Sloop Tavern Yacht Club upcoming events

Board Meeting (12 Nov 2026)

Fri, 13 Nov 2026 02:00:00 GMT

Fall Membership/Volunteer Appreciation Party (13 Nov 2026)

Sat, 14 Nov 2026 02:00:00 GMT

Join fellow STYC members and guests at the Fall Membership and Volunteer Appreciation Party in celebration of another year of amazing cruises, races, events, and camaraderie – all of which could not happen without you!

The party is Friday, November 13th at the Salmon Bay Eagles Club located in the heart of Ballard at 5216 20th Ave NW, Seattle, WA 98107. Doors will open at 6:00pm.

You are our anchor! Your yacht club is 100% run by volunteers. The donation of your vessels, knowledge, skills, laughter, and mostly your time, enables hundreds of sailors, cruisers and racers to participate in the 50+ events held this year. We'll provide food, drinks, raffle prizes, and a generous thank you to everyone for your participation in YOUR club.

We are grateful for your contributions and look forward to seeing you at the party!

RSVP to help us with our final planning and head count.

Snowbird Series (14 Nov 2026)

Sat, 14 Nov 2026 08:00:00 GMT

Sloop Tavern Yacht Club enters our second year hosting the winter Snowbird Series. Formerly a partnership between Shilshole Bay Yacht Club and STYC, we are thrilled that over 55 skippers and crew signed up for last years series. We're looking forward to more boats on the water this year!

Snowbird will test your skills in conditions that are frequently challenging - but always rewarding. These races will temper and harden a sailor during the unpredictable, frequently frigid, winter season. Skippers and crew will strengthen their cohesiveness and share the stories for years to come!

A single registration is good for all 5 races. Participation is free to STYC members, $50 for non-members, and a $30 late fee for any registrant not registered by Friday, 11/13/2026 at 12:00pm.

We look forward to seeing you at the start line!

UPDATE: The November 14 Skippers Meeting will be in person on Friday, November 13 at 7:00pm at the Fall Membership and Volunteer Appreciation Party. An online option is available. If attending in person, please register for the party here.

Subsequent Skippers Meetings will be online at 1900 on the Friday before the race.

STYC PRO Training - Fall 2026 (22 Nov 2026)

Sun, 22 Nov 2026 22:00:00 GMT

What does a PRO do? They are the "conductor" of our races. They set the course, run the race, and do the scoring. In our PRO training you will learn how to do all of this! Sound overwhelming? We promise it's easier than it sounds.

In this training you will learn:

Course Selection: How to select a course using the STYC course selection sheet/tool.
Postponements: How to delay/postpone a race when necessary. (No wind!)
Starting: How to set a start line and start a race - What is included in the start sequence. (classes, flags, horn..)
The Racing Rules of Sailing: Generically, as they relate to STYC starts and finishes. (over early, barging, collision with committee boat, general recall, etc)
Finishing: How to shorten course if necessary, score boats as they come in, including method for multiple boats, and how to publish results.
Protests: Learn what is needed for a racer to make a successful protest and who to contact in the event of a protest.
Emergency Planning: Reviewing the STYC Emergency Plan, discussing how to manage situations, and what emergency services to contact.

The complete training seminar will include class time and the opportunity to sign up as a PRO-in-training for on the water instruction. The classroom portion is roughly 1.5 to 2 hours of instruction. On the water time will be available for sign up after the classroom time.

STYC is a volunteer run organization and in order to keep putting on the awesome races, we need more volunteers! In an effort to get more Principle Race Officers (PROs) we are having a training seminar to get more racers involved and educated on how our races run. Not only will this give you the opportunity to learn to be a PRO, you will also learn more about the racing rules of sailing…Which will make you a better sailor!

If this sounds interesting to you... Join us on November 22, 2026 at the Ballard VFW.

If you're registering and are not a STYC Member, please consider making a donation when you arrive at the event to offset the costs of snacks, beverages, and training materials.

2026 Cruising Bingo (5 Dec 2026)

Sat, 05 Dec 2026 08:00:00 GMT

Take a photo of yourself and/or your crew and/or your boat(s) at the location and email it to reciprocal@styc.org. Please be aware that photos may be used to promote the Sloop Tavern Yacht club!

If you're shy a photo or screenshot of your chartplotter is also okay.

If you use social media, please post and tag with #STYC

Instructions:

Travel to five destinations in a row/column/diagonal and take photo evidence you were there to make bingo! Remember to take advantage of our excellent reciprocal moorage program.
If you complete a single bingo, you can continue to complete additional bingos on the same card or request a more difficult card for an additional challenge.
Volunteer! STYC is an all volunteer club. Email volunteer@styc.org for great opportunities including:
- PRO
- Party Helper
- Committee Boat
- Appointed Board Position
- Elected Board Member
STYC Social Events include Spring & Fall Membership Parties, Volunteer Appreciation Party

Notes:

All STYC Cruise Registrants and their guests are expected to adhere to STYC Community Guidelines during the event, and follow proper reciprocal etiquette
Many reciprocals require you to fly your club burgee, some require you to present your member card.
Not all bingo locations are suitable for all boats - you are always responsible for safe operation of your vessel
Cruising Bingo is free to participate, but does not include moorage costs, and reciprocal requirements vary.
Some STYC organized cruises may have additional costs that are optional based on the activity.
No need to actually use reciprocal moorage at the locations - we're just highlighting our Reciprocal program. Just be sure and and get to the location and get some evidence.
Travel by boat is expected except to Sloop on land social events like the Volunteer Appreciation party.

