REGISTRATION IS NOW CLOSED,
but you can still come join us for any of the following events. We can just no longer include dinner or you.
SCHEDULE OF EVENTS
Friday, April 9
10:00AM - Depart to Dana Point - Valor to dock at E-124, near DWYC - to ride down aboard Valor, click here.
4:00PM - Happy Hour with Valor Crew - Bring your own beverages and appetizers. Beach chairs are recommended. Social distancing will be observed and there is minimal seating aboard Valor.
6:00PM - Dinner on your own - DWYC will allow ALYC Members to order from takeout menu
Saturday, April 10
10:00AM - Beach Clean-up - Meet at ALYC tent at Baby Beach
11:00AM - 5:00PM - Various daytime beach activities planned
Noon - Valor Cruise #1 - Register in advance by clicking here
2:00PM - Valor Cruise #2 - Register in advance by clicking here
5:00PM - 7:00PM - ALYC Social Event - Name that #Hashtag - Register in advance by clicking here
7:00PM - Dinner - Delivered to ALYC tent at Baby Beach by DWYC. Advance order is required. Price includes tax and tip. Utensils provided by DWYC.
Register for the event to order your dinner.
Remember: Drinks are not included. BYOB of your favorite beverage.
Bring your beach chairs and blankets! There are also some picnic tables available in the general area, but they are first come, first serve.
Sunday, April 11
9:00AM - Coffee & Pastries aboard Valor
11:00AM - Depart for Home Port - to ride back to ALYC aboard Valor, click here
Details:
ALYC tents will be up on Baby Beach by 10am for the beach cleanup. The tents will be up all day. Click here to see a Google map of where we will be.
If you are interested in Sailing or Paddle boarding, please visit:
Westwind Sailing
Phone: 949 492-3035
34451 Ensenada Pl, Dana Point
Visit the Ocean Institute for marine wildlife and interactive exhibits.
24900 Dana Point Harbor Dr, Dana Point, 92629
Click here for a Google map.
To be held in conjunction with the Dana Point Cruise Out, we will be playing a game called Name That Hashtag.
The “hashtag” is just a topic similar to the categories in Jeopardy. Each hashtag will have 5 answers. Each answer has up to 5 clues and the contestants bid against each other to see who will can Name that Hashtag in the fewest clues.
This part is like Name that tune where one contestant will say "I can name that hashtag in 5 clues". The other contestant might say "I can name it in 4 clues". Then the first contestant can then say "I can name that hashtag in three clues" or they might tell their opponent to Name that Hashtag. At which point the contestant has three clues to guess the answer.
It's kind of a combination of Name That Tune and Jeopardy. Our own ALYC Secretary, Stephen Alfano will be hosting the event live from Baby Beach in Dana Point. We'll do our very best to enable the game on Zoom as well for those that can't attend in person.
An example.
Category is professional sport. Clue might be
1: is played on 18 holes.
2: you can walk or ride a cart
3: someone comes around and sell you hot dogs while you are playing
4: you are supposed to be on green grass but you might end up “on the beach”
5: you can drive or chip
Answer is……. Golf
Depending on how the bidding went you would have been given as many as 5 or as few as 1 of the clues.
Club boat, Valor will be able to take passengers down to Dana Point and back. Register here for the trip from Newport Beach to Dana Point.
A separate reservation is required if you want to ride down to Dana Point aboard Valor on April 9.
While space is initially limited the Captain can choose to take additional guests, so please add your name to the waiting list if cruises are full.
Masks and social distancing are required.
Dress for weather. Limited space is available for your personal supplies at the Captain's discretion.
Rides down and back on Valor are NOT round trip.
Registration is Up Restrictions are Down for N2E 73
Deadline for standard registration ends April 1
NEWPORT BEACH, Calif., March 18, 2021 – Standard registration for the 73rd Newport to Ensenada International Yacht Race will close April 1. Sailors are also encouraged to book boat slips and rooms at the Hotel Coral and Marina by the same date.
Skippers who sign up April 2 through 8 will be charged a $100 late fee. Registration officially closes on April 8. You can sign up by visiting their website at www.nosa.org.
Race organizers, the Newport Ocean Racing Association, announced last October its commitment to holding the 73rd annual race. Thanks to the reduction of COVID restrictions and with the Mexican Navy offering landing assistance, sailors will safely be able to disembark and enjoy Ensenada.
As restrictions are being lifted, options for social activities will increase in Newport Beach for packet pick-ups, and it is possible that the always festive Ensenada could reach yellow or green tiers by race day.
