Inspectors from the USCG Auxiliary will visit Poulsbo Yacht Club to provide a friendly assessment of your vessels compliance with the Coast Guard's safety regulations and best practices. This no-foul inspection event is an excellent opportunity to have your vessel assessed, learn some of the trade from the experts, and hear about the mission of the USCG Auxilliary.  

Specific times TBD, but expect a mid-day event.

Spring Palooza Cruise to Everett

Cost: $25 per person - covers Saturday Dinner, Entertainment, games and Prizes!

Friday 3/31

• 4:30-5:30 PM Potluck apps on the Party Barge! (BYOB)
• Dinner on your own.

Saturday 4/1

• Daytime - Explore Marina Village
• 4:00-6:00 PM HAPPY HOUR - Games & hosted apps on the Party Barge! (BYOB)
• 6:00 PM Dinner & music at Scuttlebutt Brewery!

REGISTRATION IS CLOSED. If you would like to be on the wait list, please contact Niki Friones.

CHECK IF YOU REGISTERED HERE

RESERVE A SLIP HERE

If you have any questions, please contact your hosts Niki Friones, Michele Weisner, and Dana Brown.

Cancellation Reimbursement Policy: All cruise budgets are set depending on registration. Please let the cruise lead *and* the Fleet Captain John Hunt know of your cancellation at least 7 days prior to the cruise start date. Reimbursement decisions for cancellations made within 7 days of the cruise will be reviewed by the Fleet Captain on a case by case basis.
 

Private Event. Dykeman Family clubhouse rental.

Join your fellow PYC members for a weekend full of fun and activities at the Tacoma Yacht Club's annual Daffodil Festival. Cheer on our trivia team and parade entry!

Events

REGISTER HERE with PYC to participate. You do not need to bring your boat to participate.

Friday

• TBD - we may do PYC appetizers at the boats but there is also a TYC beer and appetizer buffet (2:00-4:00 PM)
• Dinner at Tacoma Yacht Club (TYC) and Yellowstone Theme Dance at the club 🎶

Saturday

• Breakfast: at the club, on your boat, in the town!
• Morning: Want to help decorate the PYC parade boat?  Tour Tacoma?  Relax?
• Afternoon: 'THE TOKEN PARADE' at 1:30pm. This is a pretty crazy tradition.  We will have a team of 5 club members who will be dressed up to parade around the Tacoma Yacht Club facility, then go inside and compete in a Jeopardy style trivia contest to win judges points that add to our overall weekend competition among the many Yacht Club contestants.  Not in that 5?  No worries as we need a HUGE fan club to get them ready, cheer them on, then we also go inside to watch the trivia contest and cheer crazy loud for our PYC contingent.  Come cheer on the PYC contingent in a crazy walking (not boat) parade up around the Yacht Club
• Evening: Dinner - TBD We may organize a club potluck dinner or there is also a buffet dinner at TYC.
• Live Band! - Head back to TYC for a live band and dancing Sat night 🎶

Sunday

• Meals OYO or at the TYC
• Flag Ceremony Starts at 10am at the TYC waterside.  30 minute solemn ceremony.  
• Boat Parade! Parade Begins at 11:30AM
• Depart Tacoma late afternoon: Boats are most often unable to leave until after the full parade due to the moorage conditions.

Moorage

REGISTER HERE with TYC if you want to moor for the weekend. Moorage fills up fast so register by March 1st. Moorage registration is first come, first served and closes on March 20th.
 
The basin crew will be ready to welcome visiting boaters beginning at noon on Thursday, April 13th.  If you are coming by boat, TYC will find moorage for you; however, they cannot always guarantee power, and the use of diesel generators is not permitted if they pose a carbon monoxide health risk to others.  Also, we cannot guarantee that you will have pet friendly access to shore so bringing pets to Daffodil is
discouraged. If you do bring pets, please be responsible in handling and cleanup. Please keep pets on a leash at all times.

