Join us for this special, one-day regatta honoring our friend and longtime FBYC member, Jere Dennison.

This event is open to all boats 25 feet or less at the waterline and to skippers aged 60 and up. Crews can be any age. We welcome all classes—especially Flying Scots, Typhoons, Windmills, Mobjacks, ILCA, Front Runners, San Juan 21s, Melges, and any Classic boats. The older, the better. If you can sail it, we’ll score it.

Open to both FBYC members and non-members.

Trophies will be awarded to the top skippers in each class (age 60+), with a special Vintage Skipper Award for the top finisher aged 70+ in each class.

After the racing, stick around for the party and …

You only have 3 days left to register for the 3rd Annual Rescue Regatta, which takes place this weekend, July 25–26. We have 30 boats (and counting) signed up, but you don’t have to sail to join in the festivities. 

[Register here!] The registration deadline is 4pm Friday!

Don’t let this event escape you:

Yes! You can register to sail until Friday at 8pm via Regatta Network. Register now! 

Last day to eat…Monday JULY 14. Do you want to eat dinner at the event? The time is almost up to guarantee a dinner ticket.
Purchase a dinner ticket today. 

Looking for lunch on the course or for your support crew? Wednesday July 16 - last day to order lunch.
Purchase lunch now.

Join us at FBYC for this most excellent regatta.

Attention cruisers! This September 21–28, Ron Ricci will be leading an exciting cruise to Annapolis, with plans to extend the trip to Ditchley Cider Works on Dividing Creek and continue north from there.

To help with planning and marina reservations, Ron is asking for an indication of interest (not a firm commitment) by July 21.

If you’re considering joining the fun, please let him know soon! Click here for more info and to view the full cruise details or email Ron at Ron.Ricci@1968.usna.com

Let’s help Ron get a head count and make this a great trip!

The 3rd Annual Rescue Regatta sets sail July 25–26, and 15 boats are already on board (we expect to exceed 30+ boats from 2024 participation) to raise funds for the Middlesex County Volunteer Rescue Squad.  Well, and have a heck of a good time sailing and Parting!!

Who doesn't like a great regatta (and PARTY)--whether a cruising vessel or racing?  Chesapeake Bay--Racing--Party--Fund Raising?  LET'S GO!!!

Ready to race (and party) for a good cause? [Register here!]  *ONLINE STOREFRONT for Meals etc. vs. Registering your Yacht to Race.  Don't miss a slot for racing or dinner/party---register NOW!

Friday: Check-in starts at 4pm with a Skippers Meeting at 6pm and light bites and happy hour. *Gotta be a Racing …

This fun, one-day regatta is open to all sailors, members and non-members alike. If you’ve got a boat 25 feet or less at the waterline and a skipper age 60 or older, you’re good to go. Crew can be any age.

We welcome all classes of boats—Flying Scots, Typhoons, Windmills, Mobjacks, Lasers, Front Runners, San Juan 21s, Melges—and especially any Classic boat. The older the better! If you can sail it, we’ll score it.

There are trophies for every fleet with a special Vintage Skipper Award for the top skipper age 70 or older.

Come out for a great day of sailing, help us honor our friend Jere Dennison, and stick around for the post-race …

An Invitation from MYC:

Mathews Yacht Club, is having a Mix & Mingle event with live music from 5-7pm on Saturday, July 26th and FBYC is invited.

There will be drinks and appetizers available for purchase.  This is a great opportunity for our club members to meet and connect socially.

370 Yacht Club Road, Hudgins, VA

Please RSVP by email to clubmanager@mathewsyc.org.

If FBYC members would like to come by boat, please have them contact our fleetcaptain@mathewsyc.org

Sign up today to save!

On Fri, 7/4 please join us for the Annual Cookout to celebrate America’s birthday. We are stepping up our burger game this year with a special “burger bar” with upgraded toppings. MENU: burgers (& veggie burgers), hot dogs, baked beans, pasta salad, green salad, watermelon and brownies.

$8/ adult (price increases after 6/26) Beer and wine available in coolers. Order meal tickets here. Info about event here.

The racing will be a One Design “long distance” race. It’s a fun, casual race – any sailboat under 20’ long is welcome (no Optis though, due to the heat and distance).  See here for more info and to sign up.

Following a fabulous June week at Fishing Bay where over 175 juniors learned the love of sailing in small boats is one of FBYC’s major invitationals, the 86th Annual One Design Regatta, AOD.

Don’t miss these two days of One Design racing, fun and camaraderie! Join us at FBYC for our 86th AOD Regatta.  Share this fabulous event with your fellow one design sailors.

Register Now! https://www.regattanetwork.com/event/29067
More information on the event -  https://www.fbyc.net/events/2025/250719-onedesign-annual-one-design-regatta/

July 19-20, 2025 

AOD - Annual One Design Regatta
at Fishing 
Bay Yacht Club in Deltaville, Virigina



Not a One Design sailor? - We could use your help! The tasks are many and varied. Check the …

Get ready for Groovin’ Cruise 2025, a weekend of sailing fun, sandbar hangs, and live music. Led by John Koedel, this event blends relaxed sailing with good vibes and great company.

Saturday kicks off with a casual sail around the marks near FBYC A (Piankatank 5). It is not an official race, but let’s be honest, if two boats are going the same direction, it kind of is. After the sail, anchor or raft up in Jackson Creek and take your dinghy over to the sandbar. Bring your own drinks, snacks, floaties, and chill attitude. It is the perfect spot to relax and catch up with friends.