In consideration that large gatherings are still likely to be restricted, the awards ceremony Sunday afternoon, always joyful and celebratory, may be conducted in shifts.
For those sailing the challenging San Diego course, our race partners at Silver Gate Yacht Club are anticipating some ability to offer food service and additional activities if health and safety guidelines permit.
Those who still have questions or concerns are encouraged to visit the FAQ page at NOSA.org.
“We’ve really made the best of a challenging situation and are pleased with the number of sailors planning to participate if for no other reason than the love of the sport and to honor this race’s esteemed traditions,” said Vice Commodore Administration Mary Bacon.
To help racers be better prepared and race-ready, NOSA’s annual sailing seminars started last week via Zoom and will be held once again this month and on April 7.
To date, more than 100 boats have registered for N2E 73 which will start off the Balboa Pier on April 23.
Members and their guests are welcome to attend.
This will be the last dive and snorkel meeting for 2020.
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2021 Invitation and Overview
Your ALYC Officers and Directors cordially invite you to join in the ceremonies of our 55th Opening Day on Sunday, May 2, 2020. As usual, ceremonies will be held at Newport Harbor Post 291 of the American Legion.
Schedule of Activities:
Registration and Reception: 10:00 am Opening Day Ceremonies: 11:00 am Lunch Buffet: 12:00 pm Boat Parade Inside Harbor: 1:30 pm Dancing and No Host Bar: 1:00 pm 'til ?
Opening Day is always an exciting, fun-filled event at the American Legion, and it's one of the highlights of our yachting season. We expect many visitors from other yacht clubs to share in our celebration.
2021 Sundowners Racing Series
Series 1: Race 1 - Monday, May 3
Series 1: Race 2 - Monday, May 10
Series 1: Race 3 - Monday, May 17
Series 1: Race 4 - Monday, May 24
Series 1: Race 5 - Monday, June 7
Series 1: Race 6 - Monday, June 14
Series 1: Race 7 - Monday, June 21
Series 1: Race 8 - Monday, June 28
Series 2: Race 1 - Monday, July 5
Series 2: Race 2 - Monday, July 12
Series 2: Race 3 - Monday, July 19
Series 2: Race 4 - Monday, July 26
Series 2: Race 5 - Monday, August 2
Series 2: Race 6 - Monday, August 9
Series 2: Race 7 - Monday, August 16
Series 2: Race 8 - Monday, August 23
Make-up Day: Monday, August 30
Alternate Make-up Day: Monday, September 6
2021 Model Yacht Racing Series
Series 1: Race 1 - Tuesday, May 4
Series 1: Race 2 - Tuesday, May 11
Series 1: Race 3 - Tuesday, May 18
Series 1: Race 4 - Tuesday, May 25
Series 1: Race 5 - Tuesday, June 1
Series 1: Race 6 - Tuesday, June 8
Series 1: Race 7 - Tuesday, June 15
Series 1: Race 8 - Tuesday, June 22
Series 2: Race 1 - Tuesday, July 6
Series 2: Race 2 - Tuesday, July 13
Series 2: Race 3 - Tuesday, July 20
Series 2: Race 4 - Tuesday, July 27
Series 2: Race 5 - Tuesday, August 3
Series 2: Race 6 - Tuesday, August 10
Series 2: Race 7 - Tuesday, August 17
Series 2: Race 8 - Tuesday, August 24
Make-up Day: Tuesday, August 31
Details to be announced.
Details to be announced
Details to be determined.
Everything you never knew you wanted to know about your club!
This informal orientation will help you become familiar with your unique yacht club. You'll learn about all yacht club activities and events and how to get involved. You'll walk away feeling confident in your abilities to reach out to the more than 1,000 members and make new friends. It's your club, help make it a fun one!
Spouses or significant others are welcome to attend.
Attire: Casual/Comfortable
Bridge Officers / Board of Directors Meeting
Members welcome to attend.
To be determined.
Stay tuned for details for the 2021 Old Glory Boat Parade.
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Thank you for making the 2020 Old Glory Boat Parade the biggest yet! We had 51 boats registered, along with the club boat Valor and VIP boat Mallika, for a total of 53 boats in the parade. If you missed it, you can catch it below, courtesy of Newport Beach TV.
To register, first download the Waiver of Liability.
