NOTE: Burrard Yacht Club cordially invites members to join them for the 2010 Olympics. To qualify you must reside on the vessel while it is moored at the club. No free days will be offered during the period. Moorage rates will be $2/foot/day and power will be $8 day (15 or 30 amp availability confirmed with reservation). $25 deposit for the gate key. There is no stay limit in place however please note that black water discharge is strictly prohibited and the club does not offer pumpout facilities, Depending upon temperatures potable water availability on docks may be limited. Moorage reservations required with prepayment by December 1st, 2009 with 50% cancellation fee applied for cancellations after January 1st, 2010. Please contact Burrard Yacht Club with further questions or to make moorage reservations.
Yacht clubs offering reciprocal privileges to CFSA members for the year 2009, are described below in three sections. These descriptions are now updated with yacht club websites and full moorage information, however, if you do not find the information you want in these pages, please check each club’s website – you may find it there. If you discover changes to a yacht club’s procedures, or wish to make any comments or suggestions regarding reciprocal privileges, please let us know at majendie36@shaw.ca. All yacht clubs require members to fly their burgees and carry an up-to-date membership card. Use on-board holding tanks or Clubhouse toilets at all times and please keep your pets on a leash (be sure to clean up all “accidents”).
The first section consists of BC yacht clubs. The second section consists of US yacht clubs in the San Juan Islands and Puget Sound areas. The third section consists of all other yacht clubs with which we have reciprocal arrangements.
A CFSA Annual is slated for production this year, but if you are planning a boating adventure and wish to take advantage of reciprocal moorage and have not received your Annual, print this listing and take it with you. It is available in PDF format. Download Reciprocals-BC and/or Reciprocals-San Juan Islands & Puget Sound.
We wish you fair winds and following seas in your travels.
SECTION A – BC Yacht Clubs
Airport Yacht Club – Located in Vancouver Marina on the north side of the Middle Arm Bridge, therefore the bridge does not need to open. Club House is a floating facility located on the East side of the river. One night’s moorage with free power to a maximum vessel length of 45 feet. Dock availability is in the absence of members’ boats and a call at least one week in advance will ensure space is available. Contact Antonia Hurtado, 604-817-0264, e-mail hurcoll@gmail.com; Bob Gautschi, 604-250-1804, e-mail abgautschi@shaw.ca; or Neil McClelland, 604-880-7433, e-mail bulldog@bulldogbag.com. Amenities include Boat House Restaurant with heated deck, short walking distance to shopping, transit system two minutes away, close to Vancouver International Airport, full marine services available nearby. http://www.vancouvermarina.com/
Burrard Yacht Club – on the north shore of Vancouver Harbour just past the Seaspan barge storage area (49º18.758N and 123º05.579W). First 48 hours free, then $1/ft/day. 7 days maximum in one year. Power (30-amp, $4/day), water and telephones on floats. Toilets, showers, laundry and ice in clubhouse. Garbage bins in parking lot. Walking distance to Lonsdale Quay and Seabus to Vancouver. Restaurants, shopping mall and transit service nearby. Register at floating workshop or office. http://burrardyachtclub.com/
Campbell River Yacht Club – located in Pacific Playgrounds Marina, adjacent to (and immediately south of) Oyster River estuary. Watch channel markers, the depth is shallowest by the outermost post. You will need a tide of a minimum 5 ft for a boat with a draft of 4.5 ft. Tide reference table is Mittlenatch Island. The channel is narrow and exposed to southeast winds. Do NOT attempt passage during high swells or winds. First come first served basis. Limited to boats of 34 feet or less between slips 275 and 281 on finger “J” (first to port when entering marina – 5 spaces); larger vessels may sometimes be accommodated when space is available at the marina – check with marina office. Tie up at one of the available spaces and then register at the marina office. 15-amp power $2 per day. Fuel, water, minor groceries, confectionary, fishing tackle, coin operated showers and laundry, tennis court and swimming pool. Nine-hole golf course adjacent to marina. Call ahead for availability 250-337-5600. First 48 hours free, then additional days at seasonal rates. Limit of two visits per year based on availability. Deposit of $5 for gate key. All amenities within walking distance. http://www.cryc.ca/
Capital City Yacht Club – located in the southwestern portion of Blue Heron Basin, in western end of Tsehum Harbor. Follow the dredged channel carefully to visitors’ dock “A”, (48º40.33N and 123º25.1W), painted red. Register at head of dock where “Club Members’ Sign Out Log” is posted in the Visitor’s Kiosk. Note which berths are vacant, pick one, enter your name, the name of your vessel, total overall length and date of arrival in the Visitor’s List and move to this berth as Visitors’ Docking must be cleared as quickly as possible. Pick up a gate key (FOB) at main gate (Visitor’s Kiosk) and return it when leaving. First 48 hours free then $.50 per foot. Power ($3 per day) and water available on docks. Place correct Canadian Funds in cash in envelope provided at Visitor’s Kiosk and place in Payment Deposit Box. No reciprocal moorage for boats over 50 feet in overall length or 14.5 feet in beam. Due to construction of new clubhouse no usual land-based amenities available for 2009 boating season (showers, washrooms). Walk to shopping in Sidney – transit service to Sidney and Victoria available. http://www.ccyc.ca/
CFSA 19 Wing Comox – on Goose spit in Comox Harbour. Berths available only on south side of main float at HMCS Quadra September to June. No charge for moorage, water or power. CFSA clubhouse on Goose Spit is not manned by paid staff and is only open when members are present. All normal facilities are available in Comox. Contact the Foreshore Chairman – Ray Uhl at 250-339-0454 for additional information and up-to-date berthing information.