Awards will be presented at the Holiday Party after our final cruise of the year, the Kingston Dark & Stormy

STYC Annual Holiday Party (5 Dec 2026)

Sun, 06 Dec 2026 02:00:00 GMT

STYC Annual Holiday Party

Saturday, December 5, 2026

6:00pm-11:00pm

415 On Westlake

DISCO. DISCO. DISCO.

Join your fellow Sloopers, friends, and guests as we celebrate another fantastic year of racing, cruising, volunteering, and time well spent on the water.

Come ready to mingle, eat, sing, and dance!

70s DISCO all night
Karaoke — grab the mic and show us what you’ve got
Dancing — yes, there will be plenty
Hot, heavy appetizers and party food throughout the evening
Beer, Wine, and non-alcoholic beverages included (ID required for alcoholic beverages)

Tickets

Early Registration: October 9 - October 31
$69 members / $75 non-members

Late Registration: November 1 - November 23

$75 members / $75 non-members

Tickets must be purchased in advance.
NO TICKETS WILL BE SOLD AT THE DOOR.

Location and Parking

415 Westlake Ave N, Seattle, WA 98109

Street parking is available around the venue and Amazon garages are free (or max $5) on weekends, including the garage at 400 9th Ave. This is the closest garage and is right behind the 415 building underground. There is also a garage at 320 Westlake Avenue North Garage.

Volunteers are needed for setup, decorating, and clean up. Please email volunteer@styc.org to sign up today and support your club.

Board Meeting (10 Dec 2026)

Fri, 11 Dec 2026 02:00:00 GMT

Kingston Christmas Lights Cruise (12 Dec 2026)

Sat, 12 Dec 2026 08:00:00 GMT

Register in early November.....

Kingston Marina Christmas Lights Cruise

December 12th, 2026

Please Join us dockside for our annual Kingston Christmas Lights Happy Hour gathering. Bring a *DINNER* Potluck item to share, your own serving & eating utensils, plates, your own Ice, ginger beer mixers & your other preferred drink choices for the evening. We will supply the rum.

Please make sure you register on our STYC Cruise Registration page. It is important that we have a head count & slip count for this overnight cruise. This year the Marina is requesting a boat list from us by SATURDAY, NOVEMBER --- (!!!!). "Anyone after that will be taking a chance on getting in".

There will be a Waitlist for this cruise. Please continue to sign-up as there are always cancellations. You Can indeed move up to the Go List.

Register Here:

*Request: If you own a small propane or electrical powered heater please contact me @ 206-999-0607 & perhaps consider bringing it with you. We would greatly welcome the heat in Kingston. Unfortunately, No propane campfires are allowed this year. Thanks!!

Also consider bringing your own camp chair, Christmas lights for our little cabana shelter & all lanterns to light our potluck food tables.

Kingston Marina includes: Fuel Dock, Pump out, WiFi, coin-less showers, laundry, & 1 electric cart for groceries. If your interest take you further than the Marina there are several restaurants, bar's & a brewery in town. There will be a local Jazz band at Divine.

Guest Rate: $1.50 ft - includes electric

VHF channel: 65 Harbormaster ph#: 360-297-3545 #2

STYC channel: 72

***As with any winter PNW crossing, whether calm or in challenging conditions *Please prepare appropriately* as well as check the marine weather forecast.

Let the Merriment commence. The season is upon us!

See you there!!

Kristina, STYC Cruise Director

Snowbird Series (12 Dec 2026)

Sat, 12 Dec 2026 08:00:00 GMT

A single registration is good for all 5 races. Participation is free to STYC members, $50 for non-members, and a $30 late fee for any registrant not registered by Friday, 11/13/2026 at 12:00pm.

We look forward to seeing you at the start line!

Subsequent Skippers Meetings will be online at 1900 on the Friday before the race.

Boxing Day Race (26 Dec 2026)

Sat, 26 Dec 2026 08:00:00 GMT

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Snowbird Series (9 Jan 2027)

Sat, 09 Jan 2027 08:00:00 GMT

A single registration is good for all 5 races. Participation is free to STYC members, $50 for non-members, and a $30 late fee for any registrant not registered by Friday, 11/13/2026 at 12:00pm.

We look forward to seeing you at the start line!

Subsequent Skippers Meetings will be online at 1900 on the Friday before the race.

Snowbird Series (20 Feb 2027)

Sat, 20 Feb 2027 08:00:00 GMT

A single registration is good for all 5 races. Participation is free to STYC members, $50 for non-members, and a $30 late fee for any registrant not registered by Friday, 11/13/2026 at 12:00pm.

We look forward to seeing you at the start line!

Subsequent Skippers Meetings will be online at 1900 on the Friday before the race.

Snowbird Series (20 Mar 2027)

Sat, 20 Mar 2027 07:00:00 GMT

A single registration is good for all 5 races. Participation is free to STYC members, $50 for non-members, and a $30 late fee for any registrant not registered by Friday, 11/13/2026 at 12:00pm.

We look forward to seeing you at the start line!

Subsequent Skippers Meetings will be online at 1900 on the Friday before the race.