Zoom #1: June 24, 2020 @ 6:00pm Zoom #2: July 2, 2020 @ 7:00pm In Person Late Registration - Walk-up: July 3 @ 6:30pm - 7:30pm ALYC Hut American Legion Post 291 215 15th Street Newport Beach, CA Please note that the Post will likely be closed by this time and if you do not have a parking pass, you will not be able to park on the property. You may park at Marina Park or other public parking and walk up to the Hut in the back parking lot of Post 291 to register and receive a parade package.
Prior to the parade, you will be emailed your registration packet. It will contain:
If you would like to volunteer to help with the parade, including decorating Valor, or you have any additional questions, please contact parade@alyc.com.
Due to Social Distancing Guidelines, we will be accepting all registrations online. Should you have any difficulties, we are also happy to take your reservation over the phone. Please contact parade@alyc.com for any and all assistance.
We look forward to seeing you out there on the water with us!
If you would like to attend the Club Crew meeting, please also register for the General Membership Meeting. Zoom information will be sent to all registrants the day before the event and two hours before the meeting.
Stay tuned for details for the 2021 cruise, but to get you excited, here was last year's itinerary.
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Please join your friends on our fall cruise to Catalina! We have the Corsair Cove in Emerald bay reserved for our club, so it will be a great opportunity to enjoy the best Catalina has to offer. We will holding this event in conjunction with the Blue Water Regatta. Click here for more info on the Blue Water Regatta.
This cove offers moorings, and our own private beach with restrooms, hot showers, electricity, grills, and picnic area. We have the cove reserved for Friday Sept. 11 through Sunday Sept. 13 midday.
The Boy Scouts have offered us rentals for some of their facilities and water toys. If you would like to rent a cabin, or a kayak or other water toy, please contact Larry Furiani by email at fleetcaptain@alyc.com or phone (714) 920-8083. Scroll down for what is available to rent.
Here’s the agenda for the weekend:
Friday Sept. 11
Saturday Sept. 12
Sunday Sept. 13
The ALYC Blue Water Regatta will run in coordination with our cruise, and will end and begin again at Emerald Bay. More details to follow to all registered attendees. Please register now so we know you’re coming!
Amenities Available to Rent
All rentals will require the signing of a waiver. You can download it here.
Contact fleetcaptain@alyc.com for assistance with booking rentals.
Equipment: $40/half day or $100/half day for parent/kid combo up to five people
Housing: The attached .pdf has pictures of the cabins available.
Internet: Speeds are generally up to 35Mbps
Dock:
Moorings:
Ice:
General Rules:
Payment methods for rentals order of preference:
Stay tuned for 2021 details, but in the meantime, here's what we had planned for 2020.
NOR and Registration, click here.
For more information on the Cruise to Emerald Bay, click here!
The Great Pacific Airshow is set to return next fall, October 1-3, 2021!
Although our full Airshow talent lineup won't be announced for a few more months, we're happy to confirm that the U.S. Navy Blue Angels will be joining us next year in their brand new aircraft (F/A 18 Super Hornet), along with the Canadian Forces Snowbirds, U.S. Army Golden Knights, U.S. Marine Corps V-22 Osprey Demo Team, and U.S. Air Force ACC F-35 Demo Team.
ALYC Valor will be taking members out to watch. Stay tuned for more information.
The annual Sail for the Visually Impaired (SVI) has grown to become one of the most important and well attended philanthropic events in Newport Harbor. Each year, over 250 blind or visually impaired guests and their escorts spend a day sailing with volunteers from the American Legion Yacht Club and other area yacht clubs. There are over 150 volunteers acting as sailing skippers, crew, escorts to and from the docks, meal servers, guide dog sitters, check-in personnel, marina control, parking assignment, and much more.
SVI had humble beginnings, starting In 1990 when Bonnie Gibson and Bobbie Reed of the Women's Sailing Association - Orange County (WSA-OC) took 15 blind people sailing on a 40-foot sailboat. A year later, in 1991, American Legion Yacht Club (ALYC) Commodore J.T. Tarwater established ALYC and Post 291 as the host for SVI. Commodore Tarwater’s legacy continues today as the ALYC not only continues to host, but also manages the organization and leadership of SVI.
ALYC is proud of our legacy as the host of SVI and delighted to lead this event. As always, SVI is one of the highlights on our annual calendar.
To volunteer for this year's SVI, contact SVI@ALYC.com.
We are entering Valor again in the Newport Harbor Christmas Parade of Lights. We need to line up volunteers to get ready, and hopefully we’ll win another award! We need help in the following areas:
Please email parade@alyc.com to volunteer!
To view the parade from the Post, please contact American Legion Post 291 for reservations.
