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The South Whidbey Yacht Club

The SWYC is located on Whidbey Island Washington. Although the Club does not have a permanent club house we enjoy the use of the Honeymoon Lake Community Club's clubhouse on the shores of Holmes Harbour and a few miles north of Freeland on Honeymoon Bay Rd

The Club was formed in 2003 with a few people who were inspired by our founding Commodore, the late Ken Sasson. He was a man with great passion for education and for the ways of the winds and tides. He was also deeply committed to making boating accessible and enjoyable for all ages. The Club has grown rapidly and in 2007 has more than 60 memberships, and more than 100 members. The commitment of the membership in setting the SWYC vision and goals respect and support his memory.

In 2007 the members ownership of boats over twenty feet totalled 37, almost equally shared between power and sail.

The Clubs monthly programs are chosen for their relevance to the sea, the environment,local interests and non-members are welcome to attend.


NEW!. Go to Pelican Perch for finalized calendar and racing info. Also Mystery Bay Cruise in Cruise 2009 page

Purpose
The purpose of the SWYC is to foster the boating interests of the individual members through educa-tional programs, safety training, group trips, and 'hands on' exploration of new equipment and techniques as well as social and boating adventures with other clubs in the Puget Sound area.

Vision
The vision of the Club membership is to respect and utilize the natural water environment of Whidbey Island, bringing it alive for the enjoyment and pleasure of the members of the SWYC, their friends, family and associates.

Affiliations
Boat US
PIYA
US Sailing

Officers and Board, 2009
Commodore Don McArthur
Vice Commodore Bill Brown
Rear Commodore Russ Ernest
Treasurer Ken Anderson
Secretary Pat Sasson
Board Member Ed Halloran
Board Member Dennis Pittis
Board Member Merv Floyd
Board member Bob Boehm
Membership Secretary Emily McArthur
 
South Whidbey Yacht Club,©2006