The RHYC Cruisers consist of members, most of who are boat owners of cruising sail and power boats of all classes. If you're a new or existing member of the Club and would like to join a welcoming group, or if you would be interested in helping to organize a cruising event, contact Rick and Debbie McQuin via the Club Manager, Cruising Chairpersons for 2021. They will answer any questions that you may have and would be pleased to introduce you to cruising sailors or have a member accompany you on your first cruise and introduce you to a very welcoming group.
June 19 to 20
Canada Day Weekend
July 2 to 4
July 17 to 18
Civic Holiday Weekend
July 31, August 1 & 2
Labour Day Weekend
September 4 to 6
The RHYC cruising group arranges a number of cruises per season. Recently they have visited Niagara-on-the-Lake (great destination for Niagara Peninsula, Niagara Falls and Wine Country), Oakville (Old Oakville provides a relaxing walking destination with great restaurants), Port Dalhousie (close to the Henley Regatta Course and refurbished water front restaurant district), Fifty Point (a marina set in a Halton Conservation Authority Area), Toronto (several clubs offer reciprocity and make this a great City destination for theatre and much more) and many others. Going with the cruising group makes an overnight cruise that much more enjoyable, not to mention the wine and cheese parties we host to meet new friends and chat about sailing and all things nautical.
The Cruising Enthusiasts consists of Members of the Club who are interested in organizing cruising activities throughout the year (In the winter months some members have organized cruises to meet in the BVI and destinations offshore). Other events such as The Easter Seals Regatta provide members with an opportunity to support the community and provide an enjoyable sail around Hamilton Bay and create a special day for children. It's a great way to be involved in the club, cruising and creating community spirit.
Power and Sail cruisers are welcome. For these events RHYC cruisers trade slips with the visiting reciprocal club so everyone is guaranteed a slip when you arrive. Each Cruise has a Cruise Captain that will plan a social event, but there is also lots of opportunity for exploring the reciprocal club and use of their facilities.
The sign-up sheets for each cruise are posted on the club notice board. There will be a maximum number of boats noted on each sign-up sheet - so sign up early.
For any questions, please call Rick or Debbie McQuin at 905-648-3966 or call the Cruise Captain for the cruise you are interested in.
For more information on cruising events at RHYC please email cruising@rhyc.ca. For a list of Reciprocal yacht clubs go to our reciprocal page.