Boats Answer the Call on 9/11
By Deb Heisler September 11, 2001, was a national day of tragedy. Although it was 19 years ago, many of us remember exactly where we were, what we were doing, … Continue Reading Boats Answer the Call on 9/11
A Big Thanks for Another Successful Adopt-a-Boat Cleanup
Volunteers spray months of dust off everything! Feature photo: Marc Danner Another day of excessive heat warnings did not stop about 20 new, old, and prospective members from showing up to prep, … Continue Reading A Big Thanks for Another Successful Adopt-a-Boat Cleanup
Sailing Around the World…Just Because
By Bob Naylor Have you ever wanted to cast off and leave it all behind? See the world – the whole world – on a sailboat? Lois and Gunter Hofmann … Continue Reading Sailing Around the World…Just Because
Adopt-a-Boat Clean Up at Tempe Town Lake
Feature photo: Mike Ferring There will be washing and scrubbing, repairing, tweaking, and inventorying. Once again we need volunteers to join in and help get the Adopt a Boats ready … Continue Reading Adopt-a-Boat Clean Up at Tempe Town Lake
2020 Laser Masters Pacific Coast Championships
Feature Photo: Dave Newland on the calmer waters of TTL By David Newland Since my introduction to Laser sailing/racing back in November 2018 (article here), I’ve been signing up for … Continue Reading 2020 Laser Masters Pacific Coast Championships
Past, Present & Future
A Message From Your CommodoreBy Marc Danner Past: March 14th and 15th were the last two days my son Myles and I raced at Lake Pleasant. We were able to … Continue Reading Past, Present & Future
New Apparel & Merchandise
Save 15% on 3 or more AYC Branded Items Check out our updated site with more apparel and brands to choose from: Spyder, Columbia, Columbia PFG, Holloway, Gill, Under Armour, … Continue Reading New Apparel & Merchandise
August Meeting: Cruising a Desert Sea
By Deb Heisler Join us for the August Membership Meeting and a special presentation by members Teresa and Jim Pinter. We will be meeting again on Zoom so grab a … Continue Reading August Meeting: Cruising a Desert Sea
The Cactus Club
By Deb Heisler Once again, AYC is in the news. Sailing Magazine interviewed Bob Naylor, our rear commodore for their July featured article, “The Cactus Club.” The impressive feature and … Continue Reading The Cactus Club
AYC Stands Out
Our club recently captured the attention of two sailing magazines – Sailing World and Good Old Boat. Bob Naylor met Good Old Boat editor and owner Michael Robertson last December … Continue Reading AYC Stands Out
July Meeting: Improve Your Racing Season
By: Bob Naylor Interested in taking your racing to a new level this season? If so, join us on Zoom for our monthly membership meeting and get pro tips from … Continue Reading July Meeting: Improve Your Racing Season
Happy 4th of July from your Board!
As we continue to work through these challenging times, the AYC board wishes you and your family a Happy 4th of July.
June: Virtual Monthly Meeting
By Bob Naylor, Rear Commodore Mike Waters will join us on Zoom from US Sailing headquarters in Bristol, Rhode Island and present on US Sailing’s approach to club sailing and … Continue Reading June: Virtual Monthly Meeting
Stars & Stripes is Postponed
About the Event Experience the sail of a lifetime on the most recognizable America’s Cup racing yacht in the world. Stars & Stripes USA-11 is the largest and fastest sailboat … Continue Reading Stars & Stripes is Postponed
A Great Two Years…
Thank you for the opportunity to be your Commodore these past two years…
May Monthly Meeting: Meet Your New Board
By Debbra Heisler, Rear Commodore Meeting canceled? No. Commodore Celebration rescheduled? Yes. Your new 2020-2021 Board is officially taking over the helm next week and this is your chance to … Continue Reading May Monthly Meeting: Meet Your New Board