The 2019 season is here!
Dear MYC members,
I hope everyone enjoyed a happy and healthy winter. Looking at the snowbanks in around town it is hard to believe that we will be out on the water in less than two months! We plan to put the docks in the second or third week of May (permitted the snow at the club has melted).
The board has been busy these past few months knocking ideas around about the goals for our club for the upcoming season. The community of Marquette and the Yacht club are growing, and we want to make sure to maintain our integrity and adapt to the changes around us and within us.
As discussed in our year end meeting, we have established some committees to help organize and get things done. The committees are the Events, Outreach, Dock, Grounds and House, and the Rules committee. It is my hope that this will help us to continue to keep the MYC ship shape!
I cannot thank everyone enough for all of your volunteer efforts last season and look forward to working and relaxing with everyone again this year!
Our Treasurer will be sending out square invoices by email to those of you that stored your boats at the MYC grounds during the 2018-2019 winter months. You can pay this amount online or print the invoice and mail it in with you membership dues. Postal mailings will be going out this Friday.
Regards,
Jennifer Grant,
MYC Commodore
Like last year, two options exist for renewing or becoming a MYC Member:
Option 1
Mail your Dues Notice, Check, and Dock agreement (if you are docking) to:
Marquette Yacht Club
PO Box 296
Marquette, MI 49855
Option 2
Use the MYC Square Store to make your payment: LINK
Hello All,
The sailing season is right around the corner and I’m sure everyone is eager to get back out on the water. Something a bit new this year, in an effort to keep members better informed, a monthly newsletter will be made available to spread the word about things happening at the club. Below is Issue 1
Ahoy!
The General Meeting and end of year banquet for the Marquette Yacht Club will be held on October 25th at 6:30 PM. Colin and Carrie Irish have graciously volunteered to host the party at their home this year. In addition, they will be providing a delicious menu. Please make sure to invite your crew, the more, the merrier!
The entry fee will be $20 a head and we ask you to bring your own beverage of choice and the Irish’s will have cooler space available.
We are asking people to pay online this year ahead of the banquet to reduce the administrative burden of collecting at the door, however, the option will still be availible. Link is below
Cheers!
MYC End of Season/Winter Storage Instructions
Another White Rocks Race Success!
Every wind condition you could think of… and some you certainly could not have guessed. After a painfully slow start, the breeze freshened up to around 15-20mph from the north. Spinnakers were flying from end to end… A more perfect afternoon could not have been asked for.
Congratulation to the first place finishers;
– Neil Lynch and Crew of “Irish Ayes” in the Ensign Class
and
– Bob Frak and crew of “Harmony” in the Open Class.
Pictures from around the MYC and this past weekends Neumann Regatta. Thanks to all the members and volunteers who help make our club great!
Nuemann Regatta Race Results
(September 8th and 9th)
Current Standings: 2018 Ensign Fleet 35 Racing
Ensign Fleet 35 Results as of 9.12.18
Dock Access Stairs Installed at MYC
Club Members and Volunteers Make Improvements At MYC
If you’ve strolled around the MYC grounds as of late you may have noticed many changes around the property. We have a new fence on the north property line, a beautifully re-planked deck leading to the fingers docks, stair access down the embankment to the docks and the MYC sign is back on the clubhouse. These are just a few examples of the many great things going on down at the MYC. Hats off to many club members and numerous volunteers that have made this all possible!
The Docks are In!
Weather and lake ice conditions has made dock installation a little tricky at MYC, regardless we will hold our Spring Opener, Work Bee on Sunday, May 20th to get things rolling at the club. All hands on deck will certainly make quick work in the clubhouse and on the grounds. Bring your favorite yard implement, a pair of work gloves and anything else you believe will help move things along . We’ll kick things off at 10:00am. Hope to see everyone there.
The 2018 season is here!
Greetings from the Marquette Yacht Club,
I hope everyone enjoyed a happy and healthy winter. We are looking forward to another exciting season at the MYC. Once the ice has thawed we will be putting in the docks and organizing a work bee for the club house and grounds. A few of the projects we plan on this…..cont
MYC General Meeting and End of Year Banquet
Ahoy!
The General Meeting and end of year banquet for the Marquette Yacht Club will be held on October 26th at 6:30 PM. Colin and Carrie Irish have graciously volunteered to host the party at their home this year. In addition, they will be providing a delicious menu. Please make sure to invite your crew, the more, the merrier!
The entry fee will be $20 a head and we ask you to bring your own beverage of choice and the Irish’s will have cooler space available.
*We are asking people to pay online this year ahead of the banquet to reduce the administrative burden of collecting at the door, however, the option will still be available. Link is below
https://squareup.com/store/marquette-yacht-club-inc/
Cheers and can’t wait to see everyone!
2017 End of Season/Winter Boat Storage Information
What a great season! Hats off to everyone that participated. Close competition in both classes!
Current Standings: 2017 Laser Racing
Marquette Laser Fleet Results as of 9.3.17
2017 Season Final Results: 2017 Ensign Racing
Ensign Fleet 35 Results as of 9.15.17
Shore-Side Dock Reconstruction Project Reaches Completion!
