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Privacy Guaranteed - your email is never shared with anyone, opt out any time. Boat Clubs: Are They Worth It?Table of Contents Last Updated on May 3, 2024 by Boatsetter Team On the surface, boat clubs seem like a great idea. Instead of buying a boat, you pay a monthly fee and have access to a range of different vessels. The problem is that, in reality, things don’t work out quite that smoothly. Here are five major drawbacks to joining a boat club that they keep secret from you.
Let’s look at these together to save you loads of money and get you the best boating experience . Explore on the water destinations & experiences with Boatsetter What is a boat clubA boat club is a membership-based organization that provides individuals with access to a fleet of boats without the burdens of ownership. While boat clubs offer convenience and cost savings, it’s important to consider certain limitations before joining. Joining a boat club means paying a regular fee and booking boats according to availability, which gives members the chance to enjoy boating experiences. Nevertheless, it’s important to consider some possible disadvantages. What are the drawbacks of a boat club membership?1) Limited selection of boats When we join a boat club, there is this idea that one weekend we can take out a family-sized pontoon and the next, a luxury catamaran . The problem is that most clubs really only offer a pretty narrow selection of boats. And, with most people having the same free time as in being off—weekends, holidays, and summertime—then you may find yourself standing empty-handed. 2) Too much pressure One big problem with joining a club is you feel pressure to get the most out of it. The average annual boat club is $275 per month. If you don’t boat that often or have a hectic month, it feels like money just is thrown down the drain and just another wasted expense. 3) Limited locations and blackout days for boating While some clubs have locations worldwide, you’re pretty much chained to one location, typically a touristy spot. Freedom Boat Club, for example, is one of the largest boat clubs in the world, and most of its locations are in the US. On the other hand, smaller, more affordable local-based boat clubs may only have one or two locations that make getting the most out of the boat club, to be blatant, difficult! While boat clubs may offer you different tiers of membership based on where and when you plan to go boating, keep in mind those plans come with restricted access. One option might be a week day only membership, another may be limited to your city’s club. As life changes and your schedule along with it, you soon come to realize being locked into these plans isn’t the best bang for your buck. 4) Overcrowded club and a false-promising wait list This is what they really don’t want to tell you: the club is full! Instead, they’ll put you on a waiting list and have you pay an upfront fee without having enjoyed anything yet. If you do get into a club that is overcrowded, getting on the water might be really difficult because there are too many other people trying to do the same thing as you. 5) Unreasonable costs It all comes back to cost. At the end of the day, the price of joining and maintaining a boat club membership is simply unreasonable. Typically you pay several thousand dollar initiation fees and several hundred dollar monthly fees, so often it’s cheaper to own your boat or just rent one! Pro tip : Read our comprehensive guide if you’re interested in owning a boat: How Much Does It Cost to Buy & Own a Boat? Ding, ding, ding : Boatsetter V. Boat Clubs (Comparing Costs & Benefits)Instead of dealing with all this consider renting a boat through Boatsetter! You have a huge range of unique boat brands and models to choose from, a network of USCG-certified captains, and trip planning tools like Add-ons , Multi-day booking, and more. While you think some more about it, let us show you the differences between our proud peer-to-peer (P2P) boat-sharing community and a few popular boat clubs in the US. Find available boat rentals near you on Boatsetter Boatsetter V. Carefree Boat ClubCarefree Boat Club operates on a membership-based model. Individuals pay a one-time initiation fee and monthly dues in exchange for access to a fleet of boats. These fees vary depending on the location and may even be monthly. According to some of the Care Free Boat Club websites the upfront costs range from $1,950 to $4,450 and the monthly costs range from $150 to $375. As you can see, the costs associated with boat clubs get pricy, quickly. You might get the full value out of Carefree Boat Club, but it won’t be easy. By renting a boat with Boatsetter, you can avoid all inflated fees! Just pay each time you would like to take out a boat, and you are all set for a fun day out on the water. With over 4500 active boats on our platform across the country, you can find the perfect boat for your needs. Boatsetter V. Nautical Boat ClubLike many other boat clubs on this list, Nautical Boat Club has an initial one-time membership cost and an ongoing monthly cost. The monthly membership cost may vary depending on the boat and the location. The total for your first year with Nautical Boat Club can range from $4535 to $14,355. Our goal at Boatsetter is to make boating accessible to everyone by not tying our customers to recurring fees. All of our boats across the country are available for rent—no catch! Boatsetter V. 321 Boat Club321 Boat Club is a Florida-based boat club with initiation costs ranging from $975 to $3,450 and monthly costs ranging from $149 to $249. 