We meet the second Tuesday of every month at the Dave & Buster’s in Tempe. Visitors are welcome to join us! Check out our recent posts below for details. You can find videos and slides from our past online meetings here: https://arizonayachtclub.org/social-events/past-zoom-meetings/
Written by Joanne Aspinall; Photos by Mike and Maryellen Ferring; Feature photo: Thank you to the 2025-2026 AYC Board of Directors Commodore Roger Pawley leading the "Change of Command" celebration In many parts of the country, the sailing season is just kicking in; here in Arizona, we're covering our boats to shield them from the … Continue reading “Change of Command” Celebration Included Good Food and Good Fun!
Sometimes in sailing, you have to change tacks - the same thing goes for yacht club organizing! Our original April meeting speaker had to cancel, so we're changing topics slightly, but the evening still promises to be engaging! This month we will hear from "Rolling in the Deep" about the Newport to San Diego race. … Continue reading April Meeting: Newport to San Diego Experience
While we all love Arizona lakes for both racing and cruising, one benefit of living here is the close proximity, and easy travel access, to opportunities beyond our state borders. At our March general membership meeting, we'll hear from two of our AYC members who actively pursue those opportunities. Joel Oglesbee, who will be stepping … Continue reading March Meeting: Racing and Cruising Beyond AZ
Ever wonder what it's like to refit an older sailboat? Or sail over 2,000 miles from California to Hawaii? Or sail in a premier yachting race with 120 years of history? How about doing all three *and* breaking a glass ceiling at the same time? If so, (and even if you haven't), you won't want … Continue reading February Meeting: 2025 Rolex Yachtswoman of the Year Finalist Alli Bell!
