FBYC has loads of events in the works--numerous opportunities to increase your skills and start thinking about our upcoming sailing season.  So mark your calendar for these programs and look for more details on how to sign-up:

                                 Saturday, February 1, 2020:  Junior Program Registration Begins

               Thursday, February 20, 2020:  First session in our new seminar, "Learn to Cruise the Chesapeake Bay."

                        Saturday, February 29, 2020 (Leap Day!) :  Winter Program with legendary sailor Jim Brown.

We are all looking forward to spring and getting ready for sailing at FBYC. As the weather warms up, activities will begin to pick up, as will members' efforts at getting the Club ready for the season and preparing themselves for exciting socials and great sailing. It is this effort that we all put into the Club that builds on our dynamic environment at FBYC and that helps us all feel more connected and make new friends.  The Board is looking at ways to broaden member participation and volunteer opportunities …

THE CORRECT DATES FOR 2020 Junior Programs are:

Opti-Kids:  Saturdays & Sundays; June 13-14 and June 20-21

Junior Week:  Monday, June 22-Friday, June 26.

Can we burn a few socks and drink some Dark 'n Stormies at your home?

Our Annual Bermuda High Party is the perfect way to cast off winter and plan for the 2020 sailing season.  It is traditionally held in the Richmond area where we rekindle friendships and introduce potential new members to FBYC.  

We've got the date--Saturday, March 14 2020--but need a "host home."  All you need to do is open your door to some happy sailors and we'll do all the rest:  Set-up, Food and …

The jetty is up and the new ramp concrete has been poured!

Please refrain from driving or stepping on the new ramp until the concrete has cured.

We expect the ramp to be ready for boat traffic in Mid-February.

Haywood Marine has begun work on the Fishing Bay Ramp.

We expect construction to last a number of weeks.

The ramp is closed and will not be available for use until construction is complete.  Please stay tuned for updates.

Happy New Year to all our members, Deltaville friends and Chesapeake sailors everywhere.  While we all take stock of 2019 and plan ahead for this new year, we remain grateful for our relationships forged under sail and for the exquisite bit of beauty we call Fishing Bay Yacht Club.

Looking ahead we can look forward to some new initiatives designed to develop our sailing skills and attract new members:

• A new "Learn to Cruise" seminar to better equip those who want to explore both near and far
• A "Safety at …

For the past nine years, many FBYC members have relied on the folks at Cafe By The Bay for breakfasts, lunches and welcoming smiles.  When we learned owners Debbie Wilhelm and Susan Smith were selling their business, many sailors were wondering where we would grab a great sandwich. 7 Eleven perhaps?  Well, perhaps no.

But the good news is that new owners will reopen after the first of the year.  And the goodwill that Debbie and Susan created all this time will continue.  The ladies say thank you to everyone …

This Week’s Update:
-  Fannie's House flooring demolition is underway.  Fannie's will be closed until the floors are complete in early January.  Please stay tuned for updates.
-  The Bathhouse is closed for the winter and water is shut off to the docks.  The Jackson Creek crane has been locked - please contact me if you need access in advance.  All Club power boats are being hauled and all Club sailing boats will be decommissioned.  
-  I will be onsite working limited hours during the off-season but can be available for appointments.  You …

This Week’s Update:
-  I hope everyone is doing well and has their holiday shopping (almost) done.
- Fannie's House will be closed for floor replacement starting December 12.  Please stay tuned for updates.
-  The Bathhouse is closed for the winter and water is shut off to the docks.  The Jackson Creek crane has been locked - please contact me if you need access in advance.  All Club power boats are being hauled and all Club sailing boats will be decommissioned.  
-  I will be onsite working limited hours during the off-season but …