Crescent Beach Yacht Club – located in Crescent Beach Marina. Call Marina Office at 604-538-9666 or on VHF channel 66, identify yourself, your Club and your boat and advise them you have reciprocal with CBYC. They will advise if slips are available. When approaching bridge, if same is closed call bridge operator on VHF channel 66 or give 3 blasts on horn to have bridge opened. 2 days free moorage.15 and 30-amp power and water available at docks. Facilities include washrooms, showers, laundry, fuel and chandlery. Restaurants and convenience stores within a 15 minute walk. Clubhouse is open Thursday through Sunday. http://cbyc.info/
Deep Cove Yacht Club – situated in public park at head of Deep Cove in Indian Arm, which marks eastern boundary of Vancouver’s north shore. Reciprocal moorage on outer face and ends of seaward float. Power ($3 per day for 15 amps) and water on floats. Washrooms and showers in clubhouse. First 48 hours free – register with custodian in lower level of clubhouse or call ahead at 604-929-1009 and leave your name, club affiliation, length of vessel, arrival and departure days and contact number. Someone will call you back. Restaurant, shops and bus transportation within 10 minute walk. Licensed dining room and bar in Yacht Club – must register for meal a day in advance. Nice base for exploring Indian Arm. Very limited space for boats over 35′. http://www.deepcoveyc.com/
False Creek Yacht Club – under Burrard Street Bridge across False Creek from Granville Island. Register with Vancouver Boating Welcome Centre at 604-868-4275 or use VHF channel 66A. Two slips available on first-come, first-served basis. First 24 hours free, then $1.25 foot/day, utilities included. Restrooms, showers and laundry facilities available – laundry tokens can be purchased from the Welcome Centre or FCYC Office. Deposit of $50 for marina key. WiFi available for $3/day – free WiFi in Lounge. Pump-out station available for $10 fee. False Creek Yacht Club offers dynamic menu and full bar. Check website for opening hours. Short walk to Granville Island ferry and its fascinating shops and other attractions. http://www.fcyc.com
International Yacht Club of BC – moorage at Drayton Harbor, Blaine, Washington – Yacht Club address is White Rock, BC. One night free, maximum 2 nights per year. First come first served. Entrance to marina marked by red triangle to port. Sign also points to transient float in front of office. Contact harbor office on VHF 68 and register reciprocal moorage with Harbor Master. Must clear customs if entering from or returning to Canada (Customs Office located in Semiahmoo Bay). Power, water, showers, laundry, fuel, and pump out. Also chandlery, haul out, mechanical and electrical repairs, hardware, restaurants, bars and groceries. http://www.iycbc.ca/
Kelowna Yacht Club – Located in downtown Kelowna. See website. http://www.kelownayachtclub.com/
Ladner Yacht Club – on Fraser River in historic Ladner Village, 10 miles east of Sand Heads Lighthouse at 49°05.7 N, 123°05.0W. Enter the South Arm of Fraser River (near high tide) to right of the Sand Heads Lighthouse. Proceed upriver parallel to Steveston Jetty (keep to the right near the line of red buoys since ships and barges use this channel). After right bend you will see small entrance to Steveston Harbour on left. Continue upstream in main channel, past Reifel Bird Sanctuary, diverging right at Woodward Jetty. Follow Sea Reach easterly, past Canoe Pass with its swing bridge on the right. Continue past fish plants and float homes. Keep right to enter Ladner Slough and pass between marinas. As the channel gets narrow at the public dock, keep going to the end. Depth alongside is 5 feet at zero tide. First 48 hrs free then 20 cents per ft for a maximum one week stay. 15-amp power. Other facilities include garbage, marina supplies, water and washrooms in clubhouse. Within short walking distance of restaurants, pubs and shopping centres. And more. If you’re planning a visit see looseleaf book in bar for pamphlets. Contact Security Coordinator at 604-946-4056 in advance of arrival to make moorage arrangements. http://www.ladneryachtclub.ca/
Ladysmith Yacht Club – Located at Ladysmith Marina with reciprocal moorage on dock along easterly side of Yacht Club building. Use dock area painted green (100′). Two consecutive nights in 21 days. No extended stays during peak season. 15-amp power and city water. Invitation to use club decks and BBQs. During on shore renovations, showers and washrooms may not be available. Self registration box with forms on outside of clubhouse, adjacent to main door. Register immediately, leave “club copy” of form in box and display “visitor copy” on boat. Ladysmith Yacht Club channel 66 (frequently manned on a volunteer basis) or phone John Craig at 250-245-4578. http://www.ladysmithyc.bc.ca/
Maple Bay Yacht Club – in Maple Bay. Berthing available on outside of main float on a first come basis. Inside berthing may be arranged with Dockmaster as available. First 24 hours free twice a year then $.50 per foot per day. All reciprocals charged $5 per night service fee which covers power, showers, garbage, water and wireless internet access. Washrooms and showers in the clubhouse which is open daily with full bar. Ice, garbage disposal and pay phone available on foreshore. Pub, restaurant, laundromat, limited groceries and boating supplies a short walk away in Birdseye Cove. Haul-out and repair facilities also available in Birdseye Cove. Register at bar or with Dockmaster from 2-5 pm. Reciprocal moorage not available July 1 and Labour Day weekend. Call Dockmaster at 250-710-4521 for docking arrangements. http://www.mbyc.bc.ca/index.htm