Tacoma Yacht Club Daffodil Festival web page

TYC General Information

General Information from TYC website

1. All vessels must complete a Boat Registration form online (and pay $25 non-refundable registration fee with credit card). We cannot accommodate boats over 65’ in length. One person from each club needs to complete the Club Registration.
2. Motor home parking will be available. ADVANCE RESERVATION IS REQUIRED as space is limited. Please fill out the RV Registration form online (and pay $25 non-refundable registration fee).
3. Registration for boats and RVs must be completed by March 20, 2023, or until we reach our limit.
4. All Daffodil information and registration forms are available online. Go to: https://www.tacomayachtclub.org/Daffodil.
5. Permission must be obtained to enter or move vessels within the basin. Call Basin Control on VHF channel 69 for clearance and assistance. Also, obtain clearance from Basin Control to exit for the parade or depart for your homeport. Boats can start arriving beginning at noon on Thursday, April 13 th
6. Dinner reservations are requested for Thursday evening. Dinner will be a limited menu. Please call 253-752-3555.
7. In accordance with the Tacoma Fire Marshal there will be ABSOLUTELY NO open fires or barbeques on Tacoma Yacht Club premises, including the basin and parking lot.
8. Avoid use of basin power for heating. The basin power grid will be operating at maximum load without heat. Use of generators for heating is not permitted as it poses a carbon monoxide risk to others. Please do not unplug any power cords that are plugged in when you arrive. WE CANNOT GUARANTEE YOU WILL HAVE ACCESS TO POWER.
9. Please exercise care in transiting TYC member boathouses.
10. Due to difficult moorage arrangements and lack of shore side facilities, bringing pets to Daffodil is discouraged. If you do bring pets, please be responsible in handling and cleanup. Please keep pets on a leash at all times.

Private Event. Roberts Family.

Springtime in the Harbor

Gig Harbor Yacht Club will host the next WIC Luncheon. Join our PYC group to welcome Spring, celebrate new and old friendships and enjoy music by a world-renowned pianist.

Featuring "Variations on a Musical Theme" by World-Renowned Pianist and Composer Harold Kafer.

Menu: Stuffed Chicken Salad Croissant, Gazpacho Soup, Fruit and Dessert

$20.00 per person. Luncheon attire of slacks or dresses. Car pools will be arranged.

REGISTER HERE by end of day Tuesday, April 11.

If you have any questions, please contact Lois Watford, PYC WIC Representative.

This event was originally on the calendar as April 11. April 18 is the correct date.

Anchoring in Northwest Waters: What All Boating Crew Members Want To Know, Not Just Captains

ZOOM Presentation - https://us02web.zoom.us/j/86998602226

Presenter: Mike Huston, Partner, San Juan Sailing and Yachting, Inc.  Mike’s Zoom PYC presentation in 2022 on preparing for cruising to Alaska was a huge hit with members of PYC because of all the valuable and practical information he presented.  With over 50 years of boating experience, both sail and power, Mike has been instructing both sail and power cruising classes for the 20 years.

PYC First Mates and other crew members have expressed an interest in workshops that build their boating skills.  Mike Huston’s presentation on anchoring in the Pacific Northwest will address the important skills of anchoring.  Our waters are not always straightforward and boaters, not just Captains, need to know the basics of anchoring as well as practical tips that can make ‘dropping the hook’ a success.

In honor of Commodore Mark and Sharon Owen

Register | Commodore Ball
Volunteer | Commodore Ball
Bartending | Volunteer

Questions? Please contact P/C Earl Hunt.

Poulsbo Yacht Club General Meeting 4th Wednesday of each month (some Holiday adjustments)

Schedule:  6pm SOCIAL HOUR with BAR OPEN
                   7pm POTLUCK DINNER | please bring a side dish/salad to share.  The club will provide bread and dessert
                   8pm MEETING START

Volunteers Needed ↣ list coming soon

AGENDA

Flag Officer Report
- Call to Order
- Pledge of Allegiance
- Secretary's Report (Randy Onders)
- Treasure's Report (Todd Smith)
- Fleet Captain Report (John Hunt)
- Rear Commodore Report (Peggy Sue Drury)
- Vice Commodore Report (Nick Valladarez)
- Commodore Report (Mark Owen)

Committee Reports
- Membership (Robbie Larson)
- Additional Commitee Reports as required

MMA Report (P/C Marc Myers)

Business

Adjourn

Details coming soon.
 