A BIG thank you to all that provided their time and effort in support of this monumental project.
(Click here for a detailed write-up on the entire project)
•Dinghy Free-For-All
Saturday, September 30th, Marquette, Mi (MYC)
Skippers meeting at 9:00am with race to follow at 11:00am.
Race Results: 2017 White Rocks Race
•Fleet 35, End of Season-Potluck Dinner
Wednesday, September 13th, 7pm (following the evening race) (MYC)
End of season potluck: All Ensign sailors, yacht club members, NMU club sailors and family & friends are invited to a potluck Weds. Sept. 13. Ensign race starts at 6. Non-racers plan for cocktails around 6:30. Bring a dish to share, beverages & food to grill.
•28th ANNUAL NEUMANN REGATTA
Saturday & Sunday, September 9th-10th, Marquette, Mi (MYC)
•NMU Sailing Club-“Try Sailing Day”
Saturday September 2nd from 11:00am-3:00pm, at MYC.
•2017 Ensign National Regatta, August 13th-17th, Cedarville Mi
Open Class Racing Action
Saturday July 1st – 11am Skippers Meeting – 12pm Start
Independence Day : Tuesday July 4th – 11am Skippers Meeting – 12pm Start
Open Class racing is under way and all are welcome to participate! Every 1st and 3rd Saturday of the month.
Schedule posted and additional information is located at the MYC website events calendar and Open Class Racing link
http://marquetteyachtclub.org/open-class-racing/
Updates and Results are posted to the MYC Open Class Facebook Group
https://www.facebook.com/mycopenclass/
Membership dues were due May 15th.
Snail mail your dues notice and payment to:
Marquette Yacht Club
P.O. Box 296
Marquette, Michigan 49855
…or you can pay on-line by hitting the link below:
https://squareup.com/store/marquette-yacht-club-inc/
The Docks Are In!
A BIG thanks to all who volunteered their time to make it happen.
Notice:
2017 Membership packets have been mailed. You can also find copies of the documents on the membership page!
2016 Marquette Yacht Club Winter Boat Storage
Please make sure that you are in compliance with all the rules and regulations, which are outlined in the Marquette Yacht Club Winter Boat Storage Agreement, if you wish to store your boat at the club during the off-season this year.
A BIG thank you to Pat Shinners for building such an amazing life ring stand for the MYC! You rock, Pat!
2016 Ensign Fleet 35 Racing
2016 Marquette Yacht Club Year End Banquet
Ahoy!
The General Meeting and end of year banquet for the Marquette Yacht Club will be held on October 27th at 6:00 PM. Colin and Carrie Irish have graciously volunteered to host the party at their home this year. In addition, they will be providing a delicious menu that includes: Meat Lasagna, Eggplant parmesan, Shrimp with angel hair pasta, and salad and bread.
The entry fee will be $15 a head and we ask you to bring your own beverage of choice and the Irish’s will have cooler space available.
Save The Date and pass this on to your family and crew. If you could please respond back with a head count it would be much appreciated.
Look forward to seeing everyone and celebrating a great season on the water.
White Rocks Race
Saturday, September 17th, 2016 at MYC
Skippers meeting at 10:00am with race start at 11:00am
Open to all classes
(Rain date September 18th)
Bill Neumann Memorial Regatta Results
27th ANNUAL NEUMANN REGATTA
Labor Day Potluck/Picnic
Sunday, September 4th (Monday the 5th looks like bad weather)
5:00pm at the Marquette Yacht Club
Summer is coming to an end, so let’s get together and enjoy what’s left.
The grill will be going….!
Please bring a dish to pass.
Hope to see you there!
Marquette Yacht Club Pancake Breakfast
Sunday, September 4th, 9am-11am at the clubhouse
Fundraising event by donation.
Stop on down, fill your belly and fill the donation jar.
The proceeds will go to the club.
Hope to see you there!
NOTICE OF MEETING
General Membership Meeting
Thursday, August 25th at 6:30 PM at MYC Clubhouse
The Open Class Race, scheduled for this weekend, has been cancelled due to inclement weather (weekend of August 19th-21st).
Full Moon Cruise
Please join us for a Full Moon Cruise on Thursday, August 18th.
Come on down to the Club (bring your own food and drinks from 6 till 8) then hit the water for an hour for a sunset and moonrise or stick around the Club and enjoy it from the deck.
This will be the last moonlight cruise for 2016 ..where does the summer go?
Hope you can make it!
Thanks,
Jennifer Grant
MYC Commodore
Marquette to Houghton Race
Team EVVAI takes second in class at Harbor Springs U Gotta Regatta!
NOTICE OF MEETING
General Membership Meeting
Thursday July 28th at 6:30 PM at MYC Clubhouse
Independence Day Race
Monday, July 4th, 2016
Meet at the Marquette Yacht Club
Skippers meeting 1:00
Race to start at 2:00
Open Class
Marquette Boat Parade
Monday, July 4th, 2016
Weather Delay Date Tuesday, July 5th
Parade forms up at 9:00 p.m.
