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Table of Contents.............................................................. Welcome Message From Trio & Commodore................. Opening Week Schedule & Hours...................................Concierge Booth, Communication, OD Info.................. Navigating The Club, Uniform of Week, OD Swag.........Opening Day Map..............................................................Parking & Security Information.......................................Event Details: Sunday April 27 - Thursday May 1..........Event Details: Friday May 2.............................................Event Details: Saturday May 3 - Sunday May 4.............SYC Meals & Food, Snack Shack, Trio Cocktails............Other Yacht Club Events..................................................Boat Number Pickup & Parade Instructions..................Parade Trophies & Class Specification...........................Parade Definitions of Classes......................................... Parade Definitions of Classes Continued......................Event Partners...................................................................Other Seattle Yacht Club Information...........................Log Boom Moorage........................................................... Dock Zero Rules & Regulations........................................Table Of ContentsWelcome to Opening Day 2025!23 45 67 8910111213141516 1718192021

What’s up, righteous dudes and dudettes!The Seattle Yacht Club Trio is totally stoked towelcome you to Opening Day 2025 as we blastoff with our theme: Back to the 80’s!The week leading up to Opening Day is packedwith totally tubular events happening all aroundthe club. So come early and soak it all in! Be surenot to miss the SYC Women’s Drama Groupproduction of “Murder by the Book” onWednesday— served up with a killer 80s twist!On Thursday, Friday, and Saturday nights, thedance floor is calling! We’ve lined up someradical 80s bands to keep the vibes high and thehair higher.Friday brings all the fun to the docks — cheer onthe Commodores in the Commode Cup, stroll theslips, and even hop aboard a classic ride,courtesy of the Antique and Classic BoatSociety. Totally cool, right?Saturday shifts into high gear with the crewraces, all leading up to the epic WindermereCup, where the University of Washington will gohead-to-head with the New Zealand NationalTeam. Right after the final race, listen for thenoon cannon blast — it kicks off the legendaryOpening Day Boat Parade, with even more goodtimes waiting back at SYC afterward. OpeningDay is all about reviving old friendships, makingnew connections, and dreaming big about theboating season ahead. Whether you’re an emopunk, a rad surfer, or a totally chill yuppie,there’s something for everyone. Big shoutout to our awesome volunteer crew —this event wouldn’t be possible without yourtotally excellent energy and hard work. Thanksfor making Opening Day 2025 a totally gnarlysuccess! We may not have a DeLorean, but hey —who needs one when we can still party Back tothe 80’s!Sincerely The Trio,Admiral Christian Lockwood, AdmiraletteChristine Fraiser, and Vice Admiral Mark HoldenGreeting and Welcome to Opening Day 2025The members of Seattle Yacht Club are proud towelcome you to Opening Day 2025. We’vehosted this parade since the first days of ourclubhouse on the Montlake Cut back in 1920,and it’s become both a tradition for our city anda celebration for all of us with a deepconnection to the waterways of the GreatNorthwest. The best part of Opening Day week is theparticipation of you, the members of yachtclubs and independent boaters from around theSalish Sea. Our Dock 0 becomes a community ofits own during the week, with Queen City YachtClub across the bay likewise hosting rafts ofvisiting guests. We’re delighted that you’re here,and we’d like to extend a special thanks to ourCanadian guests who have made the crossing tojoin us. Our partnership with Royal Vancouverand Royal Victoria goes back to the earliest daysof our clubs and we’re honored by theirparticipation.This year’s theme takes us Back to the 80’s, withthe costumes, songs, and retro themes thatdominated that era. We’d like to give a specialshout-out to our Opening Day trio of AdmiralChristian Lockwood, Admiralette ChristineFraser, and Vice Admiral Mark Holden. They’vedone an excellent job of organizing the eventhere at our Club and sharing their excitementwith all of us looking forward to the week. You’ll find a schedule and overview of theweek’s activities in this newsletter, and we’dencourage you to stop by our docksideConcierge Desk for more information. Ourmembers and staff will be happy to assist youwith any questions. Thank you again for joiningus for Opening Day 2025 – we look forward toseeing you on the docks. Sincerely,Commodore Randy and Jan Holbrook