321 Boat Club membership levels largely depend on what day and time you would like to take out a boat. With 321 Boat Club’s fleet being limited to specific parts of Florida, this may not be the best option for everyone. With Boatsetter, you can rent boats across the country on any day of the week! Boatsetter V. Freedom Boat ClubFreedom Boat Club has a one-time entry fee and monthly membership plans that vary by location. The club offers access to boats, free training, insurance coverage, and special events. Fuel costs are not included. It emphasizes the club’s transparency and commitment to providing a great boating experience for its members. Boatsetter, on the other hand, is a boat rental marketplace where individuals can rent boats directly from boat owners. The cost of renting a boat on Boatsetter varies depending on factors such as the type of boat, location, duration, and any additional services or amenities requested. Boatsetter offers a wide range of boats to choose from and provides insurance coverage for both boat owners and renters. The rental fees generally do not include fuel costs, which are the responsibility of the renter. The biggest benefit of using Boatsetter vs Freedom boat club is that there is no long-term commitment or costs! What to read next: How to Rent a Boat About usBoatsetter is a unique boat-sharing platform that gives everyone—whether you own a boat or you’re just renting—the chance to experience life on the water. You can list a boat , book a boat , or make money as a captain . List. 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Yacht clubs and boating associations make boating more fun, safe and interesting. If you don’t belong to a club, check them out. There’s probably one listed below that’s just right for you. If you know of a club we’re missing, please email the information. Thanks. Yacht ClubsAnacortes Yacht Club [toggle title=”Bellevue Yacht Club”] Bellevue Yacht Club Founded in 1990, is one of the premier cruising yacht clubs in the Pacific Northwest. With 13 cruises a year, we are certainly one of the most active. Most of our members live in the Seattle area; however, this is by no means a prerequisite to join Bellevue Yacht Club. We have an outstation located in Kingston and we have a cruise every month of the year as well as dock parties, a cruise on opening day, and other fun events. If you enjoy boating, are new to boating, or would like to see our cruise calendar, please visit our website at: www.bellevueyachtclub.com [/toggle] Bellingham Yacht Club [toggle title=”Bremerton Yacht Club”] Bremerton Yacht Club Bremerton Yacht Club is is now accepting applications for new members with no limitations on where they live. The club has created a limited moorage membership for $500, vs the normal $1,500. Your boat must be able to fit into a shallow slip and moorage is paid for a year. Boaters will enjoy having their boat on the water vs. in the backyard. A junior membership, also $500, is available to those 35 and younger. The club has 200 slips and offers many advantages for the hands-on boater: a haul-out, one ton crane, a shop, gas and diesel. BYC has an out-station on Anderson Island and over a 100 reciprocal clubs as well as secure parking and 24/7 access. The club has a remodeled Burgee Room where members enjoy swapping stories over a cold draft. For info on many events & a very friendly club, please call Paula Lewis 360-536-1483 or [email protected] [/toggle] Brownsville Yacht Club Camano Island Yacht Club Carling Yacht Club (Tacoma) Clover Island Yacht Club Columbia Basin Sailing Club Corinthian (Seattle) Yacht Club Corinthian Yacht Club (Bellingham) Corinthian Yacht Club (Tacoma) [toggle title=”Day Island Yacht Club”] Day Island Yacht Club Day Island Yacht Club is welcoming new members with a shared love of being on the water. Since 1949 DIYC has been dedicated to promoting boating safety, good fellowship and family boating experiences for its members. DIYC is an active, cruising club with destinations throughout the Salish Sea, and members also participates in boating activities such as Opening Day in Seattle, Tacoma’s Daffodil Festival, and Christmas Lighted Boat Parades. Members enjoy reciprocal moorage privileges throughout the Northwest and beyond, as well as numerous events such as monthly dinner meetings, TGIF Socials, dances, and holiday celebrations, at the club’s clubhouse located in Day Island Lagoon, a mile south of the Tacoma Narrows Bridges. Moorage is available to a limited number of members in the club’s 100-slip marina located within walking distance of chandleries, restaurants, a brewery, and repairs. To learn more about memberships call 253-565-3777; visit www.dayislandyc.org [/toggle] Deep Cove YC (N. Vancouver) Duwamish Yacht Club [toggle