Written and Photos by Mike Ferring Now for something completely different! While Arizona was suffering the usual triple-digit blast of summer, some of us were gathering on cool and scenic Big Lake—an hour’s drive north of Anchorage, Alaska—for the Buccaneer North American Championship, or BNAC, as it’s called. Bruce Lee holds both Arizona Yacht Club … Continue reading Buccaneer Sailors Chill in Alaska
By Emory Heisler ARRRRR!!!! The Buccaneer 18 Fleet is seeing a significant resurgence this year. Are you ready to get in on the fun and join the pirates of AYC? If you're unfamiliar with the Buccaneer 18, the US Sailing's One-Design website says the "Bucc" is a wide-beamed and powerful sit-in dinghy. She has a roomy cockpit and easily handled … Continue reading The Pirates are Coming! AYC Buccaneer Fleet Resurgence
Featured photo: John Cole Photography We currently have four active fleet members and are looking to add more. What is an MC Scow? Some call it “an adult Laser.” Buddy Melges designed features include: Sail single-handed or double-handed, depending on your weight and wind velocity. Simple. Only one sail. Easy to rig and launch. Faster … Continue reading MC Scow Fleet is growing at AYC