Radio Control Ship Modelers Women’s Drama Performance AI Happy Hour/Greenbox Boat NumbersCanadian Ladies’ Day * Men’s Lunch * Boat Numbers Canadian Reception * Live Band & Dancing Boat NumbersFriday Lunch * Boat Numbers Commode Cup Classic Boat Rides Dock 2 Party - Royal Van North of the Border Party - Royal VicJuniors Party (ages 10-17)Live Band & Dancing Ceremony Participant BreakfastCommissioning CeremonyVIP Boats LoadVIP Boats LeaveMontlake Cut Closes to Boat TrafficWindermere Cup Crew RacesParade of BoatsMontlake Cut Opens to Boat TrafficCommodore’s Cocktail ReceptionAwards CeremonyClosing CeremonyAI Closing PartyMark Mayer Sailing Race Post Race Awards & Dinner * By invite / reservation only*Wednesday – April 309:00am – 3:00pm 9:30am – 11:30am 5:00pm – 7:00pm Thursday – May 19:00am - 12:00pm 9:15am – 2:00pm11:00am – 1:30pm2:00pm - 5:00pm6:00pm – 7:30pm 7:30pm-11:30pmFriday – May 29:00am - 11:00am 11:00am – 1:30pm2:00pm - 5:00pm2:00pm – 2:30pm 2:00pm – 4:30pm 2:00pm – 4:00pm 4:00pm – 6:00pm 6:00pm - 7:00pm7:00pm - 11:00pm AdmiralCHRISTIAN LOCKWOODAdmiraletteCHRISTINE FRASERVice AdmiralMARK HOLDENCommodoreRANDY HOLBROOKVice CommodoreKIP CRAMERRear CommodoreJON TELLEFSONFRONT DESKWED Apr 30THURS May 1FRI May 2SAT May 3SUN May 48:30am - 9pm 8:30am - 10pm8:30am - 11pm7am - 11pm8:30am - 8pmMARINE ROOMTUESWED - THURSFRISAT4pm - 10pm11:30am - 10pm11:30am - 11pm7:30am - 10pm WARD ROOMFRI - SATDinner CONCIERGE BOOTHWED-FRI9am - 5pmSNACK SHACKSAT10am - 5pmSaturday – May 3 – Opening Day7:15am - 8:15am8:45am - 9:15am9:20am9:30am9:30am - 3:00pm10:15am - 11:50am12:00pm - 3:00pm4:00pm5:00pm - 6:00pm6:00pm - 6:30pm6:30pm - 6:45pm8:00pm - 12:00amSunday – May 412:00pm 3:00pm – Sunset

SYC Front Desk: 206-325-1000Click Here To View SYC Opening Day WebsiteClick Here To Create a Charge Account: Toregister as a Reciprocal Guest for Opening Day,please complete and submit the form linkedabove, or see the SYC Front Desk. Followingsubmission, info will be processed for your SYCcourtesy card. Upon arrival for Opening Day,please follow the signage leading to ReciprocalGuest Check-In to pick up your courtesy card. SYC Wifi Network SYCguest (SSID): no password requiredGuest wifi services have limited bandwidth:please use for email access & limited browsingonly. WiFi services are not intended forentertainment, i.e., doing large downloads ofmovies and music.Boat Number Pick Up: Heritage Room Thursday 9am – 12pm, 2pm – 5pm Friday 9am – 11am, 2pm – 5pmPets: Leashes are required! The SYC has a parkright next to our grounds that is perfect forwalking your dog. Please use the grass area (notthe parking lot). Please pickup after your dog. SYC & Opening Day InformationWe hope the Concierge Tent will be an early stop when you arrive at Seattle Yacht Club. TheConcierge Tent will be located outside at the SW corner of the SYC Clubhouse and open from9:00am – 5:00pm Wednesday through Friday of Opening Day week.Concierge staff will provide visiting boats with the Opening Day Skipper’s Kit, complete withmenus for various dining venues, schedules for the week, operating hours for the Ship’s Store,and a copy of the all-important Opening Day publication. For those wishing to make purchasesat the SYC Clubhouse, Concierge staff can direct you to the Front Desk to obtain temporaryaccount information. For those participating in the Opening Day Parade, Concierge staff canadvise you when and where to obtain Opening Day parade numbers.SYC Concierge BoothOpening Day InformationAgendas for the WeekNavigating the SYC Main StationParade and Windermere Cup SchedulesPublic Transportation InformationGeneral InformationComplimentary Daily NewspapersBoating MagazinesLocal Points of Interest Amenities Offered at the Concierge Booth Communication ChannelsParade Director – VHF 68Marshall Boats (lime green flags) - VHF 72Mike Quigley: 206-484-1258michael.quigley5@comcast.net Emergency Only (low power) - Channel 16Opening Day Press Contact: Bob Brown: 206-799-6187 press@seattleyachtclub.orgDock Master John Van Duzor: 206-409-3099 duzor@msn.comDock 0 - (VHF 68) - Eric Jewett: 206-412-4393 dockzero@seattleyachtclub.org

White Pants/Skirt Blue Blazer White Shirt White Shoes(Dark Tie for Men, Neutral Stocking For Women)Please Wear The Suggested Uniforms To The Following EventsCanadian Reception*Friday LunchCommissioning Ceremony (participants are required to wear the uniform with a hat)VIP Boat PassengerClosing Ceremony*Women may wear a cocktail dress to the Canadian ReceptionNavigating The SYC ClubNavigating The ClubFireside Lounge - Main Level CenterFront Desk - Main LevelHeritage Room - Basement LevelMarine Room Bistro & Bar - Top LevelWard Room - Main Level Dining Room (SW Corner)Restrooms (W) - Main & Top LevelsRestrooms (M) - Basement & Top Levels (Near Kitchen)Restroom/Shower (All) - Near Junior Area, Outside Entrance Bathroom Code: 7245*Purchasing Swag at Ship Store andOnlineYou may purchase your 2025Opening Day Swag online or atthe Ship's Store located behindthe Front DeskShop online here for SYCOpening Day 2025 merchandise. Shop online here for the mainSYC Ship's Store merchandise.Uniform Of The Week

MapSeattle Yacht Club Opening Day Video 2024Click Here to see last years Opening Day Video!