Program topic to be announced soon

PYC participates in the town parade!  Details TBD

Poulsbo Yacht Club General Meeting 4th Wednesday of each month (some Holiday adjustments)

Schedule:  6pm SOCIAL HOUR with BAR OPEN
                   7pm POTLUCK DINNER | please bring a side dish/salad to share.  The club will provide bread and dessert
                   8pm MEETING START

Volunteers Needed ↣ list coming soon

AGENDA

Flag Officer Report
- Call to Order
- Pledge of Allegiance
- Secretary's Report (Randy Onders)
- Treasure's Report (Todd Smith)
- Fleet Captain Report (John Hunt)
- Rear Commodore Report (Peggy Sue Drury)
- Vice Commodore Report (Nick Valladarez)
- Commodore Report (Mark Owen)

Committee Reports
- Membership (Robbie Larson)
- Additional Commitee Reports as required

MMA Report (P/C Marc Myers)

Business

Adjourn

Murder in the Marina

Mr. McMillions invites you, his PYC friends, to join him at the Port Ludlow Marina for a weekend of intrigue on the water. A terrific cast of characters are expected....who will you be?

Dates:  Friday, May 26 - Monday, May 29, 2023

Cost: $30 per adult, $15 under 12 years old
Covers Catered Sunday Dinner, Hosted Happy Hour, High Tea, Games & Prizes

Friday Night 5/26

• Official Welcome by Mr. McMillions
• Happy Hour on the Dock!
• BYOB & Appetizer to share

Saturday 5/27

• Golf
• Pickleball Clinic & Round-Robin
• Dinghy Parade
• Mr. McMillions Happy Hour at Port Ludlow YC
• Potluck Dinner & Dance at Port Ludlow YC
• Golf & Pickleball Awards

Sunday 5/28

• Pop-up Beverages on the Docks
• High Tea at Port Ludlow YC
• Blind Rowing Dinghy Race
• Memorial Day Salute
• Catered Dinner & Awards
• Blind Dinghy Race & Murder Sleuth Prizes

REGISTER HERE by Tuesday, May 16.

RESERVE A SLIP HERE
Questions? Please contact the cruise host Audrey Newell.

Cancellation Reimbursement Policy: All cruise budgets are set depending on registration. Please let the cruise lead *and* the Fleet Captain know of your cancellation at least 7 days prior to the cruise start date. Reimbursement decisions for cancellations made within 7 days of the cruise will be reviewed by the Fleet Captain on a case by case basis.

Fleet Captain(s) John and Brandi Hunt FleetCaptain@poulsboyc.org

Clubhouse closed for Change of Watch decorating in the morning and rehearsal in the evening.

PYC Change of Watch ceremony - Let's welcome our new Officers and Trustees to the PYC Leadership Team.  Come join in the celebration 🥂   DETAILS COMING

Junior Sailing Summer Camp - Week 1 - Learn to Sail

For more information and registration click here.

Since 1999 the Poulsbo Yacht Club has been offering its highly acclaimed sail camps, getting youth out in the great outdoors to learn the joys of sailing on Liberty Bay!

Our "Learn to Sail" classes introduce basic sailing skills such as sail terminology, boat rigging, water safety, and knot tying.  The advanced "Double-handed Sailing" and "Adventure Sailing" classes are designed for older youth which builds on the beginner course’s foundation.

In addition to learning sailing skills, our US Sailing Association Certified Instructors utilize individual and team activities to enhance the sail camp experience.

All New Sail Boats!
We have a brand-new fleet of RS Tera dinghies. The RS Tera is a “21st century single-hander that looks cool and makes sailing addictive…. It’s packed with features that make sailing safe and easy. It comes up dry from a capsize. It’s quick and simple to rig by youngsters – the emphasis is on fun afloat while building incredible sailing experiences.” For more details see our "Courses" page.

Poulsbo Yacht Club General Meeting 4th Wednesday of each month (some Holiday adjustments)

Schedule:  6pm SOCIAL HOUR with BAR OPEN
                   7pm POTLUCK DINNER | please bring a side dish/salad to share.  The club will provide bread and dessert
                   8pm MEETING START

Volunteers Needed ↣ list coming soon

Celebrate July 3rd with PYC.

Details TBD

Junior Sailing Summer Camp - Week 2 - Learn to Sail

For more information and registration click here.

Since 1999 the Poulsbo Yacht Club has been offering its highly acclaimed sail camps, getting youth out in the great outdoors to learn the joys of sailing on Liberty Bay!

Our "Learn to Sail" classes introduce basic sailing skills such as sail terminology, boat rigging, water safety, and knot tying.  The advanced "Double-handed Sailing" and "Adventure Sailing" classes are designed for older youth which builds on the beginner course’s foundation.

In addition to learning sailing skills, our US Sailing Association Certified Instructors utilize individual and team activities to enhance the sail camp experience.

