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The Hill Country Yacht Club (HCYC) is an active racing club and a member of the
Yachting Club of America, Texas Sailing Association, and the US Sailing Association.
HCYC sponsors at least one race per month. Our PHRF racing program is designed for keel boats,
open to all Sailors on Canyon Lake. Our fleets generally include non-spin, cruisers and big
boats (30' and longer)
The goal of our sail program is to provide opportunities for sailors of all skill levels to
enjoy sailing and to provide opportunities for all sailors to improve their skills through
education and an active racing program.
Whether you are a novice sailor or an experienced yachtsman, there is something here for you. We offer: |
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- PHRF Handicap Fleet Racing
- Summer Beer-can Racing
- Adult Sunfish events
- Youth Sailing
2010 Sailing Event Schedule:
- Want to race? Attend our Seminar on Racing Procedures and Rules on January 16
th
, 9:00 am to noon. Good information for beginners and old
salt’s alike.
In January the “Frostbite Regatta” pits Sailors against Mother Nature. A great race when
crews are dressed for the occasion. This year the Frostbite will be held on Saturday
January
23rd, starting
at 12:00 Noon.
HCYC is hosting a North Sails Comprehensive Clinic on Sail Trim, on February 6
th at the Bunk Haus Lodging & RV
Park, 18501 Fm 306, Canyon Lake, TX 78133. Registration is at 8:30 AM, the seminar will run
from 9:00 am to 5:00 pm. Cost to HCYC Members is $85 plus $10 for optional lunch.
Chap your Cheeks in the “Chapped Cheeks Regatta” on Saturday February 27
th. Another opportunity to arm-wrestle
with Thor. Race start time is at 12:00 Noon.
| Celebrate during our “St. Patrick’s Day Regatta” on Saturday March
20th, starting at Noon.
Sam Fisher will be your Principal Race Office for this event. You can download a copy of the
Notice of Race by clicking here.
| Thinking about Bareboat Chartering? Look at a variety of Sailing Venues at our “Charter
Cruising Options” Program on March 27th
from 1:00 to 4:00 PM. For a full description
go to the club calendar
On April 17th our
Youth Program swings into high gear. See the “Youth Program” web page for details. Please support
this valuable and enjoyable program.
Our "Fiesta Regatta" is held on April 24th
, with three races starting at Noon, and April
25th, with two races beginning
at 11:00 AM.
Party time at our “Jamaican Me Crazy Regatta” held on May
22nd starting at Noon.
On May 30th, we
celebrate the “Blessing of the Fleet” at 2:00 PM.
On June 26th we host
the “Novice Regatta”, beginning at Noon, for those sailors who have not participated as Skippers
in organized racing.
Our major July event is our "Patriot Series" featuring Friday evening sailing on July
9th,
16th,
23rd
, and 30th,
with each single race starting at 6:30 PM.
Enjoy a Moonlight Sail during our August “Moon Light Regatta” starting at 7:00 PM on
Saturday, August
21st.
Those sailors receiving racing trophies during 2010, are invited to participate in the “Masters’
Invitational Regatta” on Saturday September
25th, beginning at Noon.
Cruise around beautiful Canyon Lake during the “Tour de Canyon” held on October
23rd, starting at Noon. Proceeds from last year's
"Tour de Canyon" and many other events that day were given to tne Women's and Children's Shelter.
The “Wild Turkey Regatta” closes out our racing season on Saturday November
20th, beginning at Noon.
On December 11th, we
host the “Parade of Lights Invitational” where Sailors and Power Boaters decorate their craft with
holiday lights and scenery, then motor around the lake for spectators to enjoy. Lights are turned
on at 6:00 PM. Don’t miss this opportunity.
Please refer to Notices of Race for details.
For up-to-date information on all of the HCYC events, please access the club’s calendar on our
website, or the monthly calendar included with the Club's monthly newsletter, The Ship's
Log. Welcome to the Hill Country Yacht Club, located on the north shore of Canyon Lake, Texas.
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