Nanaimo Yacht Club – Summer moorage (April 15 to October 15) on a first come first served basis is restricted to “K” and “L” docks. 400 ft outside east and south breakwater. First 24 hours free. Limit of 5 days per month June 1 to September 30. Water and power (30-amp at $5/day) available at berths. Showers, restrooms, laundry, ice and book exchange at clubhouse. Register at clubhouse between 8 am and 5 pm and get entry card to gate ($20 deposit). Shopping short distance away. Transit busses, taxi and rental cars available. http://www.nanaimoyc.ca/
Richmond Yacht Club – Middle Arm of the Fraser River. Enter North Arm at Point Grey, go 6 miles to starboard just past Chevron fuel dock. Pass under bridge and go 1 mile. 50-foot dock on outside of boat shed, 30 foot dock on the inside (holds 2 boats approx). First come first served. No rafting. Register with Garret Weir aboard Sequin at foot of ramp (sequin49@hotmail.com). Vacant member slips sometimes available. First 3 days free. Water and 15-amp power available at $2/day. Major shopping centres and the city of Richmond are within walking distance. Restaurant and lounge close by. Telephone: 604-230-2348. http://www.richmondyachtclub.ca/
Royal City Yacht Club – Located on the South Arm of Fraser River in Ladner. 100 feet (30M) of visitor moorage at Captain’s Cove Marina on the Deas Slough, 9 miles from open ocean. Marina monitors VHF channel 72 or call 604-946-1244. First 24 hours free. 30-amp power. Alternate visitor berths at Royal City Marina – advance reservations – call 604-515-1980. 15 or 30-amp power. No showers or washrooms at either location. http://www.royalcityyachtclub.com/
Royal Vancouver Yacht Club – Reciprocal moorage available at two marinas in Vancouver – Jericho very limited, Coal Harbour (49º16.32N and 123º 11.12W) is the preferred location. Moorage subject to availability. Must call ahead. (Jericho, Mark Montrose – 604-224-1033; Coal Harbour, Marcus D’Aubin – 604-688-4578). 30/50-amp power, showers, water, phone, garbage, ice. Daily services fee $5. Dining facilities available in both locations – check with office on dress attire. http://www.royalvan.com/
Royal Victoria Yacht Club – on west side of Cadboro Bay. Guest moorage on “V” float. Visitors may be assigned other vacant berths. CFSA members entitled to Full Reciprocal Privileges. Two days free up to four nights monthly to a maximum of 14 days per year, then $0.75 per foot per day. Power (15-amp, $3/day) and water available on float, showers, washrooms, laundry and ice available in the Foreshore building. WiFi access available at no extra charge. Check in with the Foreshore Office or bar staff on VHF Channel 9 or 250-592-3433 Monday to Friday, 8 am to 8 pm weekdays and 8 am to 4:30 pm on weekends (Foreshore Office). $10 deposit is required for access key. No reciprocal moorage April 24/25, May 23/24 or September 11/12. http://www.rvyc.bc.ca/
Saltspring Island Sailing Club – in Ganges Harbour, approximately 1 mile SE of the town of Ganges. 600 feet outside “visitor” dock. Free moorage limited to two non-consecutive (1 night free per visit) 24-hour periods per year then $.50 per foot per day. 15-amp power at $5 per day per cord and water (please conserve – no boat washing) available on docks. Vacant members’ berths may be assigned. Do not self-assign. Tie up to outside docks until Wharfinger’s arrival. Showers ($2 in Shower Donation Box located in washrooms) and washrooms in the clubhouse but no garbage disposal. Reciprocal not available May 15 – 17. Moorage space limited June 5, 6, 7 and July 3, 4 and 5. All boats must have insurance coverage of $1 million. Walk or dinghy to Ganges for shopping. http://www.saltspringsailing.ca/
Schooner Cove Yacht Club – at Fairwinds Schooner Cove Resort in Nanoose Bay (49º17.28N and 124º07.90W). From south there is easy access between Winchelseas and Maude, Southey and Ruth Islands. Check charts for Whiskey Gulf torpedo test range and contact “Winchelsea Island Control” on VHF channel 10 or 16, or toll free at 1-888-221-1011 for active times. From north locate Schooner Reef on chart. The light is on southernmost of rocks. More rocks lie up-island from light. When entering Marina favour breakwater side of entrance to avoid drying rock on starboard side of entrance. Keep the red marker buoy to starboard after entering. First 24 hours free then $1.10/ft. Two non-consecutive nights per calendar year. 150 ft of reciprocal moorage on floats B, C and D and any vacant member slips. Check in with marina office for slip assignment and sign moorage book. Showers, bar, pub and coffee shop at marina. Power ($5) and water at berths. Marina staff can be reached on VHF channel 66A or 1-800-663-7060 (250-468-5364). http://www.scyc.ca/
Sidney North Saanich Yacht Club – 260 feet of dock space in Tsehum Harbour (48º40.4N and 123º24.3W) on first come first served basis. Rafting required to 2 boats deep. Two nights every 4 weeks. Water and 15-amp power ($3 per day) available on float. Showers $1 coin for 5 minutes in clubhouse 24 hours/day. Obtain gate key and washroom code from bar when signing in. $25 charge for missing keys. Dock closures March 27 to 29, May 2, September 11-13, September 13-October 4. Check website for east side and south end closures. Dining room open Wednesday thru Sunday at 5:30 pm – reservations recommended. Free internet access in clubhouse. http://www.snsyc.ca/
