Cruising Group @ HYC

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Howth Yacht Club Cruising Group

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The HYC Cruising Group is involved in almost everything to do with boats (even, occasionally, racing!) However, the word “cruising” is something of a misnomer for this Group, implying as it does that we only leap onto boats and vanish over the horizon. We do go cruising but also sail/motor, anchor in company, exchange cruising, technical and safety information, and enjoy ourselves afloat and ashore. And being a boat owner isn’t a requirement – you just need an interest in them!

The Cruising Group meets on the first Monday of each month in the Asgard Room of HYC and all are welcome. We  arrange informative talks, social events, and sometimes training both theory and practical.  During the main sailing season (May to September), the Group organises day cruises (“armadas”) to various anchorages and harbours around the coast, and sets off on longer cruises too; always with an aim of inclusion, safety, sociability and a good bite to eat.  In the off-season, there are shorter trips, for lunch or an overnight stay or just a sail. 

If you want to join the Cruising Group, just send an email to [email protected].  Previous sailing experience is not necessary, the only requirement is that you are a HYC member.  If you have any questions or have information to share, please get in touch by email.

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Upcoming Events

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December 2, 2024

Monthly Meeting

Time: 19:00-21:00
Cost: Free
Held in the Asgard Room. All are welcome.
December 7, 2024

Cruising Group Awards Dinner

Time: 19:00-22:30
Cost: €55
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Cruising News & Updates

Here you will find our latest updates on all Cruising news. Everything from Talks in the Club to
upcoming cruises to cruising logs...

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Watch and Learn

Video Corner

In this section you can enjoy our cruising videos - This is a dedicated playlist for the cruising
group on HYC's YouTube Channel

Weather Wisdom at Howth Yacht Club: Met Éireann&#039s Joanna Donnelly Decodes Irish Weather
Weather Wisdom at Howth Yacht Club: Met Éireann's Joanna Donnelly Decodes Irish Weather
01:28:39
Understanding Local Tides at Howth Yacht Club
Understanding Local Tides at Howth Yacht Club
25:52
Howth Yacht Club Presents: 3 Strand Splicing Tutorial
Howth Yacht Club Presents: 3 Strand Splicing Tutorial
12:23
Victoria Lock and the Newry Ship Canal
Victoria Lock and the Newry Ship Canal
04:48
The Cruising Group goes SUPing!
The Cruising Group goes SUPing!
01:28
&#039The Power of Blue,&#039 a HYC Talk by Eoin Kernan
'The Power of Blue,' a HYC Talk by Eoin Kernan
01:07:04