title=”Des Moines Yacht Club”] Des Moines Yacht Club The Des Moines Yacht Club is dedicated to the promotion of boating safety, good fellowship, and family boating experiences for the benefit of Des Moines residents and surrounding communities. Does this sound like your type of boating club? Do you like to meet other boaters for cruising, fishing, crabbing, shrimping, and social events? Do you like having a clubhouse, launch ramp, dock space, dry storage and many reciprocal moorages available? If so, the club has memberships available. For more information visit www.Desmoinesyachtclub.com [/toggle] [toggle title=”Eagle Harbor Yacht Club”] Eagle Harbor Yacht Club is the premier yacht club on Bainbridge Island. The club is informal and welcomes sailors and motor boaters to its summer cruises and off-season social activities. For more information visit our website at www.eagleharboryachtclub.com [/toggle] [toggle title=”Edmonds Yacht Club”] Edmonds Yacht Club Edmonds Yacht Club is an active cruising club for sailboats and powerboats. Cruise destinations are throughout Puget Sound, the San Juan Islands, and Canadian waters. Members enjoy reciprocal moorage rights with over 50 participating yacht clubs. The beautiful clubhouse on the Edmonds Waterfront is the perfect venue for club events. Club members enjoy monthly dinner meetings, TGIF socials, and various fun activities such as wine tastings, dances, and holiday celebrations. Visit www.edmondsyachtclub.com [/toggle] Eugene Yacht Club [toggle title=”Everett Yacht Club”] Everett Yacht Club Everett Yacht Club welcomes new members with a shared love of being on the water. Boating and social members meet at their Port of Everett waterfront club room for dinners, BBQs, potlucks, game nights, dances, and other special events. EYC is an active cruising club with 15 cruises a year and boating activities such as Opening Day in Everett and Seattle, Tacoma’s Daffodil Festival, and Christmas Lighted Boat Parade. Members enjoy reciprocal moorage throughout the Northwest and places beyond, a guest dock located adjacent the clubhouse, and discount privileges at many local marine stores. Be a guest of the yacht club on Wednesday evenings from 6 p.m. on for dinner and socializing with club members. Located at 404 14th Street in Everett, Washington. www.everettyachtclub.com [/toggle] [toggle title=”Fidalgo Yacht Club”] Fidalgo Yacht Club Fidalgo Yacht Club – FYC has both power boats and sailboats, with cruises scheduled from March through October. The club welcomes guests who are interested in becoming a cruising or social member to come to a monthly dinner meeting, Saturday bar nights featuring burgers, steaks and other taste treats, or a cruise. There are also other events for the various holidays. Fidalgo Yacht Club has a sister yacht club in Sydney, the Capitol City Yacht Club. Each year one club travels to the other to enjoy the festivities put on by the hosting club. This has been named Capidalgo. FYC is an active club with Coast Guard courses, CPR classes, bridge club, and book club. They are also active in helping out with various boat shows in Anacortes. The boating reciprocal program is extensive with many other clubs. Contact Dianne Kuhn: [email protected] or visit www.fidalgoyachtclub.org [/toggle] Fircrest Yacht Club Flounder Bay Yacht Club (Fidalgo Island) Fox Island Yacht Club [toggle title=”Galilean YC”] Galilean YC is a fun, family friendly and affordable yacht club. Our club members include young families to active retirees. GYC schedules short, weekend cruises as well as enjoyable, long destinations to meet every boaters needs. New members will enjoy the fellowship and relaxation of this premiere Christian boating group. Please contact us at www.galileanyachtclub.org to learn more and see our cruising schedule.[/toggle] [toggle title=”Galilean Yacht Club”] Galilean Yacht Club Galilean Yacht Club (GYC) is a fun, family- friendly, and affordable yacht club. The club members include young families to active retirees. GYC schedules short weekend cruises as well as enjoyable, long destinations to meet every boaters’ needs. New members will enjoy the fellowship and relaxation of this Christian boating group. To learn more and view their cruising schedule go to www.galileanyachtclub.org [/toggle] Gig Harbor Yacht Club Hat Island Yacht Club Hidden Harbor YC (no fixed location) Hood River Yacht Club Kingston Cove Yacht Club Maple Bay Yacht Club Meydenbauer Bay Yacht Club (Bellevue) Milltown Sailing Association Mukilteo Yacht Club Northwest Riggers Yacht Club Oak Harbor Yacht Club The Oarlock and Sail Wooden Boat Club Olympia Yacht Club Orcas Island Yacht Club Oro Bay Yacht Club (Anderson Island) Point Roberts Yacht Club Port Angeles Yacht Club Port Ludlow Yacht Club Port Madison Yacht Club Port Orchard Yacht Club Port Townsend Yacht Club Poulsbo Yacht Club [toggle title=”Puget Sound YC”] Puget Sound Yacht Club is seeking new members to join our active cruising club for sailboats and powerboats. Our clubhouse and moorage are located on the North end of Lake Union, East of Gas Works Park. Our members are dedicated to family cruising, boating safety, and good fellowship. Join our club and you’ll have a fabulous time cruising the Puget Sound and participating in regular cruises, social functions, and other activities, like Friday night BBQ’s on the dock. Our monthly dinners and general meetings are held the 3 rd Wednesday of each month and feature guest speakers and enjoying time with friends. PSYC has reciprocal privileges with over 80 other yacht clubs in Washington and Canada. Our outstation at Hat Island (Gedney Is.) has 11 slips, access to the private golf course, tennis courts, and beach picnic areas. Our waterfront clubhouse is available for private parties, meetings, celebrations, etc. For more information see our website at: www.pugetsoundyc.org or call Donna at (206) 634-3733.