Parking & Security InformationYou may have to use alternate parking any of the days starting with Men’s Lunch onThursday, the well-attended Friday Lunch, and then Opening Day on Saturday.The Parking and Security Committee requests that everyone carpool/uber for eventsthe week of Opening Day as parking is limited. Only one car per family will be allowed.Guests on Dock Zero are to be advised that parking at SYC is not available.Do not leave any valuables in your car; carry them with you.May 2 : There will be no additional parking during the Husky Dawgs After Dark SpringFootball Game. ndNOAA/Fisheries parking for SYC members is available after 6PM on May 2 , and mustbe cleared by 10AM on May 4ndthSeattle Fire Department Access LaneWe are required by the Seattle Fire Department to maintain an open access lane throughthe parking lot to Dock 0 at all times. No parking will be allowed in this lane at any time. Inaddition, at the west end of Dock 0, a dedicated area will be maintained as a landing areafor public safety vessels. No moorage will be allowed in this area at any time.For the following: Violators will be towed at their expense**Please respect the fire lanes and reserved spots – do not park in those areas.Please understand that handicapped parking is for day use only.As usual, any cars left in the upper parking lot Opening Day morning will be towed. Alternate Transportation InformationSound Transit's Link light rail station is located on the University of Washington campus atHusky Stadium within easy walking distance to Seattle Yacht Club. Link service extendsfrom the University of Washington Husky station toward the north to Lynnwood and to thesouth beyond SeaTac airport.To Find More Information on Eastside parking and transit information Click Here To Viewthe Parking Information Tab on the SYC Opening Day Website. All of these bus routes stopat the University of Washington Medical Center (Pacific Avenue); within easy walkingdistance to Seattle Yacht Club.Wishing you a fun-filled Opening Day week from theParking and Security Committee!

Thursday May 1Radio Controlled Ship Model Display9:00am - 3:00pmDock 2The Northwest Radio Control Ship Modelers are back todisplay their wonderfully detailed model boats duringour Opening Day celebration! See amazing reproductionsof pleasure yachts, tugboats, military vessels, and muchmore! Their vessels will be on display on Wednesday,April 30th, from 9am to 3pm. During this period they willalso be demonstrating some of their vessels on thewater! Great fun for the whole family - you won't want tomiss it!AI Happy Hour & Greenbox5:00pm - 7:00pmDock 2The AI Opening Day Happy Hour is scheduled for 5pmWednesday, April 30, in the Juniors area at the base ofDock 1. Beer, wine, and non-alcoholic beverages will behosted by the AI Committee - bring your best appetizerand enter it in the competition! There will be prizes for1st, 2nd, & 3rd place.SYC Event DetailsMen’s Lunch11:00am - 1:30pmWard RoomDon't miss this very special annual fun-packed affairhonoring our visitors from Royal Vancouver and RoyalVictoria Yacht Clubs, Grand XIV Yacht Clubs, and othervisiting yacht clubs! We have a great fun-filled programplanned with Chris Otorowski as emcee and master joketeller! Entertainment hijinks include an amazing comedyproduction with surprise live actors and real videos,too! Don't miss it! Invite your visiting friends from DockZero. Come early to get a good seat. The bar opens at11:00am. Lunch at noon.Canadian Reception6:00pm - 7:30pmFireside LoungeBy invitation/reservation onlyUniform of the day for gentlemenCocktail attire for ladiesThe Canadian Reception is Seattle Yacht Club's way ofhonoring our Canadian Guests. This signature event ofOpening Day is a great way to enjoy relationshipsSeattle Yacht Club has with our boating neighbors fromthe north. The evening is filled with wonderful food, no-host cocktails and company. Attendance is by specialinvitation and capacity is limited.Live Band & Dancing7:30pm - 11:30pmRear View Mirror will be playing live music following theCanadian Reception. Open to all for live entertainmentand dancing in the Fireside Lounge!Wednesday April 30Canadian’s Ladies’ Day9:15am - 2:00pmOpen to all SYC Members. Capacity is limited.Admiralette Christine Fraser and the women of theSeattle Yacht Club cordially invite you to attend theOpening Day 2025 Canadian Ladies Day Luncheon! Joinus to go underground with a tour Beneath The Streetsfollowed by lunch at Luigi’s Italian Eatery.Beneath The Streets is a boutique tour companyoffering small group tours above and below ground inPioneer Square exploring the history of Seattle in the1890’s. This encompasses walking and stairs in a threeblock area. We will be divided into two groups for thetour and then proceed to Luigi’s for lunch together.SYC Women’s Drama Production9:30am - 11:30amThe SYC Women's Drama group is proud to presentMurder by the Book, written by Jon Jory and MichaelBauer. Your favorite leading ladies are at it again with anover-the-top mystery full of twists, laughs, & a splash of80's nostalgia. Social hour and performance is open toeveryone. Opening Day Performance:Refreshments 9:30am -10:30am (Ward Room).Performance immediately following at 10:30am - 11:30am(Fireside Lounge).

