Posts for May 2024

Come on out and join us June 1st for the Annual Small Boat Festival in Fishing Bay!   The event will feature small boat day sailing, destination cruising, critter ID and other fun on and off the water.  Sail your boat or take out a FBYC Flying Scot. Custom in boat coaching available for beginning sailors. This is a family-oriented event for members and non-members alike.  

Who can participate: FBYC members and non-members and guests.

Boat type: Sail your own boat (under 19 ft.) - M15, Flying Scot, ILCA, Hobie or other small boat. Traditional small boats are welcome. Club boats are available through the Club boat program.   

What to Bring: Must wear properly fitting PFD & closed toe shoes, bring hat …

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!