All New Sail Boats!
We have a brand-new fleet of RS Tera dinghies. The RS Tera is a “21st century single-hander that looks cool and makes sailing addictive…. It’s packed with features that make sailing safe and easy. It comes up dry from a capsize. It’s quick and simple to rig by youngsters – the emphasis is on fun afloat while building incredible sailing experiences.” For more details see our "Courses" page.

Junior Sailing Summer Camp - Week 3 - Learn to Sail

For more information and registration click here.

Since 1999 the Poulsbo Yacht Club has been offering its highly acclaimed sail camps, getting youth out in the great outdoors to learn the joys of sailing on Liberty Bay!

Our "Learn to Sail" classes introduce basic sailing skills such as sail terminology, boat rigging, water safety, and knot tying.  The advanced "Double-handed Sailing" and "Adventure Sailing" classes are designed for older youth which builds on the beginner course’s foundation.

In addition to learning sailing skills, our US Sailing Association Certified Instructors utilize individual and team activities to enhance the sail camp experience.

All New Sail Boats!
We have a brand-new fleet of RS Tera dinghies. The RS Tera is a “21st century single-hander that looks cool and makes sailing addictive…. It’s packed with features that make sailing safe and easy. It comes up dry from a capsize. It’s quick and simple to rig by youngsters – the emphasis is on fun afloat while building incredible sailing experiences.” For more details see our "Courses" page.

Junior Sailing Summer Camp - Week 4 - Double Handed Sailing

For more information and registration click here.

Since 1999 the Poulsbo Yacht Club has been offering its highly acclaimed sail camps, getting youth out in the great outdoors to learn the joys of sailing on Liberty Bay!

Our "Learn to Sail" classes introduce basic sailing skills such as sail terminology, boat rigging, water safety, and knot tying.  The advanced "Double-handed Sailing" and "Adventure Sailing" classes are designed for older youth which builds on the beginner course’s foundation.

In addition to learning sailing skills, our US Sailing Association Certified Instructors utilize individual and team activities to enhance the sail camp experience.

All New Sail Boats!
We have a brand-new fleet of RS Tera dinghies. The RS Tera is a “21st century single-hander that looks cool and makes sailing addictive…. It’s packed with features that make sailing safe and easy. It comes up dry from a capsize. It’s quick and simple to rig by youngsters – the emphasis is on fun afloat while building incredible sailing experiences.” For more details see our "Courses" page.

Junior Sailing Summer Camp - Week 5 - Learn to Sail

For more information and registration click here.

Since 1999 the Poulsbo Yacht Club has been offering its highly acclaimed sail camps, getting youth out in the great outdoors to learn the joys of sailing on Liberty Bay!

Our "Learn to Sail" classes introduce basic sailing skills such as sail terminology, boat rigging, water safety, and knot tying.  The advanced "Double-handed Sailing" and "Adventure Sailing" classes are designed for older youth which builds on the beginner course’s foundation.

In addition to learning sailing skills, our US Sailing Association Certified Instructors utilize individual and team activities to enhance the sail camp experience.

All New Sail Boats!
We have a brand-new fleet of RS Tera dinghies. The RS Tera is a “21st century single-hander that looks cool and makes sailing addictive…. It’s packed with features that make sailing safe and easy. It comes up dry from a capsize. It’s quick and simple to rig by youngsters – the emphasis is on fun afloat while building incredible sailing experiences.” For more details see our "Courses" page.

Junior Sailing Summer Camp - Week 6 - Adventure Sailing

For more information and registration click here.

Since 1999 the Poulsbo Yacht Club has been offering its highly acclaimed sail camps, getting youth out in the great outdoors to learn the joys of sailing on Liberty Bay!

Our "Learn to Sail" classes introduce basic sailing skills such as sail terminology, boat rigging, water safety, and knot tying.  The advanced "Double-handed Sailing" and "Adventure Sailing" classes are designed for older youth which builds on the beginner course’s foundation.

In addition to learning sailing skills, our US Sailing Association Certified Instructors utilize individual and team activities to enhance the sail camp experience.

All New Sail Boats!
We have a brand-new fleet of RS Tera dinghies. The RS Tera is a “21st century single-hander that looks cool and makes sailing addictive…. It’s packed with features that make sailing safe and easy. It comes up dry from a capsize. It’s quick and simple to rig by youngsters – the emphasis is on fun afloat while building incredible sailing experiences.” For more details see our "Courses" page.

Details TBD