boothbay harbor yacht club photos

Boothbay Register

Serving boothbay, boothbay harbor, southport & edgecomb since 1876.

• Visit our partners:
• Wiscasset Newspaper
• PenBay Pilot
• Business Directory

Classifieds

• Public Notices
• Be a Supporter

Boothbay Harbor Yacht Club

The Boothbay Harbor Yacht Club (BHYC) is aglow with holiday spirit as December unfolds, revealing a captivating tapestry of festive decorations, leadership transitions, and exciting developments. Against the picturesque backdrop of Boothbay Harbor, the club is gearing up for the upcoming 2024 season with renewed energy and a touch of maritime magic.

Festive Illumination on the Waterfront

The BHYC is a beacon of light this holiday season, with Christmas decorations adorning the club's landscape. The junior program dock stands out with a radiant glow, casting a warm ambiance over the waterfront. Adding to the festive spectacle, two Opti boats have been transformed into twinkling marvels, captivating onlookers with their creative and colorful displays. The shimmering lights along Route 27 reflect the club's commitment to spreading joy and creating memorable experiences for members and passing traffic.

New Faces Charting New Courses

Change is afoot at BHYC, as the club welcomes three new board members into its fold. Bill Hunt, Jen Baker, and Sarah Clark bring fresh perspectives and enthusiasm to the table, stepping into the roles previously held by Don Tomlin, Sharma Schacknow, and Greg Shea. This injection of new leadership promises exciting opportunities and a dynamic vision for the future of the club.

BHYC is also seeing changes in key leadership positions.  Scott Blake has been elected as the new Rear Commodore, succeeding Jon Dunsford.  Marion Flores assumes the role of Treasurer, taking over from Kitty Chapman.  Notably, Commodore Jeff Long, Vice Commodore Charlie Cochrane, Secretary Sandi Hakanson, and Finance Committee Chair Jason Denby will continue their dedicated service for another year, providing stability and expertise as the club sets sail into the new season.

Clubhouse Winterization and Renovations  

While winter has settled in, the BHYC clubhouse is far from dormant.  It has been meticulously winterized and stands ready to embrace the challenges and excitement of the upcoming 2024 season. Several renovation projects are currently underway, enhancing the club's facilities and ensuring a comfortable and welcoming environment for all members, new and existing.  For more information about the Club and becoming a member, visit our website www.bhyc.net .  

Achieving Victory on the Waters

The Boothbay Region Sailing Club celebrated a triumphant conclusion to their season, showcasing their prowess on the waters with a collaborative spirit that extended beyond the immediate Boothbay region.  The team, comprised of eighteen C420 and four Optimist sailors, not only from Boothbay and Boothbay Harbor but also from Edgcomb, Alna, Bremen, Dresden, Bristol, and Damariscotta, sailed their way to success in regional competitions. 

"I am incredibly proud of our team's accomplishments this season. The dedication and hard work of each sailor, along with the support from our community, have truly made this a successful year for the Boothbay Region Sailing Club," remarked Chris Liberti, head coach of the team. 

The team's success serves as a testament to the value of community collaboration and the importance of fostering a love for sailing among the youth.  As the season comes to a close, the Boothbay Harbor Yacht Club and its surrounding communities celebrate not only the victories on the water but also the bonds forged among students from various towns. 

Ship's Store: A Treasure Trove of Maritime Merchandise  

Under the watchful eye of Abby Smith, the Ship's store is undergoing a transformation. Members can expect a fresh selection of items that showcase the spirit of BHYC.  The store is set to become a hub of activity, offering a curated collection of merchandise that combines functionality with a touch of maritime flair.  The Ship’s Store is open year-round and has relocated into the Sailing and Education Center for the off-season.  

As Boothbay Harbor enters the winter months, the Yacht Club stands as a beacon of community, tradition, and progress.  With its festive decorations, new leadership, and commitment to excellence, the BHYC invites members and visitors alike to share in the joy of the holiday season and look forward to the adventures that lie ahead on the open waters of 2024. 

Most Popular

A rare visitor from far north, fire devastates edgecomb home, boothbay harbor police department..., maria e. ‘marlies’ boyd, lincoln county sheriff’s office: 4..., neglected irish setters up for..., good news, bad news, a quiet pride month for boothbay..., christopher d. gistis.

View the discussion thread.

Click your role to login:

Support the boothbay register.

Please help sustain local journalism. Become an online member today:

Welcome and thank you for your support.

To manage your account, just hover and click on your name above.

HAPPY HOUR DAILY FROM 4:00-5:00PM At 727 OCEAN SUNSET BAR

BONEHEADS BOB COLWELL PERFORMS AT 727 OCEAN SUNSET TUESDAY EVENING FROM 5:30 to 7:30PM

Deck Bar & Grill - OPEN – Daily for Lunch, Drinks & Dinner!

THE PUB - OPEN – LUNCH 11:30AM - 2:30PM & DINNER 5-9PM

Lunch 🍽️ Dinner

Rental Cottages

Mini Maine Blueberry Pies!

HOLY MACKEREL DUO SERVES UP SOME LOCAL LOVE THIS SUNDAY FROM 2-5PM AT 727 OCEAN SUNSET

Chicken jalapeño popper sliders?!

