Discover the Thrill, Friendship, and Fun—No Experience Needed Feature photo by Mike Ferring By ChatGPT nudged by Mike Ferring Interested in the game of sailboat racing? Know someone who’d like to learn to race? Whether you’re completely new or just looking to brush up on the basics, here’s a class that can be your starting … Continue reading Set Sail with Confidence: Join AYC’s Introduction to Sailboat Racing Class
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2025 AYC Summer Campout
Are you sick of the heat yet?Yeah, we are too! That’s why we’re looking forward to our next AYC event — the Summer Campout! We’re headed to the cool pines of Dairy Springs Campground near Mormon Lake, southeast of Flagstaff, the weekend of August 1–3. We’ll have activities for kids and adults alike, including hiking, … Continue reading 2025 AYC Summer Campout
August Meeting: Pocket Cruising
Here at AYC, we love our racing! But, believe it or not, you can do a lot more with a sailboat than just race (who knew?). Phoenix resident Doug Kelch has probably logged more pocket cruising miles than just about anyone we know. As our August guest speaker, Doug will present on pocket cruising and … Continue reading August Meeting: Pocket Cruising
July 8, Movie Night: The Loneliest Race
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
