Essex Yacht Club

Essex Yacht Club, located on the Connecticut River, was founded in 1933 on the principles of friendship and a deep love of yachting. Our mission is to promote excellence in yachting activities among our members, including racing, cruising, and off-water club activities. We are committed to fostering a community of enthusiastic individuals and families brought together through their enjoyment of the boating experience.

In 1933, the Essex Yacht Club began with a simple mission: to promote excellence in yachting activities among its members, including racing, cruising, and off-water club activities. The Club celebrates year-round member activities to promote the Corinthian spirit and the camaraderie of friendship to accomplish this mission. The Club has a rich history, having celebrated its 75th anniversary in 2008, and has grown to become a thriving community of yachting enthusiasts.

Member Activities and Programs

The Essex Yacht Club offers a variety of member activities and programs to promote the Corinthian spirit and the fine traditions of yachting excellence. Our year-round member activities include:

• Racing: The Club hosts a variety of racing events throughout the year, including the Wetherill Race and the Rum Challenge.
• Cruising: Members can participate in organized cruises on the Connecticut River and beyond.
• Off-water Club Activities: The Club hosts a variety of social events, including the Annual Meeting, Speakeasy, and Shoreside events.
• Junior Sailing: The Club offers a junior sailing program to introduce young members to the sport of sailing.
• Women's Sailing: The Club has a active women's sailing program, including the Women's Sailing Regatta.
• Ideal 18s Frostbite: The Club offers a one-design race series on the Ideal 18s in the winter months.

Facilities

Essex Yacht Club is located on the Connecticut River and offers a variety of facilities for the use of its members. The Club's facilities include a clubhouse, dockage, and launching ramp. The clubhouse features a dining room, bar, and lounge, as well as meeting and function rooms. The Club's dockage and launching ramp are available for the use of members for the storage and launching of their boats.

Reciprocal Arrangements

The Essex Yacht Club recognizes and extends reciprocal privileges for the use of its facilities to Members of other yacht clubs that offer corresponding courtesies to our members on a cash or credit card basis. The Club maintains a list of the clubs extending reciprocal privileges to EYC members and can arrange letters of introduction for Members wishing to visit these clubs.