[/toggle] Quartermaster Yacht Club [toggle title=”Queen City YC”] Located on Lake Union, Queen City YC offers low-cost moorage, frequent cruises, and social events. Queen City is also known for its outstanding “outstation” in Eagle Harbor, right next to the city park. Members also enjoy two other outstations — one in Deer Harbor in the San Juans and one in Ganges on Salt Spring Island. Prospective members can take two years to pay the reduced initiation fee. For more information: [email protected][/toggle] Rainier Yacht Club Richland Yacht Club Roche Harbor Yacht Club Royal Vancouver Yacht Club Royal Victoria Yacht Club San Juan Island Yacht Club Schooner Cove Yacht Club (BC) [toggle title=”Seattle Singles YC”]If you are single and interested in boating and socializing, consider joining SSYC . We are an active club with something happening every week – boating raft-ups, day trips, overnight trips, dances, crabbing, whale watching, potlucks, pig roasts, parties and more. You are welcome even if you don’t have a boat or previous boating experience. For Skippers, our members can assist with boat handling and racing as well as simply socializing. In our club we have a mix of power and sail boat owners. Every month we host a dance that features local bands or deejays. Featured dances include Halloween, Valentine’s Day, Christmas and an annual Commodore’s Ball. The club also co-sponsors the Goosebumps Race Series, hosts an Opening Day cocktail party on Dock Zero, and raises money for the Northwest Harvest food bank. The cost to join SSYC is reasonable because we don’t maintain a clubhouse. Casual members pay $10 per weekly meeting, and Annual Members pay $150 per year. Qualifying skippers (those who take members out on the water) pay no membership fees. We meet Monday evenings at the Elks Club, 6411 Seaview Ave NW, Seattle, in the upstairs ballroom. Social hour starts at 7 p.m. with a meeting following at 7:30 p.m. For our monthly dance night, the music begins at 8:30 p.m. – right after our Monday meeting. So, if you are single and want to meet like-minded people, stop by on Monday and check us out. Visit our website at www.seattlesinglesyc.com or find us on facebook.com/SeattleSinglesYachtClub[/toggle] Seattle Yacht Club Semiahmoo Yacht Club Sequim Bay Yacht Club Shilshole Bay Yacht Club [toggle title=”Shelton YC”] Shelton Yacht Club is encouraging boaters to sign up to become a Prospective Member and try our friendly yacht club in the South Sound. Prospective members pay nothing to try out our club for up to a year. We have members with sailboats and powerboats. From 16 feet to 58 feet. We go out on 10 cruises a year, we have a Commodore’s Ball and a Christmas Light Parade. We have monthly Social Meetings featuring pot luck dinners. Our club boasts over 90 reciprocal relationships with clubs far and wide. Please contact Debbie Daly at [email protected][/toggle] Sloop Tavern Yacht Club Swinomish Yacht Club [toggle title=”Tacoma Yacht Club”] Tacoma Yacht Club Tacoma Yacht Club membership is open to boaters and non-boaters alike. Enjoy the benefits and privileges of belonging to a private club. This is your opportunity to meet and cruise with one of the best clubs on the western Seaboard. Tacoma Yacht Club members enjoy exclusive access to 8 regional outstations and reciprocity privileges at nearly 100 yacht clubs all over the Puget Sound, San Juan Islands and worldwide. Enjoy all the benefits of membership while you are out of town or traveling the world. Our modern clubhouse features unparalleled views of the Olympic Mountain range, Mount Rainier and Commencement Bay. We have an outstanding full-service restaurant & lounge, and catered events in our large capacity ball room. We also offer a 300 slip sheltered marina, many organized club cruises, a Shipmates women’s auxiliary, a Junior Sailing Program, and a Competitive Sailing Fleet. We have several types of memberships: Active Membership is our most popular and offers a full range of boating and club activities and privileges, Associate/Social Membership is a very economical and allows the use of the restaurant, Clubhouse and attendance at Club social functions, and Junior Membership is available to anyone 12 to 21 years old. For further information on membership contact [email protected] or call the club at 253-752-3555.