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Join Us! CLUBHOUSE OPENING Sunday, June 21st 9:30AM SAILING SCHOOL BEGINS Monday, June 29th OPENING COCKTAILS Friday, June 26th 5:30PM* OPENING MEETING Saturday, June 27th 3 PM | June 14, 2026
Hello fellow members! We are weeks away from the beginning of another sailing season!Committee members have been hard at work in their off season roles prepping and primping plans for this season! For many of us, each season allows us to recall our own fond memories as well as create new ones with our friends and families. Speaking of committees! Some of our longest lasting memories are formed through the relationships we develop while volunteering alongside our friends, both new and old. It is also rewarding to reflect on how each of us has helped to shape our club and had a hand in keeping the CYC organization running. If you haven’t signed up for a committee or you aren’t sure what to sign up for, reach out to me, Gwen Shipley or Emily Richmond about figuring out where your talents can be best utilized. I have every certainty we have a need somewhere! Also check out the VOLUNTEER PAGE! We will continue to update this page throughout the season as additional needs arise to support our upcoming events. Please see below for important dates and information for upcoming social events, July 4th and more. Note the deadlines for the Kickoff Luncheon and Boating Course below! We look forward to seeing you at the Clubhouse OPENING ON THE 21st!The Flag Officers of the Chatham Yacht Club Bart Wesp, CommodoreGwen Shipley, Vice Commodore |
Please see the reminders and notices section below the Commodore's Message.KICKOFF LUNCHEON |
| RSVP CLOSES TOMORROW!Celebrate the start of the season with a charming garden luncheon hosted at Jeanne Berdik’s beautiful home. Enjoy an afternoon of conversation, light refreshments, and finger sandwiches — the perfect opportunity to reconnect and toast to the season ahead. KICKOFF LUNCHEON Friday, June 19th 12:00 - 3:00 The Berdik Residence 150 Quanset Road, South Orleans $38 pp Open to all adult CYC members. Act quickly, capacity is limited. RSVP by June 15th Please see the event page for details. |
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| See this prior announcement. All boat operators will need a MA Boating Safety Certificate. CYC has offered to host a class for members (you can bring a friend). We need to get registrations for this in place by June 15th in order to hold our spot with the instructors, please register ASAP. We have invited the COAST GUARD AUXILIARY again this summer to offer a chance to earn your Boater Safety Certificate.Class will run for 2 consecutive nights (Tuesday July 21 & Wednesday July 22nd from 4-7pm). Topics include Boating Law, Safety Equipment, Safe Operation and Navigation, Boating Emergencies, Trailering, Storing & Protecting your Boat, Sports and Boating. For more information and to register For those that can't make it, or prefer to obtain your certification earlier, there are great online courses that are informative and do fulfill the state requirements. "These online versions of our Boater Safety education courses are self-paced and the same course content you’d find in our classrooms." |
 | June 21st, 9:30 AM ~ ALL HANDS ON DECK!It's time to get the sails and boats out of the basement, open the windows and make sure that the Clubhouse is Ship Shape. Come help us launch the sailing school and racing programs kicked off by getting gear in place and ready. SEE YOU SUNDAY! |
OH WHAT A DAY! |
JUNE 27th! | PATROL MEETING If you are interested in patrolling or even if you’ve been patrolling for awhile, there will be a meeting and overview of the patrolling process. Remember, you don’t need to own a boat to be part of the patrol crew! This is a great way to get out on the water and watch some racing up close! FIRST RACES OF THE SEASON OPENING MEETING- Following the races we’ll have the opening meeting. This efficient business meeting is open to all. It is helpful to have new and experienced members on hand. |
| FIRST DAY OF SAILING SCHOOL IS JUNE 29Th!A note from our new directorHello Members, I wanted to take the time to introduce myself. My name is Beth Herbst and I am looking forward to a fabulous summer as the Program Director of CYC. The past 19 years I have worked at Monomoy Regional School District in a variety of different roles, most recently as a Highschool math teacher. Growing up, my love of sailing came from taking lessons and being an instructor at Stage Harbor Yacht Club and most recently held the position as JV sailing coach at Monomoy Highschool. I am looking forward to sharing my knowledge with the instructors and students as well as learn more about Chatham Yacht Club and most importantly, get to know the students and families here. During my “free time”, I like to garden and enjoy the beach with my two sons. I cannot wait to start at CYC and meet all of you. I know that this will be a memorable summer full of learning and enjoyment. My door is always open so please reach out with any questions.Beth Herbst |
WORK HARD BE KIND MAKE WAVES |
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SAVE THE DATE!
Watch for updates, we anticipate a parade decoration party at 1:30 after sailing school races on 7/2 and possibly 7/3. |
July 4th is going to be upon us in a snap! One of the memorable events each year is the Chatham parade!! Sailing School kids should plan to march (families are welcome to join), and we are going to need some parents to help corral the decorating and marching!!! If you are interested in being an Event Captain (or Co-Captain) for this activity (or part of it), please reach out to Gwen Shipley or Emily Richmond!