Silva Bay Yacht Club – in Silva Bay at Pages Resort and Marina (49º08.899N and 123º41.807W). Guest dock is 46 feet and clearly marked with SBYC signage. Extra slips may be available when members absent. Two days free per month (except Friday and Saturday). Electrical service $3.50/day – auxiliary power units to be used between 8 am and 9 pm only. Water may be rationed due to water shortage on Gabriola Island. Showers, toilets, laundry and garbage at head of dock. Register at Marina Office – 250-247-8931. http://www.silvabayyachtclub.com/
Squamish Yacht Club – in commercial channel at Squamish at the head of Howe Sound. Call ahead to Port Captain Les Smith at 604-898-4101 to ensure space is available. First 48 hours free. 15-amp power ($2.50/day) and water on floats. Washrooms in clubhouse. Short walk to town with all normal facilities. Careful attention to chart for approach to club as area is shallow and often very busy commercially. http://www.squamishyachtclub.com/
Vancouver Rowing Club – in Stanley Park at the northwest end of Coal Harbour. Visitors’ moorage is next to clubhouse and mast crane. Register with Office staff on second floor at front of building. Visitors are usually shifted to members’ vacant berths. Water and 20-amp power ($3 per day) available on floats and washrooms, showers, ice and bar facilities, refreshments available at clubhouse. First 2 days free then $0.75 per foot per day. A refundable deposit of $50 is required for moorage gate key and club access card (electronic). Dock space is limited so call ahead to 604-687-3400 to verify space is available. All amenities within walking distance. http://www.vancouverrowingclub.ca/
West Vancouver Yacht Club – in Fisherman’s Cove in West Vancouver (49º21.26N and 123º16.16W). First two days free but space is limited so call ahead 604-921-7575. Tie up at the dinghy float (outer section “A”) or at the Emergency float (inside “C” section) and report to office in the main Clubhouse.15-amp power ($2.50/day) and water on floats. Showers, toilets, ice, telephones and access to the Clubhouse, food and beverage services available. $20 returnable deposit on gate key. Esso fuel dock at entrance to Fisherman’s Cove. Marine store, shipyard, travel lift and boat hoist. Bus transportation in both directions on Marine Drive. http://www.wvyc.bc.ca/index.html
SECTION B – US Yacht Clubs (San Juan Islands and Puget Sound)
Anacortes Yacht Club – at Cap Sante Marina in Anacortes. Limited reciprocal moorage October through April. Check with Cap Sante Harbormaster. Free moorage between April 15 and October 15 limited to 2 consecutive nights within 30-day period. Max 6 nights per year. 2 reciprocal slips located in NE corner of marina – slips Q-13 and P-19. Check-out time is noon. Power, 30-amp at $4 per day. Water available at berths. Contact marina after 8 am on the day of arrival on channel 66A or at 360-293-0694 for reciprocal berths or same day reservations, then register with marina staff on arrival. Clubhouse located at northeast end of Boat Haven, near P and Q docks. Open Friday nights 5:30 to 8:30 pm for cocktail hour. http://www.anacortesyachtclub.org/
Bellingham Yacht Club – in Squalicum Harbor. First 24 hours free at dock directly in front of clubhouse. Power is $3 per day for 30 and 20-amp outlets and water is available on dock. All normal facilities including showers, washrooms and laundry. Restaurants and chandleries nearby. Club open 5-9 pm, Wednesday to Friday. Phone: 360-733-7390. http://www.byc.org/
Bremerton Yacht Club – in Phinney Bay on south side of Port Washington Narrows which connects to Puget Sound (N47º35.29, W122º39.75). About 250 feet of dock with 30-amp power and water. Guest moorage is located between the three strings of covered moorage against the west side of the north-south running dock. Register with Facilities Manager/Caretaker at clubhouse and show current membership card. If Clubhouse closed, register the first morning open. Gate key deposit is $5 and power is $1 per day per cord. All auxiliary equipment should be off between 8 am and 10 pm unless departing. First 3 days free, two weeks per calendar year. Phone: 360-479-2662. http://bremertonyachtclub.org/home.html
Brownsville Yacht Club – at the Port of Brownsville Marina. Limited to two days per calendar month and no more than four days per calendar year. 90 feet of breakwater guest moorage available. Rafting not permitted. First come first serve basis. 30-amp power fee paid at the Port Office. Water on docks. Register at marina office on arrival with valid membership card. www.portofbrownsville.org/tenants/bvyachtclub/bvyc_iframe.html
Camano Island Yacht Club – Located on Saratoga Passage on the northwest side of Camano Island, east of Oak Harbour. Clubhouse with kitchen and bar, barbecue, picnic area and three mooring buoys. Dinghy float from May to September provides loading and unloading. Brunch served in clubhouse on second Sunday of each month from 9 am to noon. Call Kath Bakken, Rear Commodore, 360-387-2444 for buoy reservations and further information. No website.
