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The Nyack Boat Club-One of Nyack's Best Kept Secrets

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Real Estate Agent with Better Homes and Gardens Real Estate - Rand Realty

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Nyack Boat Club’s three hundred foot pier with docks and hook ups for power and water.

Out my window, just beyond the snow-capped trees, is the picturesque Hudson River
with a thick blanket of clouds covering the icy gray water. On days like this, my mind can’t help but wander to thoughts of warm sunshine and sailing. Visions of billowy sails and the sound of water rushing past the hull warm my soul. I can hear the halyards ringing against masts, providing the perfect music to Friday night dinners with friends and family on the patio. What better place to enjoy the river than the Nyack Boat Club?

Just what is the Nyack Boat Club?

The Nyack Boat Club (NBC) was established in 1909 by a group of boating enthusiasts to support and promote recreational sailing and boating on the majestic Hudson River. Now, more than 100 years later, this vibrant club is still thriving. Our “Do-It-Yourself” philosophy keeps membership costs reasonable and all the members pitch in to maintain the club and keep things running smoothly.

Nyack Boat Club Cruising Fleet. Sailing Tortuga Along the Hudson.

One of the many Cruising Fleet trips. Sailing back to the Nyack Boat Club after a Labor Day weekend sail up the Hudson River.

Located on the west shore of the river, NBC is equidistant between the Tappan Zee Bridge to the south and lovely Hook Mountain to the north. Stretching the length of our waterfront are more than one hundred dry sailing spaces and racks for over sixty Windsurfers, Sunfish, Lasers and dinghies. Our expansive Hudson River mooring area has space for more than one hundred and fifty larger boats.

Our lawns, picnic grounds and clubhouse are available to members and their guests to enjoy. A lovely patio and partially covered deck offer spectacular views of the river and a relaxed setting to socialize.

Cat boat sailing at the Nyack Boat Club by Donna Cox

Nyack Boat Club members enjoying a lovely morning sail.

The Club has several subgroups, also called Fleets, committees and events so there is something for everyone to enjoy year-round. Here are a few of the highlights…

Cruising Fleet
Comprised of a wide variety of larger boats, the Cruising Fleet is the biggest fleet in the Club. Many members of the Cruising Fleet combine weekly active racing with social sailing and cruising to distant locations.

Members of the Lightening Fleet enjoying a race. Photo credit-Art Petrosemolo, www.nauticalphotography.us

One-Design Boat Fleets (Sonar, Laser, Ensign, Lightening and Thistle)
Each of these fleets is comprised of sailors with an affinity to their specific boat type. Many members of these fleets partake in Wednesday and Sunday races at NBC as well as other races in the surrounding areas.

Junior Sailing
The Nyack Boat Club has a very successful junior sailing program that is primarily for family and friends of Nyack Boat Club members, but is also open to the public. We run two four-week sessions over the summer, generally beginning the last week of June and the last week of July. Our mission is to support the development of junior sailors ages 8-15 years through recreational sailing, sailboat racing and other marine pursuits as well as advancing their seamanship and navigation skills and fostering a lifelong passion for sailing.

Adult Sailing
Available to adult Club members who want to develop their own comfort level and individual capability out on the water, the adult sailing program offers a sense of structure and skill development – while retaining the fun of sailing.

Social Activities
It’s not just about sailing…The Nyack Boat Club hosts social events throughout the year – pier parties, barbeques, potluck dinners, Wednesday night movies and other improptu get togethers where lifelong friendships are forged.

Valentine's Day Party at the Nyack Boat Club - Donna Cox

Valentine’s Day Party at the Nyack Boat Club

A toast to fun and friendship at the Nyack Boat Club. Donna Cox

Cheers! A toast to fun and friendship.

 

Come Join the Fun – Looking for more information about how you can be a part of this fun and dynamic club? Just go to the Membership Information section of our website – http://www.nyackboatclub.org/membership. We would love to have you join us!

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About Donna Cox

I am an Associate Broker with Better Homes and Gardens Real Estate | Rand Realty proudly serving buyers and sellers in Rockland County, NY. You are welcome to visit my website @ www.DonnaCox.com. On my site you can find out a little more about me and my real estate philosophy, see the great homes I am currently marketing and review what my clients have to say about me. Give me a call or send me an email; I'd love to hear from you!
 

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