| We are looking for volunteers for set up and clean up for ALL events, Event Captains and to welcome new social committee members!Let's share the load and ensure we have member volunteers to chair and assist with the events that make our summer so darn fun. We need your help! Captains needed FOR THESE EVENTS:
CYC SOCIAL FOR DETAILS Contact our chair : Jenn Gilmartin VOLUNTEER |
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Cheers to the season ahead! NEW VOLUNTEER PROCESS |
| Volunteer sign-ups moved to within our CYC website!Our CYC activities and events depend on your vounteer efforts. There is a new VOLUNTEER CALENDAR page where you can view sign up opportunities. Events are color coded for easy viewing and more volunteer shifts and needs are in the process of being added. Signing up is easy. Simply visit the VOLUNTEER CALENDAR and select the event on the date of your choice. This will take you to an event 'registration' page where you can learn more about the shift or needs. Once you sign up, you will receive a confirmation email as well as reminder emails as your shift date nears. (Parent-On-Duty sailing school parents, secure your favored spot now!) Because these sign ups are structured within our "EVENTS" system (similar to RSVP's for social events) - you have the ability to view all registrations on your profile page. These include Sailing School registrations, Social RSVP's and now Volunteer sign ups. Amazing! *Parent On Duty shifts and a few Social Committee opportunities are already on the Volunteer Calendar. Other volunteer needs are forthcoming and notifications will be sent when those are available. Thank you in advance for your willingness to help out! |
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| There's an app for that!Wild Apricot (our web host) has a MEMBER APP AVAILABLE TO DOWNLOAD On this app you can view our member directory, register for events, view your "tickets" (all events and registrations), add events to your device calendar, view and edit your profile - and likely more capabilities that we have not yet discovered! As of yet, we do not have the ability to change the App 'album cover' and it remains the Wild Apricot orange logo. |
| PLEASE take this time to review ALL of your information to ensure it is up to date.Renewing and editing is easy, simply go to the CYC website and log in. In the upper right hand corner, you will find your profile name - click on your name and this will take you to the member renewal page where you can review your information, update and select membership level. (Remember, CYC is a registered 501(3)c and we depend on your support!) You can edit your profile from your computer, digital device or from the app. Find your account in the upper right corner of the home page.
Follow the prompt to edit profile using the button on your profile page.
On the app, use the "..." button to bring up the menu options, there you can follow the prompts to edit your profile.
Memberships must be fully paid and renewed for social events, online purchases and (if applicable) to register for any sailing school program. |
| Member SurveyIf you have not had five minutes to contribute to our poll, now is the time! Please take a moment and fill in our member poll on life experiences. You are a valued member of our community and our experiences enhance the quality of our membership. |
| Getting your boat to CYC: No boats or sailboards may be carried over the hill to be launched at CYC.Launching may take place at Jack Knife Harbor, the Town Landing on Crow's Pond, Ryder's Cove or in Round Cove. Please pay attention to any permitting needs for launching any boat. Transportation of 420s and Optis over the hill for the purpose of attending regattas during the summer may occur ONLY before sunrise and after sunset per our lease with Eastward Ho! (If you have purchased an Opti for your sailor and are depositing or removing your Opti for the season, these same Eastward Ho! requirements apply.) Thank you in advance for your cooperation! |
CYC Parking
The parking lot configuration allows for multi-directional Fox Hill Road access from three points as illustrated in the diagram below. It is essential that all CYC traffic use the third entrance on Fox Hill road to minimize the access traffic and pedestrian hazards in the other parts of the parking area.
The added parking has improved parking but we, EHCC and CYC, need to continue to optimize on the available parking with the following actions;
Sailing School morning classes
CYC instructors will be available to help students to and from the CYC club house so parents can enjoy the convenience of “drop and go” noted by the yellow cross-hash area. Before 11:30 am, parking may be available on a 
first-come, first-serve basis in the designated area, highlighted in green box, for parents to bring their children to classes, meet the instructors and fellow parents. Please be aware this area is not exclusive to CYC but shared with EHCC. If there is a shortage of parking spaces in the designated area, please park on the shoulder of Fox Hill Rd. “Pickup and go” will also be available for your convenience at the conclusion of morning classes at the Pick-up spot shown in the diagram. This is a safer and shaded location where our students can be ready for pick-up.
Mid-day
Parking begins to get busy around 11:30 when Eastward Ho! Lunch service begins. After 11:30, We ask that CYC members park on the Fox Hill road shoulder during lunch if the north lot is busy.
Afternoon classes and races
Due to the limited amount of parking spaces, Parents are encouraged to enjoy the convenience of “drop and go” where appropriate for the children. Parents who would like to see your kids in action during the afternoon races can check for available parking spots in the designated (green) area after 2 PM. If there is a shortage of parking spaces at any time, please park on the shoulder of Fox Hill Rd.
Eastward Ho! will have parking lot attendants available to assist with traffic flow and direct CYC members to the designated (green) area. Please don’t hesitate to speak with them if you have any questions or need assistance.
As always, safety is paramount as we balance convenience and consideration for a shared parking resource with our friends at Eastward Ho!
Thank you for your cooperation as we begin a new exciting season at CYC! Top
Courtesy & Safety on the Golf CourseAn average golf ball leaves the tee traveling 115 mph or more, and our path to CYC takes us right in front of the first tee. ADULTS & CHILDREN NEED TO TAKE CARE AS THEY CROSS IN FRONT.
Eastward Ho! and CYC have a great working relationship, but it depends on CYC members being courteous to and respectful of the golfers. Please wear shirts and shoes when crossing the hill, and do not use your cell phone. It is best to be quiet when golfers are on the 9th green. You may stop and wait, or move quietly by, but try not to distract those focusing on their putts. |
Chatham Yacht Club | P.O. Box 531 | North Chatham, MA 02650
CYC is a 501(c)(3) Non-Profit Organization. Your donations are tax deductible!