Sloop Tavern Yacht Club upcoming events

NEW: Everett Marina Fall Cruise (17 Oct 2026)

Sat, 17 Oct 2026 07:00:00 GMT

UPDATE!! Everett Cruise: Per Everett Marina request, All STYC cruise registered boats MUST also go to DockWA.com to register as well. Everett Marina needs an STYC boat-count via registration with DockWA *TONIGHT*. Please use the link below & add into the "Comments" section you are with the STYC Club Cruise Oct 17th:

https://dockwa.com/explore/destination/7ec4jr-port-of-everett-marina?form=transient

We have a handful of spots still available (out of 12 reserved) on Guest Dock #5. Please register now for THIS coming weekend!! The weather will be Gorgeous for an early PNW Autumn Dock Party!

Any Q's please reach out to me directly @ 206-999-0607.

Thanks! Kristina -

Everett Marina Fall Cruise

Oct 17/18

Yet another New location for our cruisers/racers to explore. Please join us at the recently updated & expanded Everett Marina for our October overnight where we will have the use of the marina's Event Float, BBQ, & Pagoda for our mid-autumn Happy Hour.

The Port of Everett Marina also offers 2,300 slips close to restaurants, marine businesses, shops, trails, activities and more. As well as fuel, boat yard, pump outs, laundry, electric, & showers. Time to explore what offerings are available.

Because the immediate surrounding area offers several restaurants & breweries I suggest inquiring about food reservation policy options prior your arrival if you are interested in eating out that evening. That said, we will start off with our typical 5 pm Happy Hour in which everyone is welcome to remain on the party float to cook their own dinners, to socialize around a propane fire (while the weather is still good), and hopefully break out some cool musical instruments.

**Look for more information to come.. for the moment please register here!

Everett Marina Webpage: https://cms9.revize.com/revize/everett/marina/rendezvous___events.php

Marina Map: https://cms9files.revize.com/everett/Document%20Center/Marina/Port%20of%20Everett%20Marina%20Map.pdf

A waitlist has been attached to this event. Please sign-up regardless if this event is Full. There are always cancellations.

See you there! Kristina, STYC Cruise Chair

Great Pumpkin Race (31 Oct 2026)

Sat, 31 Oct 2026 07:00:00 GMT

Calling All Spooky Slooper Troopers!

We've made some calls and asked the Great Pumpkin to bring us wind for the now penultimate race in our season. Check out the SI's on the website for more information. We can't wait to see you out there squashing the competition!

Your event coordinators have put together a fun event this year, "an" amount of candy and possibly some additional treats. We hope you can carve out some time to join us.

In case you don't podium in this race, there is an extra chance to satiate your Halloween gourd. We invite crew to join the costume contest with a special prizes going to the boats with:

The Best Boat Crew Costumes
Scariest Costume
"Sloopiest" Slooper for the individual who really squashes the rest of the competition

Please Join us for awards, cider and pumpkin pie at the Shilshole Bay Marina quad after the race.

See you all on the water!

Board Meeting (12 Nov 2026)

Fri, 13 Nov 2026 02:00:00 GMT

Snowbird Series (14 Nov 2026)

Sat, 14 Nov 2026 08:00:00 GMT

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Join us for once-a-month off season racing in the vicinity of Shilshole Marina, giving opportunity for nearly every mark on our standard mark map, but with a course length maximum of 20 NM. Each race will have a 5 hour time limit.

We'll gather at the Sloop Tavern after each race to present awards and socialize with our fellow chilly weather sailors. Each race will have a sticker awarded to the top 3 positions in each class and a series award at the end of the 5 race series.

The last date to register for this event (without late fees) is November 12, 2025!! When you register, you register for all five races in this series.

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-alcholic beverages included

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 on weekends, including the 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

Snowbird Series (12 Dec 2026)

Sat, 12 Dec 2026 08:00:00 GMT

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The last date to register for this event (without late fees) is November 12, 2025!! When you register, you register for all five races in this series.

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

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The last date to register for this event (without late fees) is November 12, 2025!! When you register, you register for all five races in this series.

Snowbird Series (20 Feb 2027)

Sat, 20 Feb 2027 08:00:00 GMT

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The last date to register for this event (without late fees) is November 12, 2025!! When you register, you register for all five races in this series.

Snowbird Series (20 Mar 2027)

Sat, 20 Mar 2027 07:00:00 GMT

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The last date to register for this event (without late fees) is November 12, 2025!! When you register, you register for all five races in this series.