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Last updated 02/07/08                                    info@spokaneyachtclub.com  

  Welcome to the Spokane Yacht Club {SYC} web site. The primary purpose of this site is to communicate to our members about the upcoming activities, events and meetings. It is also a place to share the memories and photo's! Secondly, a new way to introduce our friends and prospective members to all the fun we have to offer! Above all an exciting way to share the fun! Enjoy!

  The purpose of the Spokane Yacht Club is to serve the interests of boat owners and enthusiasts. To protect such persons against adverse legislation and taxation. To prevent the pollution of area waters and camping facilities. To stimulate a greater interest in boating among all the citizens in the area served by the club. To provide a medium for the exchange of boating information. To own or lease property for club uses. To develop more adequate boat storage and dock facilities. And to do all other things which will tend to service owners and operators of boating equipment and to further interest of boating generally.

  The Spokane Outboard club was formed in 1954 with 38 charter members, and incorporated in 1954. By mandate of membership, in 1967 the name was changed to The Spokane Yacht Club. In 1961 SYC purchased 7 acres of land with 450 feet of beach on the Spokane River in Couer d'Alene, Idaho. A short time after an extensive property development program began. Most members donated many hours to build a road, launch ramp,docks, restrooms, clubhouse, electric service and many other improvements. In recent years kitchen and other improvements have been made to the clubhouse. Although a fulltime caretaker lives on the grounds, the property chairman, with the help of a committee, requires the assistance of all members in the annual upkeep and major projects. SYC owns and operates the property for the enjoyment of members and guests.

  SYC is a club featuring activities of interest to boaters throughout the year. Social activities begin with the Commodores Ball in January, which includes the installation of the new Board. There is also a spring and Fall Dance.

  A cruise schedule is organized each year which includes  a spring Shakedown Cruise, Annual  Kid's Day at our property, camp outs, cruises with other boating clubs as well as many other fun cruises. Also an annual BBQ is arranged by the Vice Commodore in conjunction with the initiation of new members. Historically, the local Blue Gavel is invited to plan and carry out the initiation.

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