Friday Lunch11:00am - 1:30pmWard RoomCocktails: 11:00am, Lunch: 11:40amAttire: Uniform of the day preferredJoin us for one of SYC’s favorite traditions — Friday Lunch— a fun, festive way to start Opening Day weekend! Enjoydelicious food, great company, and a special program byEmcee: P.C. Roger Werner in the elegant Ward Room andcozy Fireside Lounge. Reservations required. Event fills up quickly.Friday May 2SYC Event DetailsJuniors Party (ages 10-17)6:00pm - 8:00pmJunior Room and Dock area. All juniors and youngpeople from visiting clubs are invited. There will bepizza and soda. Lawn games and decorating the Juniorboat for the Boat Parade. Come on down to the party! Complimentary Classic Boat Rides2:00pm - 4:00pmBetween Docks 3 and 4Join the Pacific Northwest Chapter of the Antique andClassic Boat Society for a free boat ride on a classicrestored speed boat. This activity is open to all, pleasebring a life jacket for kids under 18. Boats can beboarded on the small dock between Docks 3 and 4down on the front lawn of the Seattle Yacht Club. Therewill be signs to direct you and volunteers to help youboard and unload. Be sure to thank these wooden boatenthusiasts for their time and enjoy a special ride downthe Montlake Cut to see all of the boats on the logboom waiting for the action of the Windermere Cup andthe Opening Day Parade. For more info about theAntique and Classic Boat Society, a group of smallclassic boat enthusiasts with over 7,000 members in theUS and Canada, click here to see their website. Checkout the beautiful classic boats from the Classic YachtAssociation moored on Dock Zero right off the SYCParking Lot. The CYA is dedicated to the restoration andmaintenance of fine old motor-powered vessels. Feelfree to ask the owners for more info about their boats.. North of the Border Party Hosted By Royal Victoria Yacht Club4:00pm - 6:00pmEnd of Dock 0Be prepared to answer questions prior to crossing the border.Friday May 2Commode Cup Race2:00pm - 2:30pmDock 2Yes, you heard it right - Commode! The Commode CupTrophy is an actual chamber pot. It came from the RoyalVictoria Yacht Club in 1992 and was intended to be anannual sailboat race between the Commodores of RoyalVictoria and SYC. After the second year, it became acontest between Royal Victoria, Royal Vancouver & SYC.The Commodores of each club meet on Dock 2 Fridayafternoon during the Royal Vancouver Party. Theycompete in Mini-12s and, believe me, once the racestarts, the gloves are off. The race starts in the lagoonbetween Docks 1 and 2 then heads out down the channelinto Portage Bay around a bouy and back to the lagoon.Cheating has been known to happen. Have you ever seena Mini-12 leave an eight inch wake? It has happened. Noone particular club seems to dominate this race and allthree clubs have had winners - if that is what you want tocall it. The Commodore who wins is required to drink outof the Commode Cup Trophy. Their fellow Commodoresfollow suit, share the stage and drink from the “Cup”also!Friday Night Buffet5:00pm - 10:00pmFireside Lounge and Ward RoomJoin us in the Fireside Lounge/Ward Room for adelectable Friday night buffet. No reservations, seatingis first come, first served. Enjoy a selection of saladsand entrees with an awesome dessert buffet! Dock 2 Party Hosted by Royal Vancouver Yacht Club 2:00pm - 4:00pmDock 2Come cheer on the Commodores in theCommode Cup and party with us!Live Band & Dancing7:00pm - 11:00pmThe Underhills will be playing in the Marine Room. Enjoyan evening of live music and dancing that is open to all.

