Captains & Mates Yacht Club

Captain & Mates Yacht Club is a virtual cruising club based in the best boating area in the US - the Long Island Sound, and waters of the East Coast (New York, New Jersey, and Connecticut). Our mission is to bring people together who share a love of boating and the adventure of cruising. Our members own a variety of power and sail boats of varying sizes and are known to be a friendly bunch willing to share their love and knowledge about boating and cruising. We schedule three weekend-long getaways over the season (June, July, and August) as well as other social events throughout the year. Whether you are a new or seasoned boater, Captains & Mates is a welcoming community based on our common love of boating, visiting new places, and creating friends and relationships.

Membership

Our Membership dues help operate the Club as well as offset the cost of activities such as brunches and dinners. We don't have a building to maintain or staff, so the focus is 100% on having a fantastic time. Our members coordinate three getaway weekends annually and social activities throughout the year. Members are expected to attend at least two getaways each season. Membership dues are $275 per year per boat (and a one-time initiation fee of $100). The average weekend getaway cost per couple is approximately $275, which includes dinner Friday and Saturday nights and a sail away breakfast on Sunday. Slip fees and transportation costs are separate. Join us!

Commodore's Message

Ahoy Captains & Mates and Potential Members, we look forward to an exciting and adventurous 2024 boating season. Our Fleet Captains have planned three fun get-away weekends (see our Events page) with new activities to explore, as well as our change of watch event in October. In between monthly get-aways, we encourage members to meet up informally on the docks and on the water. This is a wonderful time for those who love boating, the fresh air, and being on the water to connect. I encourage anyone interested to contact us to learn more. Michael Katz, Commodore, we look forward to spending quality time on the water with you!