Quannapowitt Yacht Club

Ice sailing on the lake ⛵️❄️. Thank you, Timothy Martinson for sharing this picture with us!

QYC Club house shining bright on the night of the Moonlight Sail🌛✨️. Thanks you, Valarie Martinson, for the beautiful picture!

QYC proudly hosted the Wakefield Women in Business Networking Luncheon today. The attendees are always in awe of our little piece of heaven.
The guest speaker was Sharon Marrama from Conner's Kindness Project.

Connor's Kindness Project | Helping Children with Genuine Kindness https://share.google/TVM6g1Wsv9sKdUPQQ

Save the date! QYC members are invited for a night sail on Lake Quannapowitt on Saturday, September 6, 2025, 7-10 pm (rain date Sunday, September 7th).

There will be glowing lanterns floating on the water for members to collect as they race each other around the lake. We'll have snacks, glow sticks, and - weather permitting - a nearly full moon and stars reflecting beautifully on Lake Q!

We are excited to bring this family-friendly tradition back to QYC this season! Rig up your boats, wear your best glow bracelets, and come join us as we cap off the summer by lighting up the night!

Make sure to bring flashlights (or headlamps), bug spray, and lifejackets!

Join us on the lake! Learn more about our sailing lessons at https://sailqyc.com/event/2025-adult-learn-to-sail

Quannapowitt Yacht Club offers a 5-week sailing program designed to give students the basics of sailing in a fun, supportive and safe environment. The program is limited to 12 students, to ensure each student receives plenty of one-on-one guidance on the water. Each weekly session is two hours long, with a maximum of two students per boat (420) or 4 students per boat (Mercury/Daysailer).

Throughout the five week program, members of QYC's Instructor staff will cover the fundamentals of sailing including: Points of sail and important terminology, parts of the boat & rigging, tacking and jibing, basic navigation and sail shape control, pulling away from and returning to the dock.

You can Register for the course here: https://sailqyc.com/event/2025-adult-learn-to-sail.

This is the perfect experience for beginner sailors who want to see if sailing is right for them, or simply try a new activity and learn a new skill. Our Learn to Sail course is taught on a variety of boats that may include Mercurys, 420s, and Day Sailers. Lessons are recommended for ages 15 and up. Younger sailors may participate in the program with a parent.

2025 Schedule:
Monday evenings, 6:00pm - 8:00pm
July 14, July 21, July 28, August 4, August 11
Rain/Weather Dates will be on Thursdays, from 6-8PM. If the class needs to be cancelled on Monday, students will be informed by QYC Staff. No make-up sessions are offered other than regularly scheduled Monday sessions which are cancelled by QYC due to inclement or unsuitable weather.

Cost:
$500 member rate
$600 non-member rate

What to Bring:
A life jacket is required to sail at QYC. We do have some life jackets available at the clubhouse, but quantity and sizes may be limited. You must also have a signed waiver, which will be emailed to you after registration. It is recommended to bring water. Wear comfortable clothes and tennis, boat, or water shoes (flip flops are not recommended).

Ladies, join the Sisters Under Sail (SUS) this Tuesday for our 2025 kickoff!

We had unseasonably mild weather for Docks In Day and the Spring Meeting on April 19th. Much appreciation and many thanks to all who participated. Don't forget to join us for the QYC Open House on Saturday May 3rd from 9-12.

Whether you're an experienced sailor or interested in learning to sail, Quannapowitt Yacht Club (QYC) is the perfect spot for you and your family this sailing season! Come meet our fun and supportive community at our Open House - Saturday, May 3rd, 10am to noon!

Big thanks to all our volunteers who got our docks ready for the sailing season! Only a few days more until the festivities of DOCKS IN DAY on April 12th!

Even though a thick layer of ice remains on the lake, the clubhouse is being made ready for another season of fun for all. A mild winter day lent itself beautifully for some outdoor cleanup and indoor spring cleaning in preparation for the Commodore's Banquet.