Posts for May 2024

LAST CHANCE to reserve your Dinner for Memorial Weekend Open House Regatta!

Fantastic Events all weekend long.

Registration for DINNER closes Monday, May 20 so sign up here:  Open House Regatta and Party – Our famous Sunflower Raft-up! Sunday, May 26. 

Members are encouraged to bring friends and family!  Ships’ Store will be OPEN.

Regatta and Dinner Sign-ups Here:  https://www.regattanetwork.com/event/27899

Volunteer Opportunities Sign-Up Here: https://www.signupgenius.com/go/5080C4FA5AA2BA4FF2-49233246-2024#/

Questions about Sunflower Raft-up – David Hinckle is our Raft-Up Marshall david@bpsva.com  Cellular: (804) 370-7650 or reach out the afternoon of the event on Channel 71 to ensure your boat is directed to the best spot based on size/current configuration.

FBYC Family and Junior …

Looking to move beyond racing? Need a low-pressure way to give someone (Grandchild, friend, etc) a Fishing Bay/Piankatank experience? Or just want to try your hand at sailing?

The Fishing Bay Yacht Club Annual Small Boat Festival is your answer! 

What :  Fun Sail with family/friends, followed by great food/social. Bring a boat or use a Club Boat. Limited spaces available for in boat coaching.

Who Should Come:  members and non-members, Sailor or Sailor wanabee's, their friends and family (Kids and Grandkids encouraged).

When:  June 1, 2024-- Arrive 10:00, wrap up with social around 16:00 

Where:  Meet in Main Club House, sail the Piankatank, return for food/more fun

To help planning and as a courtesy …

Some footage from the 1st FBYC Offshore Spring Series race day:

Memorial Weekend Activities and links to register:

Open House Regatta and Party – Our famous Sunflower Raft-up! Sunday, May 26  Members are encouraged to bring friends and family!  Ships’ Store will be OPEN.

Regatta and Dinner Sign-ups Here:  https://www.regattanetwork.com/event/27899

Volunteer Opportunities Sign-Up Here: https://www.signupgenius.com/go/5080C4FA5AA2BA4FF2-49233246-2024#/

Questions about Sunflower Raft-up – David Hinckle is our Raft-Up Marshall david@bpsva.com  Cellular: (804) 370-7650 or reach out the afternoon of the event on Channel 71 to ensure your boat is directed to the best spot based on size/current configuration.

FBYC Family and Junior Alumnae Regatta - Saturday, May 25.  Upcoming Details can be found here: https://www.fbyc.net/events/2024/240525-onedesign-family-junior-alumni-regatta/

Annual Club Membership …

FBYC had a picture perfect day with plenty of wind for racing on Sunday. With winds in the 12-14 range out of the south 4 ILCA and 3 Melges 15 ventured out for 5 races over the course of the afternoon.

Thanks to David Clark for heading up the RC as well as all of the folks who helped.

PICTURES | RESULTS

FBYC has reciprocity with Mathews Yacht Club and the Commodore welcomes us to dine in their Dining Room which is open Friday & Monday 11-2pm and 6-8pm and Sunday Brunch. 9:30-1pm. https://www.mathewsyachtclub.org/dining Don't forget your FBYC membership card!