SYC Event Details8:45am Commissioning CeremonyStarting on the SYC lawn. At 8:45 AM the University ofWashington Husky Band will begin to play as Past Admiralsand Admiralettes march in to form an honor guard.Commodores from all visiting yacht clubs are welcomed asare the parade judges and visiting VIPs. The flags of theUnited States and Canada will be raised as their respectivenational anthems are played. The SYC Junior Officers willraise the burgees of all the visiting yacht clubs. SYCCommodores and Board Officers, as well as the Trio, will beintroduced. Words of welcome will be provided by the SYCCommodore and the Opening Day Admiral.12:00pm Parade of BoatsThe SYC cannon will fire precisely at noon. That isthe signal to open the Montlake Cut Bridge and start theParade, leading with USCG Cutter. The last boat throughwill be SFD Chief Seattle!Mark Mayer Sailing Regatta12:00pmLake WashingtonRegatta & ReceptionNo Entry FeeThe annual Mark Mayer Opening Day Regattais a great opportunity for sailors and non-sailorsto try out a low key race around the buoys on LakeWashington and celebrate sailing and socializing onthe water in a fun wrap up to Opening Day festivities.The race takes place just north of the Evergreen Pointfloating bridge on fresh water. One lap of racing in thisfun and casual event with flying & nonflying classes.For Registration, Notice of Race, and otherinformation visit the SYC Regattas webpage by Clicking Here or contact the Sailing Office at (206) 926 - 1009 | ChristinaT@SeattleYachtClub.orgPost Race Awards & Dinner3:00pm to SunsetJoin us at Seattle Yacht Club’s Mainstation for tacos onthe lawn following the race (around 3pm - 3:30pm).Awards to follow.Sunday May 4Saturday May 32025 marks Windermere’s 39th year of sponsoringthe Opening Day crew races. For almost four decadesthe best crews in the world have been traveling toSeattle to compete in the prestigious Windermere CupRegatta. This year is no exception as UW andWindermere host the New Zealand National Team andIndiana University. Look for programs listingparticipating teams and lane assignments to be availableat GoHuskies.com as well as UW rowing Instagram andTwitter; instagram.com/uofwa and twitter.com/UW9:30am VIP Boats Leave from Dock 4& Montlake Cut CLOSED to all Traffic!7:15am - 8:15am CeremonyParticipant BreakfastCeremony participants including visiting Commodoresand VIPs are invited to gather in the Fireside Lounge forbreakfast prior to the Commissioning Ceremony.10:15am Windermere Cup Crew Races6:30pm Closing CeremonyNow it is time to lower the flags and properly close thefestivities. This ceremony takes place after the AwardsCeremony on the SYC lawn. All visiting Commodores areinvited to participate in the closing ceremony.8:00pm - 12:00am AI Closing PartyHeritage RoomCome dance and party the night away!6:00pm Awards CeremonyThe parade is over and the judges have made theirdecisions. It‘s time to find out who the winners are. Thetrophies will be awarded on the lawn next to the tent.Come join in the fun and enjoy some tacos!5:00pm Commodore’s CocktailReceptionBy invitation only, the SYC Commodore invites all visitingCommodores and invited VIPs to a reception in theHeritage Room. It's a wonderful way to relax after a longday and relive the highlights. Attire is Uniform of the Day.3:00pm End of Boat Parade (approx.)4:00pm Montlake Cut Open to MarineTraffic (approx.)9:20am VIP Boats Load at Dock 4

SYC Meals & FoodTrio Specialty CocktailsTotally Tubular SipsSnack ShackEnjoy meals at SYC In The Marine Room Bistro & BarLunches: Special Menu Daily Soup, Salads, Wings, Coconut Prawns, Fish & Chips,Cheeseburger, Impossible BurgerWednesday: Special Menu All DayThursday - Saturday: Special Dinner BuffetSoup, Salad, Fish, Chicken, Pasta, Rice, Veggies, Cake.$32++ for adults and $13++ for kidsSaturday Morning: Continental Breakfast 7:30am - 10:30amFruit, Yogurt, Granola, Pastries - $16++Sunday: Special Menu All DaySaturday 10:00am - 5:00pmLocated on the side of the Jr Clubhouse, near the Concierge Booth.ADMIRAL:Flux CapacitorEmpress GinSt. Germain Elderflower LiqeurTonic WaterVICE ADMIRAL:Overboard Gin & TonicTanqueray GinTonic WaterADMIRALETTE:Material GirlTequilaLime JuiceSoda Water

Queen City Yacht Club - Opening Day WeekClick Here to see the QCYC full schedule and daily details about Main Bar and Ship Store times,plus box lunch info and payment options. Wednesday April 30th:6:00pm - 7:00pm Ste Michelle Wine Tasting & Small Plates $25Thursday May 1st:9:00am - 10:00am: Breakfast Sandwiches by Chef Willie $146:00pm – 8:00pm: Pulled Pork Sandwiches $258:00pm – 10:00pm: Thursday Night KaraokeFriday May 2nd:9:00am - 10:00am: Breakfast a la Carte by Chef Willie 11:00am - 1:30pm: Lunch a la Carte by Chef Willie2:00pm - 4:00pm: BINGO!!! 6:00pm – 8:00pm: DOS DE MAYO TACOS BY AZTECA & MARGARITAS 8:00pm – 11:00pm: Dance the night away with Fusion Funk DJ’s! Saturday May 3rd: IT’S A HOUSE PARTY!!!!11:00am - 11:00am: Breakfast Buffet by Chef Willie $2011:00am - 1:30pm: Chef Willies Famous ***Boxed Lunch $156:00pm - 8:00pm: Willies Addictive BBQ $258:00pm – 11:00pm: Hit the dance floor with our own DESOLATION SOUNDS! Sunday May 4th:8:30am – 11:00am: Tarettes Breakfast Buffet $20WATER SHUTTLE HOURS BETWEEN QCYC & SYC:SHUTTLE LOCATION: SYC Dinghy Dock (Near Dock 2) & QCYC DockThursday: 8:00am – 10:00pmFriday: 8:00am – MidnightSaturday: 7:00am – MidnightSunday: 8:00am - NoonTyee Yacht Club Steak Fry - Saturday May 33229 Fairview Ave., Seattle WA.5:30pm - 7:30pm Steak or Mushroom Dinner7:00pm - 10:00pm Music, Entertainment and Dancing$55 per personAdvance tickets highly suggested. Attendance is limited | Click Here For Details and RegistrationOther Yacht Club Events