[/toggle] Three Tree Point Yacht Club Totem Yacht Club Triton Yacht Club (Eugene, Oregon) Tyee Yacht Club Vancouver Lake Sailing Club Viking Yacht Club West Seattle Yacht Club West Sound Corinthian Yacht Club West Vancouver Yacht Club Yakima Valley Boat Club Community BoatingCommunity Boating Center (Bellingham) Sail Sand Point The Sailing Foundation Mt. Baker Rowing and Sailing Center Green Lake Small Craft Center Sea Scouts of Seattle Washington YC Owners Associations:Bayliner Owners Club [toggle title=”Carver Cruisers Yacht Club”] Carver Cruisers Yacht Club Carver Cruisers Yacht Club welcomes all owners of Carver boats to their club. Founded in 1976, they are a cruising club that gathers monthly for cruises, activities, fun and fellowship through boating. Members live and keep their boats throughout Puget Sound. Look them up on Facebook to see the fun times you can join! Commodore Ed Howell at [email protected] or visit www.carvercruisers.com [/toggle] [toggle title=”Catalina Association of Puget Sound”] Catalina Association of Puget Sound Catalina Association of Puget Sound is a club for Catalina sailboat owners, former Catalina owners, and all those who love Catalina sailboats. Singles, couples, and families at all skill levels are invited to participate in club events, which include cruising, racing, safety training, and speaker meetings. New Catalina owners are especially welcome to more quickly develop their knowledge and skills with the support of experienced sailors. Dan Claws 206-595-1795; visit www.capsfleet1.com [/toggle] The Chris Craft Commander Club Chris Craft Rendezvous of the Pacific NW Metal Boat Society Pacific Northwest Nordic Tug Owners Association Puget Sound Grand Banks Owners Association Regal Owners Club Sea Ray Cruising Club Northwest Sea Ray Owners Forum Tollycraft Boating Club Uniflite World Paddles, Oars and BoardsSeattle Canoe and Kayak Club Washington Kayak Club Miscellaneous[toggle title=”Antique and Classic Boat Society”] Antique and Classic Boat Society The Antique and Classic Boat Society is the largest society in the world dedicated to the preservation and enjoyment of historic, antique, and classic boats of all types. In the past the focus was primarily on wooden runabouts, and has shifted recently to include “newer” Fiberglassics. The Pacific Northwest Chapter meets the second Wednesday evening of each month, usually at the Center for Wooden Boats, but please check the website for the current meeting place as we include events with our meetings at different locations. If you own or are interested in old wood boats or a “Fiberglassic” or something similiar, please join us at one of our monthly meetings. Your first meeting includes free pizza and a beer! For more information visit: www.acbs-pnw.org/events.htm [/toggle] [toggle title=”The Classic Boat Club & Antique Outboard Motor Club”] The Classic Boat Club The CBC is the Northwest Club of trailerable classic boats. We have lots of Skagits, Bell Buoys, and many wood classic boats in the club. We have our outings in the Puget Sound area as well as many of the lakes in the great Northwest. Many of our members also have the same year outboard motors as well. For more details contact Carlson at: 206-434-9482, or email: [email protected] Antique Outboard Motor Club Inc. We have outings with our old outboard motors from Jan-Nov. Locations include Moses Lake, Kitsap Lake, American Lake, Lake Crecent, Lake Mayfield, and the Snohomish Slough area. We also have tech sessions and exchange procedures to keep our old motors running. For more details contact Carlson at 206-434-9482, or e-mail: [email protected] [/toggle] Center For Wooden Boats [toggle title=”Friday Harbor Sailing Club”] Friday Harbor Sailing Club Friday Harbor Sailing Club on San Juan Island is a family-oriented boating organization with both power and sail members who promote and encourage amateur sailing, racing, and powerboat activities. They focus on camaraderie, social events, cruising, and racing within the local San Juan Islands and beyond. Monthly potluck meetings are second Tuesdays 5:45 pm at the Grange Hall above the Port except in summer, when waterfront meetings with potluck BBQs are at Mitchell Bay. Guests and new members are welcome. Mail inquiries to PO Box 62, Friday Harbor, WA. 98250 or www.fridayharborsailing.com [/toggle] Schooner Martha Classic Yacht Association Schooner Adventuress/Sound Experience Northwest Multihull Association Columbia River Gorge Racing Association Pacific Northwest Model Yacht Club Schooner Zodiac Port Townsend Sailing Association South Sound Sailing Society [toggle title=”Puget Sound Cruising Club”] Puget Sound Cruising Club announces Big Left Turners. Heading South? Are you preparing to sail down the coast to Mexico next summer? Have you been looking to meet others with the same interntions to share knowledge, fears, ideas and a potluck? The BLTs (Big Left Turners) is the group for you. The Puget Sound Cruising Club is forming the BLTs to create a place for southbound sailors to share collective experience, enthusiasm and trepidation. This is a chance to meet others to discuss gear, routing, timing, group purchases, buddy boating, shared weather routing, rallies,insurance, charts, safety, provisioning, crew, seasickness, and whatever else comes up. Membership in the PSCC is not required. There is no charge to join the BLTs. For more information