2024 Ocean Globe Race winning Skipper and Sailor of the year nominee Heather Thomas joined us at the Club yesterday evening as guest speaker for the Cruising Group Speaker supper. In what was an inspiring presentation Heather recounted the story of how she led her...
Our next wine supper will take place on Wednesday 20th @ 19.30 Guest Speaker on the night will be renowned wine writher Liam Campbell. Liam Campbell is a seasoned expert in the world of wine and spirits, with close to three decades of experience in hosting...
We have new kids on the block! Or at least new young professionals on the block with Teamtastic gaining a maiden victory in the quiz on Wednesday 13 November. During a terrific tussle that saw 13 teams within 2 points of the lead at halfway, Teamtastic had a fantastic middle round and saw off Wild Cards and T.B.M. in the closing stages to take the honours.
Following the re-emergence of the Corner Boys dinosaur previously, the overall Leaderboard (below) has a very open feel to it at this early stage of the season. T.B.M. currently occupy top spot, followed closely by Teamtastic and The Dirty Ruckers with reigning champions Wizard close enough in 4th.
Next quiz will be held on the 27th November at 8pm sharp! All are welcome.
The Quizmaster
The Green Ocean Oyster Re-introduction Project in Dublin Bay, launched in November 2023, is a marine restoration initiative which is restoring native oysters to Dublin Bay. Oysters are natural âclimate championsâ, improving water quality and marine biodiversity.
Using innovative "oyster gardening" techniques, oysters are suspended in baskets from marina walkways at multiple locations around Dublin Bay. These oysters naturally filter the water, helping to reduce excess nutrients and pollutants. Their presence also supports biodiversity by encouraging the growth of seagrass and seaweed, which provide vital spawning grounds for fish and their predators as well as being a important carbon sink by sequestering carbon.
Following the successful completion of phase 1, which saw strong oyster growth and reproduction, over the past year, the project is entering phase 2 in October 2024. This phase is expanding the initiative to 120 oyster baskets across six locations in the Bay.
Our next Ladies lunch will take place on Tuesday 12th November.
With guest speaker Mary from Dubray books.
Explore and discover the new books available.
Bookings contact John (01) 2805725 or email manager@nyc.ie
The 2024 Junior Awards Ceremony will take place on Saturday November 23rd from 6.30-10pm.
All of our junior sailors aged 6+ are invited to join. It will be a super evening and there will be prizes galore and lots of exciting spot prizes too with some fun and games to look forward to as well.
Please book and pay for your ticket in advance to help us estimate numbers. We are not able to accept payment on the night.
The price for the child meal is âŹ18 for a three-course meal (Garlic Bread, Lasagne & Chips and Ice Cream). It also includes a raffle ticket for each child, so they are in with a chance to win some of the amazing prizes.
The price for the adult meal is âŹ26 for a buffet main course (choice of two dishes) and a glass of wine.
Please book early to avoid disappointment. Booking will remain open up until Thursday 21st November or until that time when the event is sold out.
Thank you for your understanding.
Looking forward to seeing you on the night and celebrating the many and varied achievements of our young sailors.
The Junior Committee
The National Yacht Club is currently seeking to recruit a Senior Instructor for Summer 2025.
He / She will lead the team of committed sailing instructors and coaches for our Summer courses or clinics in 2025.
Our Instructors are of the highest quality in terms of professionalism, attitude, technical ability and passion for sailing. Instructors will be responsible for the development of the club's youngest members, a role that is taken extremely seriously by the club.
Closing date Saturday 30th November 2024 (midnight)
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