Boat Number Pickup InstructionsThe skipper, or designated representative, must pick up their vessel’s boat numbers from the Seattle Yacht Club at1807 E Hamlin Street, Seattle WA prior to the day of the parade. For registered vessels, boat numbers are availableto be picked up at the Seattle Yacht Club on Thursday and Friday before the parade in the Heritage Room.Thursday: 9am – 12pm, 2pm – 5pm, and Friday: 9am – 11am, 2pm – 5pmEach vessel will receive two boat numbers. One must be displayed on the starboard bow as close to the stem aspossible. The second must be displayed on the stern, facing aft. If you have a dinghy on your transom, display theboat number on bottom of your dinghy facing aft. Do not switch boat numbers with other vessels. Boat Number Pickup & Opening Day ParadeParade Boat Order1 A USCG Cutterst2 B Husky Band Boatsnd3 C Club Officer’s Saluterd4 D Classic Power 40' & Overth5 E Classic Sailth6 F Classic Power Under 40'th7 G Novelty Decoratedth8 H Dressed Sailth9 I Dressed Powerth10 J Wilson Seamanshipth11 K SYC Invitationalth12 L Cougar Yacht Clubth13 M Spinnaker Groupth14 N Youth Sponsored Decoratedth15 O Sponsored Decoratedth16 P Decorated Sailth17 R Decorated Powerth18 S Spiritth19 T Decorated Commercialth20 U Working Boatsth21 V SPD Chief Seattle Fire BoatstParade InstructionsClick here for Parade Instructions & Parade Info for Day of Parade, Awards, & More on the SYC SiteNo religious / political signs are permitted, & entrants are responsible to remove litter or decorations left in water.Safety ConsiderationsAll emergency communication should be transmitted on VHF Ch. 16 or 911. Children under 13 must wear lifejacketsA $2,500 fine and/or jail sentence could result from throwing water balloons or any other objects from your boat.In keeping with the strict policy of protecting our environment, please be ecologically minded by refraining fromusing overboard discharge heads, releasing balloons, using plastic streamers or in any way polluting our waterways.Questions? Contact paradedirector@seattleyachtclub.org

Parade Trophies & Class SpecificationGOLDEN POTLATCH TROPHIES“Best Classic Power Yacht 40’ and Over”“Best Novelty Decorated”OLD TIMERS TROPHY“Best Classic Sailboat”FOUNDERS TROPHY“Best Classic Power 40 or Under’”MARINER FRIEDLANDER TROPHY“Best Dressed Sail”“Best Dressed Power”WILSON SEAMANSHIP TROPHYTIM BERGER MEMORIAL TROPHY“Best Youth Sponsored Decorated”PAST COMMODORE’S TROPHY“Best Yacht Club Sponsored Decorated”ADMIRALETTE’S TROPHY“Best Decorated Sail”LADY PRESIDENT’S TROPHY“Best Decorated Power”GROUP SPIRIT TROPHY“Best Spirit”COMMERCIAL & WORKING BOATSTROPHY“Best Working Boat”ADMIRAL’S TROPHY SYC GRANDSWEEPSTAKES“Best Overall Decorated Yacht”THE WILSON SEAMANSHIPTROPHYSo just what is the Wilson SeamanshipTrophy and why does it get such bigbilling as part of the Opening DayParade? The trophy, a lovely hand castcannon weighing approximately 100 lbs,was manufactured and donated to SYCin 1978 by Club members Chester andPatricia Wilson. As the Deed of Giftstates, “This award shall be presentedeach year to the Yacht Club who isdetermined to have best competed inthe Opening Day Parade according torules of seamanship and courtesyaccording to criterion determined yearto year.” Points are awarded by thejudges for the following criteria; fleetspacing and maneuvering, fleet holdingposition, fleet crews at attention andattire, and fleet overall nauticalappearance.

Club Officers’ SaluteThis class allows flag officers to represent theiryacht club or boating organization and salute Opening Day officials whilepassing. This class will not be judged, but each boat (power or sail) will bedressed in proper nautical flags and the crew will be dressed in propernautical attire. Any yacht club or boating organization is limited to oneentry.Classic Sail & Classic PowerAny restored boat (power or sail) whose restoration is in keeping with theoriginal design. Minimum age for a powerboat entry is 40 years; sailboat, 25years. One boat per entry. Any yacht club, boating organization orindividual may have multiple entries in this class. Each entry will be judgedon the following categories: hull, paint, brightwork, restoration of originalvessel, nautical appearance of crew and total overall impression.Dressed Sail & Dressed PowerAny single boat (power or sail), with an overall nautical appearance andproper use of dress flags. Only nautical signal flags may be used. Limited toone boat per entry. Multiple entries allowed. Each entry will be judged onthe following categories: ship’s company at attention, proper use ofnautical flags, consistent attire of crew, overall appearance and properCaptain’s salute to reviewing party.Wilson SeamanshipAny fleet (fleet = five or more boats), which exhibits good seamanship. Eachfleet will be considered one entry. Any yacht club, boating organization orgroup of individuals may have more than one entry in this class. Each entrywill be judged on the following categories: fleet spacing and maneuvering,fleet holding position, fleet crews at attention, fleet consistent attire andfleet overall nautical appearance.Youth Sponsored DecoratedAny single boat (power or sail), sponsored by any yacht club or boatingorg.’s youth group (aged 21 or younger) that decorates to the establishedOpening Day theme. Each entry must be decorated, with decorationsvisible on both sides. The decorations must be completely designed andexecuted by the youth group. Each entry is limited to one boat. Any yachtclub or boating organization may have more than one entry in this class.Each entry will be judged on the following categories: adherence to theme,originality, costumes, use of sound and overall impact.Parade Definitions of ClassesThese classes are not judgedHusky Band Boats, Cougar Yacht Club, Spinnaker, SYC Invitational,Parade Invitational, and Fire Boats.