email:[email protected][/toggle] Cal 20 Fleet Tacoma [toggle title=”United States Power Squadron”] The United States Power Squadron (USPS), (formerly the The Bellingham Sail and Power Squadron (BSPS) is a non-profit boating club serving our community for over 50 years, teaching safer boating through classes and seminars and by organizing fun events to hone boating skills. USPS classes are presented by experienced sailors and boaters of the United States Sail and Power Squadron for all types of watercraft including kayaks, PWC’s, power and sail Vessels and include the following classes and seminars: America’s Boating Course (ABC), Seamanship, Piloting, Advanced Piloting, Junior Navigation, Navigation, Engine Maintenance, Marine Electronics, Cruise Planning, Sail, Instructor Development, an optional 4-hour boat excursion reinforcing classroom lessons, and various seminars. For more information on classes and seminar offerings and schedules, please contact our Squadron Education Office at:[email protected] or visit : www.boatingisfun.org [/toggle] Leave a Comment Cancel ReplySave my name, email, and website in this browser for the next time I comment. Privacy OverviewLeading Yacht Clubs • Working Together • Sharing Experiences Restoring the Bones of Seattle Yacht Club’s 100-year ClubJohn Brenneis Seattle Yacht Club September 22, 2023 When your yacht club’s mainstation building has weathered a century of storms and rain, it might be time to see what lies beneath the outer skin. This is exactly what the Seattle Yacht Club decided it was time to do. Complicating this was the fact that the Old Grand Dame is on the National Historic Register, so it can have no significant exterior changes to the appearance of the building or the footprint. SYC Architect and Club member describes how SYC undertook this project. As with any wood-framed structure that has withstood the ravages of a century’s worth of wind, rain, sun and occasional neglect, the grand dame of Seattle’s Montlake neighborhood was showing her age. Designed by former Commodore and renowned Seattle architect, John Graham, Sr., and completed in 1920, the Seattle Yacht Club’s clubhouse was placed on the National Register of Historic Places 86 years later. Three years ago, Commodore Ted Shultz asked me how much it would cost to “re-side” the building. In my experience, I have learned to never offer an opinion about how much something will cost without serious study, consultation and discussion, so I proposed that all exterior finishes be replaced or restored instead of replacing only the skin of the building. Because these new surfaces would likely not be disturbed for another hundred years, it made sense to go one step deeper now and do a seismic upgrade of the structure beneath. First, we decided to bring the structure up to current building code standards for an earthquake-resistant design. We then drafted a list of things that we wanted to improve, limiting it to just exterior work so that the interior of the Club remained fully functional and operational during the construction period. A committee representing all constituent interests was then formed to decide how we would accomplish this. Once we agreed to a defined scope of work, we decided that this should be a winter-time project so as not to disturb the summer’s events, but would have cost implications beecause the work would have to be fully enclosed during periods of inclement weather to keep the building dry. While the building is about 19,000 square feet in floor area, it’s just a big house. So, I contacted a trusted contractor who had extensive experience building large, intricately detailed homes. They looked at the project and developed a detailed cost analysis. The SYC by-laws require a majority vote of the membership for capital improvements of this magnitude. I developed a detailed narrative and made presentations to the Club while working to gain the approval of the Seattle Landmarks Board because they enforce the development restrictions for any building designated as “Historic.” Once we cleared that hurdle, the project was put to a vote of the membership in June of 2022, and passed by a 9 to 1 margin. With the funds approved, I set to work preparing the construction drawings, hiring the engineer to perform the seismic retrofit design and writing the project specifications. I also began the arduous process of wresting a building permit from the City of Seattle. This was all done under the auspices of the Club’s House and Building Committees. In addition to the siding, the project also included the removal and replacement of the original ship-lap sheathing; the oldest of the original single-glazed windows, doors, and trim; a deteriorating and non-code conforming deck railing and flat roof; and the refurbishment of the soffit above the porch below. Costs were updated as the scope developed with the design. In July 2023, we executed a contract with Walter F. Toth Construction to begin work on August 1. Phase I of the work began with the erection of a weatherproof scaffolding on the east side of the building, and demolition of the old siding and sheathing to expose the un-insulated stud cavities. To our great fortune, the framing