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⛵ SYC FALL SERIES STARTS TOMORROW!

The days may be getting shorter, but we’re not done racing yet.

Fall Racing kicks off Tuesday, September 1 at 18:00!

Fall in Squamish usually gives us a slightly calmer flavour of sailing, making this a great series for newer racers, family crews, anyone wanting to sharpen their skills, or sailors who have been meaning to finally give that whole “starting line” thing a try.

Regular racers, don’t get too comfortable though.

Friendly? Absolutely.
Casual? Mostly.
Competitive? We’ll see you at the start line.

📅 Fall Series
• Tues Sept 1 — 18:00
• Sun Sept 13 — 12:30
• Sun Sept 20 — 12:30
• Sun Oct 4 — 12:30
• Sun Oct 18 — 12:30
🏁 Oct 18 wraps things up with a Pursuit Race + post-race social

New racers, new crew and non-members are all welcome.

👉 Registration is open now:
https://squamishyachtclub.com/club-racing/

No boat but want to race? Come find a ride and get involved.

See you on the water tomorrow! ⛵

Kick off with SOAR 2026! 🌬️⛵

Forget FIFA...

Twenty-two people chasing one ball? We'll take 30 boats chasing one wind shift every day of the week.

No fake injuries. No nil-nil draws. No extra time.

Just 20+ knots, screaming reaches, tactical battles, the occasional spectacular wipeout, and bragging rights that actually mean something.

🎥 The SOAR 2026 teaser has landed.

Get your crew together. Get your boat ready. Get registered!

SOAR 2026 Coming Soon! The countdown is on.The Squamish Open Annual Regatta (SOAR) 2026 ...

Less than 2 weeks to SOAR!!!! Eeeeeek! Register now: https://squamishyachtclub.com/soar/

Check out some little-big boat races in the blind channel!
This event is held in Squamish BC in Mamquam Blind Channel, Saturday July 18th from 10:30AM to 3:30PM.
https://westcoastradiosailing.ca

Here is the NOR for the whole Coastal Cup series:
https://westcoastradiosailing.ca/wp-content/uploads/2025/12/CC-NOR-2026.pdf

West Coast Radio Sailing Club – RC sailing in the Pacific Northwest West Coast Radio Sailing Club, RC Model Sailing on the Left Coast of Canada 2026 Coastal Cup #5 Mamquam Blind Channel, Squamish BCThe Sailing Instructions and entry form are now online here.2026 Coastal Cup #4 Kitsilano Yacht Club, VancouverThe Sailing Instructions and entry form are now online here...

Hey skippers!

Final race day is this Sunday — and it’s a pursuit race!

No worries if you haven’t been out yet — family cruisers and one-time racers are welcome! A single race is $25. If you’ve already paid $100 for the series, or raced 4 nights at $25 each, there are no additional fees.

A pursuit race means no hectic start line — every boat gets its own start time. The finish could be a little busier though 😄
(Planning for a race to Defense and back for a SOAR home team practice! 😉)

Registration is mandatory so we can calculate your start time. First boat starts at 12:30 PM, with start times published by course. Please visit the Club Racing page to register and get the SI amendments.

After the race, join us for a wind-up party on the docks — crew, family, members, and non-members are all welcome.

BYOB: Bring Your Own BBQ & Refreshments
Bring:

- Something to BBQ
- Something to share
- Your bevie of choice

We’ll have plates, cutlery, etc. Brad hopes boats will be in around 1500h, and we’ll find space for non-club boats during the party.

Questions about how the pursuit-style race works? Email [email protected]

See you Sunday for a beautiful day on the water!

SOAR registration is now open!!!!!!!

SOAR - Squamish Yacht Club Some say that it is the best kept secret on the West Coast, but it is definitely the regatta with the most consistent winds, most spectacular venue, and voted the best party in the Pacific Northwest.

SYC Spring Series is almost here!

Kick the season off with our Sunday shake-out race on May 3, then join us for Tuesday evening club racing through May and June.

Whether you’re a regular, a new skipper, or looking to crew, this is the perfect way to get on the water, sharpen up, and be part of the Squamish sailing scene.
Good racing, good people, and a great excuse to get out sailing.

Dates:
Sunday May 3
Tuesdays: May 12, 19, 26 + June 2, 9
Final Pursuit Race: Sunday June 21

Info and registration opening soon!:
https://squamishyachtclub.com/club-racing/

Construction and commissioning of the operable pedestrian bridge over the Mamquam Blind Channel are ongoing. These works may temporarily restrict navigation through the designated channel. The bridge includes operable spans across the navigation corridor and may be either open (navigation permitted) or lowered (restricted for tall vessels).

Outside of working hours, the bridge will generally remain in the open position. During construction hours, the bridge may be lowered without notice to facilitate work. Marine users should plan transit accordingly and always proceed with caution within the work zone. Vessels unable to safely pass beneath the bridge in the lowered position must request an opening in advance.

Contact Methods for Bridge Access and Opening Requests:
Verbal or signalled communication with the construction crew at the bridge site
VHF Channel 13 (Primary – monitored during working hours)
Construction Manager / Bridge Operator: 250-241-0886
Superintendent / Secondary Operator: 604-312-2324

Bridge openings will be completed as soon as reasonably practicable, subject to safety constraints.

Navigation Guidance
Vessels with sufficient clearance may pass under the bridge at their own discretion. All vessels shall proceed at safe speed, maintain continuous lookout and be prepared to yield to construction operations. Delays should be expected during working hours (typically 7:30 AM to 7:00 PM, Monday to Saturday).

All marine users must exercise extreme caution when navigating through the construction area and comply with posted signage and instructions from site personnel.

Please distribute this notice to anyone that may be affected by this work.

Thanks,

--
Russell Clark
Project Director
M: 604-690-7453

Learn to sail summer program registration is now open!

Learn to Sail Programs for Kids - Squamish Yacht Club ​Introduction to Sailing & Kayaking: This program is for youth 7 to 10 years old. It is a five day introduction to sailing and kayaking. Tuition is $450 for the one week and enrolment is limited to 12 students each session; Monday to Friday from 9am to 3pm. Register now

Southern Straits is here — and Squamish is on the line. Great kick off to the new season!

Best of luck to all Squamish sailors racing this weekend aboard Longboard, Songbird, Incisor, Arietta, Shadow, but especially Pacific High on her return to Straits!

Sail fast, have fun!
Go SYC!