Corinthian Yacht Club of Bellingham – Located at the east entrance of Squalicum Harbor. Proceed past Marina Restaurant (on starboard). Bow is pointed to “O” dock. At the west end of this dock is sign directing you to CYC’s reciprocal slips. Guest moorage availability is limited to Corinthian members vacating their berth. First day free after which you are required to move to visitor’s dock. Phone: 360-384-6731. http://www.cycbellingham.org/
Corinthian Yacht Club of Seattle – Moorage at head of “S” dock in Shilshole Bay Marina. 48 hours free on first come, first served basis. If reciprocal moorage occupied, two nights’ moorage is available on “J “dock, to the south of club house. Electricity extra. Restrooms, laundry and shower facilities available and chandleries and restaurants nearby. Public transportation to downtown Seattle. Call ahead for more information to Charlie Fawcett at 206-789-1919 during office hours (12 noon to 5 pm Mon, Wed, Thurs and Fri). http://www.cycseattle.org/
Corinthian Yacht Club of Tacoma – in Tyee Marina on the northeast side of Commencement Bay, about one mile south of Browns Point. Marina coordinates are 47º 17.70N, 122º25.00W. Moorage slip is the end tie on the 600’s dock. For assistance contact Steve Hucke at stevehucke@comcast.net or the Tyee Marina Office between 10 am and 4:30 pm at 253-383-5321. Moorage limited to 48 hours. Reciprocal moorage is also available but not guaranteed at Dock Street Marina (in front of Glass Museum). Reservations can be made in advance at 253-572-2524. Guests must submit paid receipt along with copy of current membership card directly to the Yacht Club for reimbursement. CYCT address is 5624 Marine View Drive, Tacoma, WA 98422. Moorage only. Power will not be reimbursed. http://www.cyct.com/
Duwamish Yacht Club - located on Duwamish River, 45 minutes up river from Elliot Bay, 1/2 mile past 14th Avenue Bridge. “Normally raised” train bridge in first half mile. Listen to channel 14 for broadcast of impending closure and time delay. Two more bridges further up river with center clearances of 32 and 14 feet. Request opening via horn signal if necessary. Enter at incoming tide to cancel river current. Current can be significant after heavy rain on outgoing tide. One 45-foot side-up tie available at end of “B” dock, adjacent to pumpout. 30-amp power ($3 night) and water on docks. To register visit registration kiosk at head of reciprocal dock where a dock/main gate/clubhouse and pumpout key is located. Check sign-up sheet for available member slips. Small clubhouse contains restrooms, showers and laundry. Grocery store, casino, several restaurants within walking distance. Bus stop at 9114-14th Avenue South to Safeco Field, Space Needle or Pike Place Market. http://www.seattle.com/duwamish-yacht-club-b539141; http://www.kingcounty.gov/
Fidalgo Yacht Club – in Cap Sante Boat Haven in Anacortes. 1 berth for yachts from May 15 to September 15 in slip Q10 (48º30.9N and 122º 36.3W) and another in Q8 (June 15 to September 15). From September 15 through May 15 reciprocal moorage limited. 2 consecutive nights free in a 30-day period per boat with maximum 6 days per year. Register with Harbormaster (7 am to 5 pm) on channel 66 (US mode) or by telephone, 360-293-0694. Same-day reservations encouraged. 30-amp power at $4 per day and water on floats. Restrooms, showers and laundry next to Harbormaster’s office. http://www.fidalgoyachtclub.org/
Flounder Bay Yacht Club – in Skyline Marina in Anacortes. First day free then $10/day (including power). Visits limited to 5 days per year. 30-amp power at $3 per day and water on docks. Clubhouse available for use – full galley, dining area, WiFi, TV, gas bbqs. See Dockmaster for use of clubhouse. Restrooms, showers and laundry at head of dock. http://www.fbyc.com/
Gig Harbor Yacht Club – at Peninsula Yacht Basin Marina at head of Gig Harbor, east of Anthony’s Restaurant (47º20N, 122º35W). Rafting permitted. First 48 hours free at 80-foot guest dock. Water and power available on docks. Shower, restroom behind office. Check chalkbook next to office for available slips if reciprocal moorage full. Registration at marina office – if closed registration slips in metal box on office windowsill. Shopping within walking distance - Costco store and mall short bus ride away. NOTE: Shallow entrance to reciprocal moorage at low tide. Be sure to keep an eye on your Depth Sounder. http://www.gigharboryc.com/
International Yacht Club of BC - moorage at Drayton Harbor, Blaine, Washington. One night free, maximum 2 nights per year. First come first served. Entrance to marina marked by red triangle to port. Sign also points to transient float in front of office. Contact harbor office on VHF 68 and register reciprocal moorage with Harbor Master. Must clear customs if entering from or returning to Canada (Customs clearance at Semiahmoo Bay). Power, water, showers, laundry, fuel, and pump out. Also chandlery, haul out, mechanical and electrical repairs, hardware, restaurants, bars and groceries. http://www.iycbc.ca/