Decorated Sail and Decorated PowerAny single boat (power or sail), not sponsored by a yacht clubor boating organization that decorates to the established OpeningDay theme. Each entry must be decorated, with decorations visible onboth sides. Each entry is limited to one boat. Any yacht club or boatingorganization may have more than one member who enters this class, solong as the entry is not sponsored by the club or organization. Each entrywill be judged on the following categories: adherence to theme, originality,costumes, use of sound and overall impact.Novelty DecoratedAny single boat, or fleet of boats, that is decorated in a humorousor novelty manner, to the established Opening Day theme. Each singleentry or fleet will be considered one entry. Any yacht club, boatingorganization or individual may have more than one entry in this class. Eachentry must be decorated with decorations visible on both sides. Each entrywill be judged on the following categories: adherence to theme, originality,costumes, use of sound and overall impact.SpiritAny fleet, which exhibits crowd-pleasing spirit and enthusiasmin attire, decorations and actions. Each fleet will be considered one entry.Only one entry will be accepted from any yacht club, boating organizationor group of individuals. Each entry will be judged on the followingcategories: crew and guest actions, attire, fleet spirit, fleet seamanship andfleet overall look. The use of advertising is NOT permitted. Proper etiquetteand attire will be strictly enforced.Decorated CommercialAny single boat or fleet of boats decorated to the establishedOpening Day theme. Each vessel must be decorated with decorationsvisible on both sides. Advertising is limited to two equal signs (one port;one starboard), with letters no higher than 18 inches, and the sign nolonger than 10 feet. Only the sponsor’s name, logo and website (no phonenumbers) may appear on the sign. The sign shall not identify any yachtclub. For fleet entries, only one boat of the fleet may display signage.Burgees may be flown in accordance with normal flag etiquette.Sponsored DecoratedAny single boat (power or sail), sponsored by any yacht club or boating org. thatdecorates to the established Opening Day theme. Each entry must be decoratedwith decorations visible on both sides. Each entry is limited to one boat. Multipleentries allowed. Each entry will be judged on the following categories: adherenceto theme, originality, costumes, use of sound and overall impact.Working BoatsOpen only to actual commercial working boats. Each entry islimited to one boat. This class will not be decorated. No advertisingmessages or phone numbers will be allowed other than corporateidentification consisting of two equal signs (one port; one starboard) withletters no higher than 18 inches, and the sign no longer than 10 feet.Only the business name and logo is allowed. This is strictly enforced. Eachentry will be judged on the following categories: hull condition, paint,brightwork, consistent attire of crew, adherence to established class rulesand total overall impression.

Event PartnersUniversity of Washington RowingWindermereSince 1987, Windermere Real Estate has proudly partnered withthe Seattle Yacht Club and the University of Washington to hostthe annual Windermere Cup Regatta alongside SYC’s Opening Day. On Saturday, May 3, 2025, we are excited to present the 39thannual Windermere Cup on Seattle’s iconic Montlake Cut. Thisprestigious rowing event has grown to feature 750 athletes,showcasing top talent from local, national, and internationalcrews in a thrilling day of competition. Windermere Cup is a truecelebration of community and sport, and we hope you'll join usfor the excitement. We are honored to collaborate with legendary Seattle organizations to bring this tradition to life. TheUniversity of Washington consistently delivers the highest level of competition, while the Seattle YachtClub plays a key role in creating the world-renowned venue that makes this event so special. We look forward to another incredible year on the Cut and hope to see you there!– Geoff Wood, Jill Wood, & OB JacobiIn 2025, we are pleased to welcome the highest-level ofinternational competition to Montlake. This year wewelcome the New Zealand National Team and the IndianaUniversity who will travel to Seattle to take on theHuskies. New Zealand returns to Montlake after ten yearsand this will be Indiana’s first trip down the famed Cut.The Opening Day/Windermere Cup event is a globalcelebration of the unique culture and community of thePacific Northwest - and all thanks to the people at theSeattle Yacht Club and Windermere Real Estate. These crews feature some of the best rowers in the world and these races promise to be highlycompetitive. On behalf of the University of Washington, and all of our student-athletes whoexperience this spectacular regatta on their Montlake Cut home course, we thank the SeattleYacht Club and Windermere Real Estate, along with the many volunteers and rowing fans, formaking this such a memorable, and uniquely Northwest event.See you at the races,– Yasmin Farooq and Michael Callahan Head Women's & Men's Rowing Coaches