was found to be rot-free, including the sill plates (the horizontal 2x6s that come into direct contact with the concrete foundation), a true testament to the qualities of older buildings. Venue highlightsVenue detailsPrivate Club, Community Center, Ocean/Waterfront View, Outdoor Guest capacity:Accommodates up to 400 guests Ceremony / Reception Indoor / Outdoor 1807 East Hamlin Street Seattle, WA 98112 Description:Enjoying a lovely location in Portage Bay, the Seattle Yacht Club is a gorgeous historic setting for any elegant wedding, whether upscale or casual. Built in the late 19th century and designed by world-famous architect John Graham Sr, the beautiful clubhouse can provide a lovely oceanside retreat from the world. Imagine making the ultimate entrance to your ceremony via festooned boat, wedding your beloved beneath the airy tents overlooking Portage Bay. If you want to continue your festivities outside, enjoy dining on fine cuisine under the stars on our lush lawn. If an indoor affair is more your style, imagine dancing the night away on the sprawling hardwood dance floor before a roaring fireplace in the Fireside Lounge. Be sure to take advantage of the sophisticated grand piano and play soft music to welcome your guests! Between the gorgeous historic setting and room for personalization, it’s no wonder that the Seattle Yacht Club is a favorite location for dream oceanside weddings in Washington State! Additional detailsService options, venue notes. The rental fee ranges from $850 to $1,600 for a ceremony and reception and includes 12 hours of event time including set up and clean up time. There is a $50 per person food and beverage minimum applied to all events. Events must be sponsored by a Seattle Yacht club member or a reciprocal yacht club member. Amenities and Restrictions- Bride's dressing area - Dance floor - Podium and/or stage - Tables and chairs provided - Linens, silverware, glassware provided - Outdoor lighting - Votive candles - Day-of coordinator - Full kitchen facilities - Large parking lot Restrictions- All food and beverage handled by venue - Food & beverage minimum - Venue must approve all decorations - No rice, birdseed, confetti, etc. - Catering provided by venue - Amplified music OK indoors and outdoors - Smoking outside only - Alcohol must be provided by venue - Music must end by midnight Seattle Yacht ClubVenue highlights, starting at $3,283 for 50 guests. Price this venue to get your customized estimate, no strings attached Interested in this venue?Don't miss out! Message this venue now to check their availability and receive more information. No commitment required.
Welcome! At CYC, we share a love of sailing – that is our bond. We invite you to join Our members enjoy each other’s company both on and off the water. We love racing, cruising, education, junior programs and social events. The clubhouse is open every Friday from 6-10PM, and on Wednesdays and Thursdays in the summer. Come join us as our guest anytime and explore membership. Joining CYCWe look forward to you being part of the CYC family. Join today! Just fill out a membership form and submit it to CYC. Adult/Family MembershipAdult/Family Membership Form (please print and return) Junior MembershipFor youth under 19 who are not already included in an Adult/Family membership. Entitles the member to race in CYC races, represent CYC in other races, receive publications and participate in social and educational event and committee activities pertaining to Junior activities. Junior Membership Form (please print and return) Membership Dues
Ages for membership tier are considered as of January 1 of each year. Monthly dues may be paid annually. For more information call the CYC Office (206-789-1919). Thank you, Business Members!Low cost, affordable dues & initiation fees for both Social and Full Boating Members. Extensive list of reciprocals throughout the Puget Sound & Canada. WSYC Yearbook & organization dedicated to relaxed, friendly atmosphere for our members & guests to gather and share in the enjoyment of all the Pacific Northwest has to offer. Feel free to join us at one of our meetings or fill out an application
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Seattle Yacht Club welcomes applications for membership from Northwest boaters ages 10+ who would like to join our active community. ... SYC members will be allowed to moor at these marinas at no cost for moorage and electricity for a maximum of three nights per calendar month with a maximum of nine stays per calendar year. Members are ...
2024 Sailing School. Learn sailing the fun way at Seattle Yacht Club's Summer Sailing School! We offer 10 weeks of sailing school for juniors ages 7 - 17. Three sessions of Adult Lessons will also be offered in the evenings. Registration for members opens on Monday, March 4 at 9:00 a.m. Registration for non-members opens Monday, March 18 at 9: ...
din West Seattle. In 1909, Seattl. Yacht Club mergedwith the Elli. tt Bay Yacht Club. Our. existing clubhouseon Portage Bay oficially. ay 1, 1920.Today,the clubhouse sits on the National Historic Registry and includes a great hall where you'll find displays of tophies, photos, burgees and memorabilia collec.