Kingston Cove Yacht Club – in Port of Kingston Marina. Two 50-foot berths at head of guest dock available. $4 per day facilities fee, then 30¢/ft for up to 3 nights. Showers, washrooms, ferry to Edmonds. Register at Port office. Gift shop located in Port Office. Small town amenities – great grocery store. An electric car is available to users of the marina on a first-come, first-served basis. Free WiFi. Clubhouse is 360-638-1067. http://kcyc.org/
Milltown Sailing Association – at Port of Everett Marina on south visitor dock in front if Anthony’s Restaurant and also directly north on pier next to old Everett Yacht Club building and in front of gas dock. Check in with Marina Office and advise you are a reciprocal guest of Milltown Sailing Association. 2 spots available/day. 2 day limit once per month. Power available. 425-259-6001. http://www.ussailing.net/MSA/
Navy Yacht Club – at Port of Everett Marina. 2 slips available. 48 consecutive hours moorage, one visit per month. Moorage assigned on a first come, first served basis by Dock Master at 425-259-6001 or VHF channel 16. Gas, diesel and waste pump-out available at fuel dock. Washrooms, showers, laundry, portapotty dump station nearby. Restaurants, marine supplies and maintenance facilities. http://www.nyceinfo.org/
Oak Harbor Yacht Club – in Oak Harbor Marina. 2 berths, Nos. F-50 and F-51 available May 15 to September 1. 30-amp electricity and moorage free for 48 hours. Water and pump-out on F dock. Restrooms, showers and laundry at marina building. Club open Wednesday to Saturday, hours posted. Register at Harbourmaster office. Bus transportation from marina. Great shopping. Friday hamburger night ($3.50) - bring potluck dish. http://www.ohyc.org/
Olympia Yacht Club – at extreme south end of Budd Inlet, adjacent to City of Olympia’s Percival Landing in Olympia. About 160 feet of dock closest to clubhouse is designated guest moorage. First 2 days free. Limit of 5 days in one-year period. Power at $3 per day and water on docks. Tie up to guest dock and fill out registration form at kiosk. Located next to downtown Olympia with groceries, restaurants, marine services and shopping. State Capital within walking distance. On bus routes for great sightseeing adventures. Caretaker: 360-357-6767. http://www.olympiayachtclub.org/
Orcas Island Yacht Club – in West Sound, Orcas Island. First 2 days free. 200 feet of unattended dock without power or water. Yellow zone on east side of dock reserved for OIYC members. Lock code to showers and restrooms are available from Dave or Sam at Bar in CFSA. Covered picnic shelter with large bbq and sink/clean up area. Walking, hiking. Restaurant but no stores within walking distance. http://www.oiyc.org/
Pleasant Harbor Yacht Club – located on the Hood Canal 2.7 miles south of Brinnon (47º39.70N and 122º54.80W). First 48 hours free on a ‘first come’ basis, then at posted moorage rates. Guest moorage on south side of “J” dock (end tie, outside), but may be assigned to vacant PHYC berths if reciprocal moorage is occupied by paying guests. Facilities include 30 and 50-amp power, water, washrooms, showers, laundry, pump-out, garbage and re-cycle (cardboard), swimming pool, hot tub, marina store, deli and fuel. Liquor store, restaurant, grocery and small shops in Brinnon. Call the marina office VHF channel 16 or 9. www.pleasantharboryc.net
Point Roberts Yacht Club – at Point Roberts Marina. 2 slips, first 48 hours free after which moorage will be charged at $1 per day. 30-amp power at $5 per day and water at slips. One stay in 30-day period. Showers, fuel, laundry, pump-out facilities. Full service boat yard, chandlery and restaurant/pub available at marina. Prior to arriving contact Marina on VHF 66A or telephone 350-945-2255 and identify which club you are representing and that you wish reciprocal with Point Roberts Yacht Club. They will direct you to a slip. For boats greater than 32″ call marina ahead for availability. Marina hours Monday – Saturday 9 am to 4 pm; Sundays 10 am to 4 pm. If marina staff unavailable call security at 360-945-2166. http://www.pointrobertsmarina.com/ and http://www.pryc.net/clubinfo.html
Port Angeles Yacht Club – in Port Angeles Boat Haven. Use guest docks as Yacht Club does not have club docks. Reimbursement for up to two nights moorage (limit $25 per night) if copy of bill for Port Angeles Boat Haven and copy of your current membership card is submitted by mail (PAYC, PO Box 692, Port Angeles, WA 98362). Limit 2 boats per day (first come, first served), 3 nights per year per boat. Power – 15 and 20-amp – and water on docks. Register with Harbormaster or call Marina at 360-457-4505. All normal facilities available at marina and within walking distance of city. Rent a car and visit Hurricane Ridge – it’s well worth the expense! Customs clearance available. http://www.waggonerguide.com/poe.html. http://www.payc.org/ www.portofpa.com
Port Hadlock Yacht Club – in Port Hadlock. 2 mooring buoys at east end of mooring field north of The Old Alcohol Plant. First three days free. 2 slips at Port Hadlock Marina also available – first day free. For latter, register with the marina manager. Water and power at $3 per day available at slips. All usual facilities of marina and small town available. No website available. GPS location to be clarified in June 2009.