Parade form up will take place at the “elbow” in the
Lower Harbor breakwater
Parade begins at 9:30 p.m.
Two Boat Categories
Below 30’ & 30’ and Above
Recognition for:
Most Dramatic Light Display
Most Original July 4th Theme
Most Spirited
Marquette Yacht Club Pancake Breakfast
Sunday July 3rd, 9am-11am at the clubhouse
Pancakes and sausage links being served with coffee, oj, milk, etc.
It is a fundraiser and is by donation.
Stop on down, fill your belly and fill the donation jar.
The proceeds will go to the club.
Hope to see you there!
NOTICE OF MEETING
General Membership Meeting
Thursday June 30 6:30 PM at MYC
*event at the club on the traditional 4th Thursday of the month
NOTICE OF MEETING
Tuesday June 21 5:30 PM at MYC
All interested parties are invited to attend this informational and planning meeting for the upcoming finish of the International Sailboat Race from Thunder Bay Canada , party and social activities for both the offshore sailors and our own club members here in Marquette, and the Onwards Race from Marquette to Houghton.
This event offers something for all our members. You can enter the race and represent MYC. You can offer to crew. You can be a host and a guide to visiting sailors. You can volunteer with social activities and Race coordination. . You can meet hard core Offshore Lake Superior sailors and maybe even get a chance to crew and sail with them in the future. You can just show up and enjoy a good party.
Boats from Canada arrive Tuesday Aug, 2, Party and lay day activities Wednesday Aug 3. Race to Houghton starts Thursday morning Aug 4.
The meeting will be informational for those that want to know more and also a planning session.
The 2016 Sailing Season Is Fast Approaching!
The dock committee has reached out to previous members that have docked boats at the club to create a tentative list of who will be returning to their slips. Last week mailings went out to all members for membership dues and dock fees. You can write a check and mail the dues back. In addition, this year we are excited to introduce a fast and convenient way to pay your MYC dues and fees through a secure online payment service. If you would like to use this service you can click HERE
Dockers,
Don’t let the great skiing weather fool you. Dock fees are due at the end of this month. Don’t delay. In addition, we have put together a document that outlines the minimum docking standards for mooring a boat at the club. Docking
2015 White Rocks Race Results are In!
Sailors were met with a beautiful Sunday morning that was unseasonably temperate with a building wind out of the south. The wind crossed over into the 10+ knot range as the mixed fleet rounded the rocks and then continued to build. Many smiles were observed over the toe-rails that were in the water. Complete Results can be found HERE.
Open class winner: Wild Bill skippered by Bill Pyle
Ensign class winner: Zonker skippered by Colin Irish
Laser class winner: Andy Miller
4th Annual Dinghy Free For All – Saturday 09/26/15
This will be the 4th running of the Dinghy Free for All regatta sponsored by Lewis Boat Shop and Ensign Spars. If you have not sailed in the FFA before, it is certainly a regatta you cannot miss. The general idea is that all kinds of dinghys are mixed on one start and race course and, more importantly, most stuffy regatta formalities are left ashore. In an effort to make this the biggest and best Dinghy Free for All ever, as well as set the precedent for years to come, we are getting organized early this year with hopes that we will have at least 40 boats! NOTICE OF RACE
NMU Sailing Team is hosting a “Try Sailing Day” for NMU Students
Stop on down and help encourage the growth of the NMU Sailing Team and the sport of sailing! The event starts at 12 noon and runs through 4PM.
Independence Day Race Results
OPEN CLASS
1st) Boundary Hunter skippered by Hannah Lewis with 52:50
2nd) Harmony skippered by Bob Frak with 57:25
3rd) Zephyrus skippered by Matt Zavislak with 59:26
ENSIGN CLASS
1st) Kai – Wim MacDonald
2nd) Aldebaran – Michael Sauer
3rd) Corsair – Michael Twohey
Fourth of July at the Marquette Yacht Club. 07/03/2015
The MYC will hold an Open Class Race July 4 at the clubhouse. Skipper Meeting is at noon. Race will start at 1:00 PM. Bill Pyle is race coordinator.
There will also be Longboat Races throughout the afternoon. It is a charity event from Noon to 4:00 PM. Mike Potts is conducting the races. Teams have scheduled slots and race against the clock in hopes of achieving an award.The races are held on Dock 5.
Later in the evening the annual boat parade will be held which circles in front of the Marquette Yacht Club:
Marquette boat parade
Saturday, July 4th, 2015
Weather Delay Date Sunday, July 5
Parade forms up at 9:00 p.m.
Parade form up will take place at the “elbow” in the
Lower Harbor breakwater
Parade begins at 9:30 p.m.
Two Boat Categories
Below 30’ & 30’ and Above
Recognition for:
Most Dramatic Light Display
Most Original July 4th Theme
Most Spirited
Parade communication will be on marine channel 12 with hourly bulletins at 6,7,8 p.m.
Questions? Call parade Captain Pete at 906-250-6640
2016 MYC Handbook
MYC 2016 Dues Notice
Dock agreement 2016