Looking for the best yacht club in Seattle? Our guide explores top amenities, membership options, and social activities at the Seattle Yacht Club and the Corinthian Yacht Club of Seattle. ... such as boat rentals, fuel, and dockage fees. This can help offset the cost of membership and provide additional value to members. Overall, joining a ...
Specialties: Seattle Yacht Club is home to more than 2,500 members. The Club hosts a world-class junior sailing program, which has given a start to numerous Olympians and generations of Northwest sailors. Opening Day, the Club's annual spring celebration, is the region's premier on-the-water party. Seattle Yacht Club maintains reciprocity with more than 400 other boating groups around the ...
Joining SYC. Seattle Yacht Club welcomes applications for membership from Northwest boaters ages 10+ who would like to join our active community. Members of the Club are entitled to use our Portage Bay Clubhouse with casual and fine dining restaurants, banquet and meeting facilities, guest moorage, and permanent moorage (subject to availability).
Membership has grown from the original 250 "yachting gentlemen" in 1892 to nearly 5,000 boaters in 2018. The Seattle Yacht Club burgee is recognized around the world because of the Club's continuing contributions to the maritime community, its record of competitive success, and its collaboration in local and international yachting organizations.
To give you an idea of what you could expect to pay for your yacht club membership, here are some numbers gathered from across the country: Yacht Club. Annual Dues. Charleston Yacht Club. $900. Florida Yacht Club. $3,288. Atlanta Yacht Club. $900.
The Seattle Yacht Club is offering reduced cost initiation fees. . . . Membership Drive SYC is offering a limited time reduction of initiation fees (up to $4,300 in savings!) to join the club. This offer is aimed at recruiting younger members and is limited to the first 200 applicants or until June 30th, whichever comes first.
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BYC has an out-station on Anderson Island and over a 100 reciprocal clubs as well as secure parking and 24/7 access. The club has a remodeled Burgee Room where members enjoy swapping stories over a cold draft. For info on many events & a very friendly club, please call Paula Lewis 360-536-1483 or [email protected].
Designed by former Commodore and renowned Seattle architect, John Graham, Sr., and completed in 1920, the Seattle Yacht Club's clubhouse was placed on the National Register of Historic Places 86 years later. Three years ago, Commodore Ted Shultz asked me how much it would cost to "re-side" the building. In my experience, I have learned to ...
The summer sailing staff will be on hand to introduce themselves and answer questions about the sailing programs. Cost is $15 per person, and tickets are available for purchase as an optional add-on with Sailing School registration. ... All classes launch from Seattle Yacht Club on Portage Bay. Seattle Yacht Club 1807 East Hamlin Street Seattle ...
Venue notes. The rental fee ranges from $850 to $1,600 for a ceremony and reception and includes 12 hours of event time including set up and clean up time. There is a $50 per person food and beverage minimum applied to all events. Events must be sponsored by a Seattle Yacht club member or a reciprocal yacht club member.
Seattle Yacht Club, Seattle, Washington. 4,674 likes · 25,590 were here. Founded in 1892, Seattle Yacht Club is one of our country's most active and long-established yacht Seattle Yacht Club | Seattle WA
We invite you to join. us and be part of a thriving sailing community. Our members enjoy each other's company both on and off the water. We love racing, cruising, education, junior programs and social events. The clubhouse is open every Friday from 6-10PM, and on Wednesdays and Thursdays in the summer. Come join us as our guest anytime and ...
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Guest boaters planning to arrive by boat at Seattle Yacht Club for special events should make arrangements with the event coordinator ahead of time so that we may accommodate your vessel. While at the Club, guests may pay for their purchases with Visa or Mastercard; cash and checks are not accepted. Guests are required to comply with all Club ...
The WSYC has reciprocal moorage with over 70 yacht clubs in the Puget Sound and Canada. Our initiation fee is only $100. Annual dues for Full Membership is $220 and. $100 for a Social membership. "NAME" and "TICKET NUMBER" drawings are held at each meeting...you could win a variety of prizes! But more importantly, you may win friendships that ...
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Seattle Singles Yacht Club 2442 NW Market St., #432 Seattle, WA 98107. SSYC is a 501(c)7 non-profit organization. ©2020-21 Seattle Singles Yacht Club.
Seattle Yacht Club's Portage Bay Clubhouse features casual and fine dining restaurants, banquet and meeting facilities, a retail store and a marina. Dining Seattle Yacht Club offers both casual dining in the Marine Room and fine dining in the Ward Room. Use of our dining rooms are restricted to SYC members and guests.
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Seattle Yacht Club offers a variety of rooms for private events from corporate meetings, weddings, receptions, family gatherings and holiday parties. Whether you desire a simple continental breakfast or an elaborate five course dinner, our catering menus offer something for every type of event. Let our professional catering and event staff take ...