Port Ludlow Yacht Club – at Resort of Ludlow Bay. 80 feet of dock space on inside of first float at east end of Resort at Ludlow Bay Marina. Space boats closely to maximize use of dock space. First come first served. First 2 days free per month. 30 and 50-amp power. Free WiFi. Showers, washrooms, laundry, pumpout, porta-potty dump and store available at marina. Shuttle to 27-hole golf course. On bus route for grocery shopping at Port Townsend, Port Hadlock. Check in at Marina office, 360-437-0513. Marina monitors VHF channel 16. Call Randy Duhon at 360-437-7823 (randyduhon@hotmail.com) for questions or concerns. http://www.plyc.us/
Port Madison Yacht Club – North end of Bainbridge Island in Port Madison. Yacht club docks are immediately west of the Seattle YC out-station. To reach the guest dock pass around the west end of docks to the long dock (100 ft) on the inside of the finger piers. Caution – check depth. Best to go in near or at high tide as entry shallow. Clubhouse with kitchen and restrooms (no showers). Limited to 15-amp power – no overnight plug in. In residential area so there are no nearby shops or restaurants, but very friendly yacht club. http://www.portmadisonyc.org/
Port Orchard Yacht Club – Lies on the south side of the westerly Puget Sound waterway known as Sinclair Inlet across from Bremerton Naval shipyard (47º32.25N and 112º38.45N). The 388 ft of guest dock is on the outside of the POYC northern float and is indicated by yellow signs. Overflow might be accommodated in vacant member slips by assignment only. Registration is located on “M” dock. Facilities include 30-amp power at $3 per day, water, garbage, pump-out, restrooms, showers, telephone and ice at $1 per bag. Normal small town facilities are located nearby. First 3 days free, then $5 per day with permission of POYC officers to a total of 14 days. Join in club activities or functions. Contact 253-857-0282 for further information – http://www.poyc.org/
Port Townsend Yacht Club – 2 berths in Port Townsend Yacht Haven. One is slip 281 on D dock (available year round), other slip from June through August assigned by moorage office. In no case shall a boat remain in Reciprocal moorage for 2 consecutive nights. Sign guest book located inside small dock stand at slip 281. First 24 hours free. One night only May – September. Water and power (30-amps at $3/night) available at slips. Grocery shopping (Safeway), restrooms, showers, laundromat, phones and other amenities near docks. Pump-out station is located at the fuel dock. Shopping in Port Townsend within waking distance. Register with the Yacht Haven moorage office 360-385-2355 or on VHF channel 9. Check out is noon. http://www.porttownsendyachtclub.org/
Poulsbo Yacht Club – PYC reciprocal moorage is available in the second marina on your starboard side as you enter Liberty Bay (47º43.6N and 122º38.3W). 225 ft on inside of breakwater (visitors’ moorage painted blue) on a first-come first served basis. First 48 hours free per calendar quarter (two 48 hour visits must be interrupted by a minimum of 48 hours). Space boats closely to allow maximum moorage. Power (30 amps – $3 per day) and water on visitors’ float-book exchange, laundry, washrooms and showers in clubhouse. Pump-out available – best at high tide. Register at visitors’ kiosk at east end of reciprocal float A great place for exploring Poulsbo with its Norwegian background. All normal town services and supplies available, including library with WiFi.. http://www.membermanager.net/poulsboyc/
Quartermaster Yacht Club – on the southwest side of inner Quartermaster Harbor (47º23.62N and 122º27.84W). Reciprocal moorage is on the east side of the float closest to shore and is approached from the south side of the facility. Use caution at low tide. First 48 hours free. Power (30-amp at $4/day) and water on float. There is no garbage disposal. Washrooms in clubhouse. General store within walking distance. Shopping at northern end of Vashon Island, near ferry terminal, is accessible by bus Monday thru Saturday. Clubhouse: 206- 463-3309. Caretaker – Glenn McCormick on “SARA” at Bo6. http://www.qyc1.org/qycweb/index.htm
Queen City Yacht Club – at west side of south shore of Portage Bay between Lake Union and Lake Washington. Guest moorage is 150 feet on the south side of dock 3 with 4-6 feet of water alongside. Rafting is encouraged. Free moorage for up to five days per calendar month with $4 utility fee per night. Water and 30-amp power on docks. Showers, restrooms, laundry and meals available in clubhouse. Public transit bus to Seattle shops at entrance to club. Club phone: 206-709-2000.Contact to arrange overnight moorage, cruises or to answer any questions. E-mail queencity@queencity.org. http://www.queencity.org/
Roche Harbor Yacht Club – 2 vessels at the new downtown Bremerton Marina, below Anthony’s Restaurant. First 24 hours free up to a maximum of 40 feet, although marina can accommodate up to 100-foot vessels. (One night in 7 consecutive day period per vessel and two nights per vessel per month). Power extra, as well as moorage over 40 feet. Rest rooms, showers and laundry facilities adjacent to Harbormaster’s office. Check in with Harbormaster – VHF channel 66A or 360-373-1035 – and at the office upon arrival to pay for power and confirm slip assignment. Near bus transit to malls and ferry terminal to Port Orchard and Bremerton. For further information email Rear Commodore Liz Dodge at rearcommodore@rhyc.org or call 296-542-9160. http://www.rhyc.org/
San Juan Island Yacht Club - at Port of Friday Harbor. 80 feet of lineal reciprocal moorage at end of “F” dock (48º32.178N and 123º01.011W). First 24 hours free – allowed a maximum of 2 consecutive nights during any 30-day period. Rafting up to 3 boats deep permitted. 30-amp power and water available on dock. Showers and restrooms in port office building. Register with Port office at head of main dock and pay there for power. All usual yacht club, marina and small town facilities available. New modern washrooms halfway between moorage and office. Club phone 360-378-3434. Customs clearance available. (http://www.waggonerguide.com/poe.html). http://www.sjiyc.com/
Seattle Singles Yacht Club – Up to two nights free/per 30 days/per boat at Shilshole Marina (47º41.300N and 12º24.300W). Use north entrance. No more than two boats per club per visit. Boats must pay Shilshole Marina and forward receipts to Seattle Singles Yacht Club, 432-2442 N.W. Market Street, Seattle, Washington 98107 for reimbursement. http://www.seattlesinglesyachtclub.com/ ;
http://www.portseattle.org/seaport/marinas/shilshole/
Seattle Yacht Club – Located through locks from Puget Sound to freshwater, follow canal to Portage Bay between Lake Washington and Lake Union, north of I-520 floating bridge, southeast finger of pier 2 (47º38.43N and 122º18.43W). Two nights free per calendar year. 30-amp power and water at berths with showers, restaurant and lounge at clubhouse. For dining hours and appropriate attire check with manager at clubhouse, 2nd floor, when registering. Further information: 206-325-1000. http://www.seattleyachtclub.org/.
