With December comes the hectic year end and celebratory activities we’ve all come to know. Fall racing concludes, shopping commences, family & friends gather, there’s baking and more buying, and hopefully not too much stressing. The season is announced in song as, “the most wonderful time of the year!” As an AYC member, some of … Continue reading The Most Wonderful Time of the Year!
What is a lifelong learner? A sailor is. They read, take classes, spend time on the water, attend regattas, teach and coach others, and ask questions. Gaining skills is often more a source of enjoyment than winning races and dusting awards on a shelf. Many of our members have taken their knowledge and skill to … Continue reading Commodore’s Comments
Ahoy Fellow Sailors It is my hope that each of you had a grand summer and enjoyed some of the typical travel plans to escape the heat, explore new places or visit with family and friends. AYC Burgee on Chuck Dahill's boat (L) and also on our charter (R). Small world! A chance meeting with … Continue reading Goodbye September – Hello October
Despite yesterday's predicted high temperatures, almost 30 AYC members and ASU Sailing Club students arrived early in the morning at Tempe Town Lake to help clean the ASF boats and prepare them for upcoming ASF classes and our Adopt a Boat program. Thanks to organizer Cindy Pillote, there were plenty of cool drinks and a … Continue reading Enthusiasm Beats out High Temps for TTL Boat Cleanup