In the late afternoon, dinghy over to the Deltaville Maritime Museum via …

On Fri, 7/4 please join us for the Annual Cookout to celebrate America’s birthday. We are stepping up our burger game this year with a special “burger bar” with upgraded toppings. MENU: burgers (& veggie burgers), hot dogs, baked beans, pasta salad, green salad, watermelon and brownies.

$8/ adult (price increases after 6/26) Beer and wine available in coolers. Order meal tickets here. Info about event here.

The racing will be a One Design “long distance” race. It’s a fun, casual race – any sailboat under 20’ long is welcome (no Optis though, due to the heat and distance).  See here for more info and to sign up.

Whether you’re new to sailing or have years of experience, this hands-on clinic is a great way to sharpen your skills with personalized, in-boat coaching.

Want to try racing? You’ll have the option to sail with a coach or crew with an experienced skipper in the Sea Breeze Regatta—a relaxed, fun introduction to racing.

The day is tailored to your goals—whether that’s building confidence at the helm, picking up race tactics, or just enjoying time on the water.

Register today and set sail!

Want to be a Mentor to a new member joining the Club?

We need more mentors for the new members joining in 2025. Many thanks to the volunteers who have already agreed to be a mentor to the “Class of 2024” new members.

It’s been said that we are the “friendliest club on the Bay”. What an incredible compliment and let’s keep living up to it!

If you are excited to share your passion for sailing and help a new member get involved with the Club, the Membership Engagement chair would love to hear from you! Whether you have been a member for decades or just a few years and want to help someone get connected to our …

On Fri, 7/4 please join us for the Annual Cookout to celebrate America’s birthday. We are stepping up our burger game this year with a special “burger bar” with upgraded toppings. MENU: burgers (& veggie burgers), hot dogs, baked beans, pasta salad, green salad, watermelon and brownies.

$8/ adult (price increases after 6/26) Beer and wine available in coolers. Order meal tickets here. Info about event here.

The racing will be a One Design “long distance” race. It’s a fun, casual race – any sailboat under 20’ long is welcome (no Optis though, due to the heat and distance).  See here for more info and to sign up.

For the 8^th year running, ladies of FBYC, let’s gather and go sailing!

Members (only $10!) and non-members ($175)- choose Beginners Class and Racing Fundamentals Class.

A fun Spritzer social on Saturday afternoon.

As of today, the clinic is over half full. Save your spot today.

https://www.fbyc.net/events/2025/250712-training-womens-clinic/

Join us Saturday, June 28 for our Adult Sailing Clinic and Sea Breeze Regatta—your perfect opportunity to experience sailing, sharpen your skills, or try racing in a relaxed and fun atmosphere.

Enjoy personalized coaching tailored to your interests, from easy cruising to competitive racing. New sailors will gain confidence at the helm, while aspiring racers can team up with experienced skippers for hands-on racing experience.

Don’t miss out—register today and get ready for a fantastic day on the water!

Launch into summer at the 5th Annual Small Boat Festival, a full day of sailing, light racing, and all-around fun on the water. Whether you’re day sailing, cruising, or racing, there’s something for everyone—including in-boat coaching throughout the day.

It’s a great event for both beginners and seasoned sailors, with plenty of opportunities to build skills, meet fellow sailors, and enjoy the camaraderie. Stick around after sailing for a relaxed party with good vibes all around.

To help us plan both on and off the water, please register in advance. We can’t wait to see you out there!

Kick off summer at FBYC with the 5th Annual Small Boat Festival—a full day of sailing, light racing, and all-around fun on the water! Whether you’re a seasoned skipper or brand new to sailing, this event is the perfect way to sharpen your skills, meet other sailors, and just enjoy being out on the water.

We’ll offer in-boat coaching throughout the day, a great opportunity for beginners or anyone looking to tune up their technique in a low-pressure setting

Bring your own boat (under 19 feet)—M15, Flying Scot, ILCA, Sunfish, Hobie, or any fun, traditional small boat—and join a relaxed and welcoming crowd. Boats are available to members through the Club Boat Program.

All sailors …

Opening Day Regatta and Blessing of the Fleet 

Saturday, April 26, 2025 

A time-honored FBYC tradition,  the Blessing of the Fleet will be held at 5:30 pm.  The bar opens at 5 pm, followed by a fresh surf and turf-style menu at 6 pm! A live band, Second Wind, will be providing entertainment.  

Tickets should be purchased by Friday, April 18th. After this date, limited tickets may be available but are not guaranteed.

Click here to learn more, buy tickets, or sign up to volunteer!

Dinner Menu

Stationary Appetizers

• Classic Shrimp Cocktail
• Gluten Free
• Sherried Virginia Crab Dip
• Tropical Fruit Display
• Assorted Seasonal Fruits and Berries

Slider Station

• Bourbon & Brown Sugar Glazed Pork Loin sliced & served with …

Saturday, April 12 at FBYC, 12:00 - 2:00, Clubhouse

Interested or Curious about what Race Committee's do, and how YOU can participate this season??   Then this Race Committee 101 workshop is for you! !!!. This beginning seminar  is geared for the just curious,  those new to FBYC looking for a way to plug in, for racing crew members who want to rotate from racer to RC, or for those who want to get out on the water and watch a race unfold. 

Race Management Committee members will review the roles of folks on the Race Committee boats, who does what, and how you can participate. We'll then go to the NEW RC shed and show you around. Reps from the …