News
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DaySailer New England Championships Announced - August 12
QYC is excited to host this year's DaySailer New England Championships. Registration is available online at the link below! Host: DaySailer Fleet 67 Eligibility: Competitors are encouraged to be members of the DaySailer Association; registration forms will be available at the regatta, and are available at www.daysailer.org. Boats must conform to the specifications set forth in the DaySailer Association by-laws. Schedule: Friday August 11 5:00 to 8:00 PM Club grounds open for rigging
Published 2:26pm on 30 Apr 2023
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Summer Employment Opportunity at QYC!
QYC is seeking qualified applicants for seasonal positions. Not only will you be working in a fun and supportive environment, you'll also have the chance to spend your days on the water and in the sun at the country's oldest inland yacht club. This is a great opportunity for a passionate sailing professional to make a positive impact on the lives of young sailors and help grow a successful program. Our application is
Published 5:07pm on 27 Mar 2023
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YSP Priority Registration Now Open!
If you've enrolled your children in our program before, you received an email on Saturday, March 25 with links to our priority registration for the 2023 season! If you didn't receive a message, please reach out to the YSP Coordinator at qycysp@gmail.com to receive the direct links you'll need to register. Session One - June 26 - July 7 (no camp on July 4) Session
Published 8:04pm on 25 Mar 2023
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We want to hear from YOU!
Thank you for you interest in our Youth Sailing Program! Volunteers are hard at work sorting out the details of the program for Summer 2023. We are looking forward to welcoming kids from Wakefield and surrounding communities to our beautiful lake to learn the sport of sailing this summer. As part of our planning process, we want to hear from YOU! Please take a moment to fill out this survey which will
Published 12:27am on 8 Feb 2023
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Summer Sailing Programs Coming Soon!
Do you or your child want to learn to sail this summer? Volunteers are already hard at work sorting out the details of our education programs for Summer 2023. We are looking forward to welcoming people from Wakefield and surrounding communities to our beautiful lake to learn the sport of sailing this summer! If you would like to be notified when details are finalized and registration is available, please send a message with
Published 4:21pm on 28 Jan 2023
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QYC Board Election Scheduled for November 22!
It's time again for us to vote on our Board for the coming year. We have a terrific slate of capable and enthusiastic candidates who are ready to navigate our club through 2023. While we normally vote at our Fall Meeting, we have gotten out of the habit during these COVID years, and are going to be trying something new this year - voting online via our web portal - in the interest of getting
Published 1:21pm on 9 Nov 2022
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Beautiful Weather Expected for Docks Out Day!
Hello members! Looks like great weather tomorrow (Saturday, October 22) for Docks Out Day - bring your work gloves and please arrive by 9AM. Lots to do before Nappy Crane arrives, and all help is appreciated!
Published 9:47pm on 21 Oct 2022
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QYC Hosts 40th Annual September Winds Windsurfing Regatta
Join us on September 24 for an exciting day of windsurfing! QYC is pleased to once again host the September Winds Windsurfing Regatta. Whether you surf, or just like to enjoy a fun afternoon at the lake, the Regatta promises to be an exciting and fun event. For additional details, or to enter the Regatta, please contact Mike McCaffrey at the email address shown. Hope to see you there!
Published 3:13pm on 18 Sep 2022
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Farewell to Summer BBQ and Moonlight Sail
Save the Date! September 17 - 4PM The season is winding down, which means it's time for our annual Farewell to Summer BBQ and Moonlight Sail event! This family-friendly event is always tons of fun, and we hope to see lots of you there! Members are free to invite guests to this event. Main dishes will be provided by the Club, members are asked to bring a potluck-style side dish,
Published 5:18pm on 2 Sep 2022
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Sisters Under Sail Welcoming New Members
After several weeks of meetings, Sisters Under Sail is pleased to welcome new members Dawn and Sue. Any ladies that are interested in joining our evening meetings on Tuesdays at 6PM are welcome to attend. Our mission is to provide an opportunity to maximize on-water activities for the women at QYC who are interested in sailing, sharing and fun. Our commitment is to offer educational opportunities that will build confidence and foster independence
Published 3:08pm on 11 Jul 2022
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Saturday Social Sailing Begins July 16
Club members are invited to join an afternoon of cruising on our beautiful lake. The goal of our new Social Saturdays is to get more people out on the lake, help newer sailors learn from Club experts, and build camaraderie with casual snacks and drinks on the deck. These Cruising Club events are perfect for members who may not want to participate in race days, but do want to meet other QYC members,
Published 3:01pm on 9 Jul 2022
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Learn to Sail Course Now Available!
Quannapowitt Yacht Club offers a 5-week sailing program designed to give students the basics of sailing in a fun, supportive and safe environment. The program is limited to 8 students, to ensure each student receives plenty of one-on-guidance on the water. Each weekly session is two hours long, with a maximum of two students per boat. Throughout the five week program, QYC instructors will cover the fundamentals of sailing including:
Published 9:36pm on 3 Jun 2022