Notice of Races
The Chebeague Island Yacht Club 2025 racing season will consist of three events:
Ocean Race - Saturday July 19 1:00 PM first warning
Round Island Race - Sunday August 3 1:00 PM first warning
Picnic Race from Bates Island - Saturday August 16 1:30 PM
If conditions on the day of the race call for a postponement, the race date will be the next day will, except for the Round Island Race(RIR). If the RIR needs to be postponed, it will replace the Picnic Race with a 1:00 PM start on Saturday August 16 If conditions warrant a postponement or cancellation prior to the starting time, the decision will be posted on the CIYC website at least two(2) hours prior to the starting time; for the Picnic Race such early notice will be no later than 9:30 AM.
The races will be governed by the 2025-2028 Racing Rules of Sailing (RRS). Here is a link to the rules: https://www.ussailing.org/competition/rules-officiating/the-racing-rules-of-sailing-2025-2028/
All vessels are required to carry and have turned on a VHF radio tuned to channel 72 for communication purposes from the Race Committee boat.
It is highly recommended that all participants wear appropriate PFD equipment.
Both experienced and beginning sailors are encouraged to participate in our races. It's a great way to spend time on the water, learn, and get to know others who love sailing.
Please use the links below to register for the races, and to sign-up or look for crew.
If you'd like to help out as crew in one of this summer's races, please sign-up using the link below.
Looking for help on your boat? Check out the CREW LIST link below.