Becoming a Member of The Seattle Yacht ClubSYC FoundationA Family of People Who Love Boating When asked what they like most about SYC, member responses have a recurringtheme - camaraderie. There’s a spirit of friendship and community here that makeseveryone feel welcome. When you tie-up dockside or step inside the clubhouse,you’re met with an extended hand - ready to assist or simply to greet you with asmile. Some call it Northwest Hospitality. We call it the Seattle Yacht Club Family.There’s something for everyone at SYC Members enjoy use of the club’s casual andfine dining restaurants, banquet and meeting facilities, guest moorage, permanentmoorage, Elliott Bay Clubhouse facilities and moorage, use of our 10 world-classoutstations, and reciprocal privileges with more than 200 other yacht clubsaround the world. Visit the SYC Concierge Booth or Click Here for information about membership.Our Mission Statement:To foster, promote and educate the public in the art and skills of boating with anemphasis on supporting youth engaged in amateur competition. For more info onSYC Foundation, or to donate to support the foundation, please visitwww.sycfoundation.org or email info@sycfoundation.org.Thank You!We could not have done it without you!The Trio wishes to extend a heartfelt thank you to themany individuals and yacht clubs that helped to make Opening Day 2025 possible!• To our committee chairs and our almost 250 SYCmember volunteers who put in so many hours.• Our fabulous Seattle Yacht Club staff.• To all participating yacht clubs from around the Salish Sea - Olympia to Canada.• To the Husky Band• And most importantly our spouses and family!

Log Boom MooragePlease refer to the Map for the parade route, log boom location and other information.The log boom is on the northern boundary of the parade route. Note that additionalmoorage is available on the south side of the parade route near Foster Island.This is a volunteer effort. If all goes well, the log boom will be installed the Thursdaybefore Opening Day, and removed the Monday following.Please consider showing support by making a donation when asked.1.Please cheerfully follow the directions given by SYC Marshall boats.2.Please respect the clearly marked area on the west (shore) end of the log boomreserved for University of Washington VIPs.3.On Opening Day, no watercraft may cross or be on the parade route while it isclosed. The parade route closes at 9:30am and does not reopen until the SYCMarshall boats announce the parade route has re-opended, which will be sometimeafter 1430, depending on the length of the parade.4.Moorage is "first come, first served". You may save a spot for your buddy who is afew minutes behind you, but DO NOT try to reserve multiple spots with line, tape orother devices. Please welcome your neighbors. You will meet some great boaters.5.The log boom is provided by SYC and UW. The log boom is open to everyone. If youchoose, you can show support by making a donation to University of Washington. Youuse the boom at your own risk. Neither Seattle Yacht Club nor the University ofWashington are responsible for any injury or damage claims. Please use good judgementand good nautical practices when maneuvering and mooring. Pay attention to weatherconditions and help your fellow boater.For more information, please see the 2025 Log Boom Application page on the Universityof Washington Athletic website and complete the Windermere Cup Moorage DonationForm.Click Here For Guidelines on using Log Boom MoorageCome on down and have a great time!

Dock ZeroIf you have questions, please email dockzero@seattleyachtclub.org. Our goal is for ourvolunteers to respond to emails within 24 hours.We will communicate additional boats accepted off the waiting list if additional space becomesavailable throughout April until May 3rd, 2025.As we know in boating, plans can change last minute. With this in mind, we will be maintaining anactive waitlist and may contact you up until Thursday, May 1, 2025 if there is last-minuteavailability on Dock Zero. Similarly, if you have a confirmed reservation and will not be able toutilize moorage, please notify your club’s dock master and dockzero@seattleyachtclub.org torelease the space to boats on the waiting list. Dock Zero Rules & RegulationsAll yacht clubs must provide a dockmaster - Please Email name and cell number todockzero@seattleyachtclub.org.1.The rights and privacy of others must be respected.2.All boat owners must complete a pre-registration application prior to arrival.3.All boat owners must have insurance of a minimum of $500,000.4.All boats must check in upon arrival, no earlier than Wednesday, April 30, 2025. Radio VHF 68to coordinate docking before final approach to Dock Zero. We need a contact name andphone number as well as the number of people on board.5. It may be possible to have a skipper who is rafted to you monitor your boat if that plan isarranged with / approved by the Dock Zero moorage director. All skippers must fill out a fireplan that must be kept on the boat and all on board must be made familiar with the fire plan.Part of the fire plan is that skippers will have fire extinguishers on their boat and will spendthe nights on their boats while on Dock Zero. No open flames are permitted on Dock Zero!This includes barbecues, tiki torches, blow torches, flame throwers, etc.6.As a courtesy to other boaters, generators and diesel furnaces shall not be operated before0700 or after 2200 hours.7.Skippers of each boat with pets aboard will be held responsible for the actions of their petsat all times aboard and ashore. Dogs MUST be kept on a leash at all times while off the boat.This includes floats, docks, lawns, etc. No pets are allowed in the clubhouse, rest rooms orshowers at any time. Skippers will clean up after their pets.8.Use of conventional marine toilets with overboard discharge of untreated waste isprohibited.9.Boats moored on Dock Zero cannot leave cars parked in SYC parking lots.10.All boats must be off Dock Zero no later than 6pm Sunday, May 4, 2025.11.Communications on VHF 68.12.Rafting:13.• All Boats 60’ or longer are not allowed on Dock Zero• Unless an exception is explicitly granted, all boats must stern-tie to the dock• All boats 40’ or longer must put down a bow anchor

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