What is a yacht club commissioning ceremony?

The Commissioning Ceremony is a time honored tradition which celebrates the opening of the new sailing season. This event is held after our big black tie celebration known as the Sailors Ball. All members, families and their guests are invited to gather at the club docks for the Commissioning Ceremony.

What is a yacht club flag called?

Yacht and sailing clubs have flags to distinguish them, called a burgee. Most yacht club burgees are pennant (three sided) shaped like the HYC burgee, but a few clubs use swallow-tailed flags, while a very few use rectangular flags.

What is yacht club formal attire?

YACHT CLUB FORMAL UNIFORM – Blue blazer, Club tie, white shirt, white pants, or skirts for women, white socks for men, and white shoes must be worn at the Change of Watch, Commodore’s Ball and the Anniversary Celebration.

What do you wear to yacht club on Opening Day?

Opening Day in March – September 1: White or khaki is the preferred choice; white, neutral or black colored shoes. Travel: When traveling, verify the “season” especially in the Southern Hemisphere; while visiting other yacht clubs, it is advisable to check with them in advance as to their Dress Code.

What is a commodore at a yacht club?

Commodore is the principal Flag Officer *, sets a direction for the club and is responsible for the organisation and management of the club. The Commodore chairs the General Committee meetings.

Why do yacht clubs do colors?

In making colors the yacht always represents the rank of her owner, whether he is on board or not. On entering or leaving a port before or after the time for making colors, a yacht shall display her flags, provided there is sufficient light for them to be recognized.

How do you display burgees?

“Traditionally, the burgee is flown at the head (top) of the forward most mast on a small pole (called a pig stick) hoisted on a light halyard (flag halyard).

Can you wear jeans to a yacht club?

It accepts stylish casual wear including clean, neat jeans and shorts for lunch. For dinner, guests are expected to step it up by leaving the denim at home and wearing sports coats. Different areas of a club may also have different dress rules. Bars and outdoor decks tend to more lax and allow casual clothing.