It is with great sadness that the Arizona Yacht Club sounds Eight Bells for Past Commodore Kristina Louisa "Tia" Renshaw, age 80 who died peacefully in Tempe, AZ, on Friday, August 14, 2026. Tia was a sailor, a remarkable leader, historian, artist, musician, and friend whose contributions to our club and the sailing community spanned … Continue reading Eight Bells for Tia Renshaw – A Passionate Sailor, Leader and Friend
When I joined the Board of Directors in 2019 as Rear Commodore, I attended my first board meeting, ready to dive in. I still remember then-Commodore Rob Gibbs telling us to, “Start thinking about your replacement.” I was a bit taken aback—until that moment, my sailing life had been focused on racing and attending meetings. … Continue reading Changing Course: Joanne and Andrew are Taking on New Roles
Called the ‘voyage of madmen,’ The Loneliest Race follows 16 sailors as they sail around the world without technology or contact with the outside world. The Golden Globe Race began in 1968 and is held every four years. 2026 will mark the 58th year of the race. Only six sailors have ever successfully completed the … Continue reading July 8, Movie Night: The Loneliest Race
Sailing the San Diego Leg of the 2025 Newport to Ensenada Race By Rachel Kennett We rolled in like desert sailors do: dusty, wide eyed, and clearly not from around here, stepping into a gleaming yacht club with a wall of trophies and framed photos under glass. But the Bahia Corinthian Yacht Club didn’t flinch. They … Continue reading AYC Members Do a Border Run