Semiahmoo Yacht Club - Located at Semiahoo Marina, across from Blaine, Washington, on the south side of the entrance to Drayton Harbor and on the north end of the sand spit that forms the SW side of the harbor. Beautiful views of Mt. Baker. 75 feet of reciprocal moorage on main dock marked with a blue stripe. First 48 hours free twice per month, including water and power (30 or 50-amp). Upon arrival check in at the Marina office to obtain a gate key which also provides access to the restroom, showers and laundry facility. Full resort facilities. Guests invited to participate in SYC’s Nauti-Friday potluck BBQ and social hour. Telephone 360-371-0440 (SYC Yacht Club) or call marina on VHF channel 68. http://www.semiahmooyachtclub.com/
Sequim Bay Yacht Club – at John Wayne Marina in Sequim Bay on the south side of Juan de Fuca Strait between Port Townsend and Port Angeles (48º03.99N and 123º02.22W) on the west side of the bay. Stop at first dock or gas dock and check with Harbormaster, Ron Amundson – 360-417-3440 - for slip assignment. Two slips with water on dock. Power available at a nominal fee. 1 day free, limited to one reciprocal visit per month. Moorage buoys also available at Sequin Bay State Park south of the marina. VHF calls not monitored. Town of Sequim approximately 3 miles and can be reached by walking, scheduled bus service or taxi. Town contains numerous stores, including Costco. http://sequimbayyachtclub.org/news/
South Sound Sailing Society – at Percival Landing in Olympia. The Landing is in the southeastern corner of West Bay at the head of Budd Inlet. First 48 hours free once per month. Water on dock but no power. Pump out station. Register at the City’s Registration Booth on the west side of the public restrooms at Olympia Centre, 222 Columbia Street N – one block away. List name of your Club and boat information and state reciprocal moorage is requested. Coin-operated showers are located in public restroom building. Obtain keypad combination when registering for moorage. All amenities within walking distance, including a Farmer’s Market open Thursday through Sunday, April to September. http://www.ssssclub.com/
Tacoma Yacht Club – at Rushton, 2 miles east of Point Defiance. Reciprocal berths are on the first floats to the port inside the breakwater NW of the Vashon Island ferry slip. First 48 hours free. Water and 30-amp power ($2/night) at berths. Complete registration envelope on dock. Showers located in Clubhouse (basement). Restaurant and lounge in clubhouse features a specialized menu of steak and seafood. Salad bar and Sunday brunch is to die for. Bus service to Tacoma as well as huge park within walking distance to explore. More information at 253-752-3555. Visa or Mastercard required as cashless Club. http://tacomayachtclub.org/site/Home.html
Totem Yacht Club – At the Foss Waterway Marina in downtown Tacoma on west side of Thea Foss Waterway. To find reciprocal, enter waterway, the marina is on the right before the first bridge. Turn into the travel lift area immediately after the non-functioning fuel pumps and tie up (47º15.35N and 122º26.03W). Two days free (when available) on 100 feet of dock space. Maximum stay is two days twice per calendar year, then $0.50 per foot payable directly to the Foss Waterway Marina. Check-in between 9 am and 5 pm but best to call ahead as hours of operation vary. Power is $3.50/day. Call Harbormaster at 253-627-8055 upon arrival. $10 deposit required for gate key. Clubhouse: 253-759-9062. http://www.totemyachtclub.com/
Tyee Yacht Club – northeast end of Lake Union just before the Freeway Bridge. First three days free with power and water on the floats. Gates to street locked at all times – please remember to get combination number when registering and relock the gates when you leave. Excellent restaurants and University District shopping area within one mile. http://www.tyeeyachtclub.org/
West Seattle Yacht Club – facilities located at Port of Brownsville Marina in Burke Bay on the western shore of Port Orchard Waterway between Poulsbo and Bremerton in central Puget Sound (47º49.19N and 122º36.65W). 2 slips per night, rafting permitted. Maximum per yacht club is 4 boats per month. 30-amp power available for nominal fee. Tie on guest dock and check with Harbormaster – 360-692-5498. http://www.westseattleyachtclub.com/
West Sound Corinthian Yacht Club – Located in Port Orchard Marina Longitude: 122º WSCYC will pay $15 per boat per visit (fee pays for approximately a 25-30 foot boat) and not more than 3 boats from the same yacht club on the same night or 6 boats total in the same night. Guests pay marina for excess length charge. Electricity extra and water available. Register with Harbormaster at 360-876-5535 or VHF channel 16. http://www.wscyc.net/
Yakima Valley Boat Club – facilities at Rimrock Lake include campground, picnic area and docks. Only for trailerable boats unless you have an undercarriage fitted. Also available for visits by camper or motor home. http://www.yakimavalleyboatclub.org/
Clubs
Berkley Yacht Club – Berkley, California.
Elkhorn Yacht Club
- Moss Landing, Watsonville, California.Grays Harbour Yacht Club – at Westport Marina, Westport, WA. 1 slip available. 24 hrs free on first come, first served basis. Call marina moorage at 360-268-9665 or VHF channel 71 for further information. http://ftp.techline.com/ghyachtclub/index.html
King Harbor Yacht Club
- Redondo Beach, California.
Long Beach Yacht Club – at Long Beach, California
Portland Yacht Club – on the Columbia River in North Portland Harbor. See book for details.reservations office@portlandyc.com www.portlandyc.com
Rose City Yacht Club – Portland, Oregon. See book for details. www.rosecityyachtclub.org
Seal Beach Yacht Club – Long Beach, California.
www.southwesternyc.org info@southwesternyc.com
Southwestern Yacht Club – San Diego, California. See book for details.
Tyee Yacht Club – Portland, Oregon 503-284-4772