SINGER/SONGWRITER KATIE DAGGETT PERFORMS AT 727 OCEAN SUNSET at SMUGGLERS COVE TUESDAY EVENING 5:30 TO 7:30PM

BONEHEADS BOB COLWELL TO PERFORM TUESDAY EVENING 5:30 to 7:30 AT 727 OCEAN SUNSET

Upstairs ↕️ Downstairs is OPEN at MINE OYSTER

Your friendly neighborhood pharmacy ⚕️

HAPPY HOUR DAILY FROM 4-5PM AT 727 OCEAN SUNSET

Happy Hour and a new menu Thursday!

Lobster Mac & Cheese!

Alzheimer’s disease support group - zoom.

LOVE OUR LOCALS “LOL” THIS SUNDAY FROM 2-5 AT 727 OCEAN SUNSET

Open Lunch & Dinner with a show on Sunday

John @ Kaler’s

Recent listings, babysitter for jul & aug, housekeeper/healthcare.

BLDGS/GROUNDS ASSISTANT

Town of Boothbay Harbor New Victulars Licenses 6-10-24

Town of Boothbay Harbor Building Permits 5-30-24

William Raveis Real Estate

Newcastle Realty Buying Or Selling Call Alicia Long

Renys Part Time Nights and General Warehouse Positions

Cash Account Barters Island Boothbay

Crooker Construction Alna Blasting June 11

Place a Classified More Classifieds>>

‘Getting Along’: Student film collaboration with Heartwood and LA

Wsc public dinner, southport historical society annual meeting, wiscasset set for success event, westport community association plant sale.

Boothbay Harbor Yacht Club

Maine compass.

• Food + Drink
• Home + Decor
• Hospitality
• Recreational Cannabis

The Boothbay Harbor Yacht Club Regatta and Shipyard Cup Classics Challenge sails again this Summer, July 23 and 24.  Even bigger and better than last year’s regatta where the Shipyard Cup Classics Challenge debuted, this year’s event will feature an expanded classic racing yachts division along with its traditional PHRF and One Design divisions, including the iconic Boothbay Harbor One Designs.  A fleet of over 60 yachts is expected.

The Shipyard Cup Classics Challenge component of the weekend will again be the first in a series of Maine regattas that are part of the Classic Yacht Owners Association Challenge Series.  A not-to-be-missed Parade of Sail through beautiful Boothbay Harbor featuring these spectacular vessels will be also be back on Sunday, July 24 at 10:00 a.m.

2022 marks the 48th year of Boothbay Harbor Yacht Club’s Regatta, a highlight of summers on the Boothbay peninsula since 1974.

Photos: Keith Luke

Contact Information

• 207.633.5750
• [email protected]

WE DELIVER.

Bring the best of Maine right to your front door.

Subscribe now.

Stay in touch!

Join our email list to stay updated on all things Maine; food & drink, events & festivals, home & garden and much more!

Boothbay Harbor Yacht Club

Location & Hours

Suggest an edit

156 Western Ave

West Boothbay Harbor, ME 04575

Other Boat Charters Nearby

Balmy Day Cruises

0.8 miles away from Boothbay Harbor Yacht Club

See Maine from the Sea with All Kinds of Boat Trips. Call or book online. read more

in Boating, Boat Charters

Recommended Reviews

• 1 star rating Not good
• 2 star rating Could’ve been better
• 3 star rating OK
• 4 star rating Good
• 5 star rating Great

Select your rating

Overall rating

An enormous thank you to a lovely club that has allowed us to leave cars and make crew changes during 25 years of sailing Maine. Always a friendly experience.

People Also Viewed

Reel Addiction Sport Fishing

Schooner Eastwind

Lazy Jack Cruises

Harborfields Cottages

Portland Schooner

Casco Bay Custom Charters

Fogg’s Water Taxi and Charters

Damariscotta River Cruises

Portland Discovery Land & Sea Tours

Browse Nearby

Restaurants

Personal Chefs

Entertainment

Photographers

Find more Boat Charters near Boothbay Harbor Yacht Club

Related Cost Guides

Boat Charters

Boudoir Photography

Bounce House Rentals

Event Photography

Valet Services

Videographers

• 5 More Cost Guides

Classic Yacht Challenge Series Regatta

Boothbay Harbor Yacht Club Regatta and Shipyard Cup Classics Challenge

July 23 - 25, 2021 - Boothbay, ME

Division Region:

Number of Races: 4

Great racing and social events in Boothbay Harbor upcoming in July. The BHYC Regatta is expanding traditional PHRF handicap racing by adding several divisions of Classic Yachts. This major addition recognizes the large fleet of Classic yachts in New England and especially on the coast of Maine and their popularity. Boothbay Harbor Yacht Club is coordinating with the Classic Yacht Owners Association (CYOA), Friendship Sloop Association, Boothbay Harbor One Design Association among several others in adding Classics to the 47th year of this historic regatta. Combining Classics with the traditional large PHRF and One Design fleets will make for an exciting experience. The timing of July 24th and 25th allows for participation in GMORA and Classic signature events later in July and August. Presented by Boothbay Harbor Yacht Club in conjunction with the marine community and support from key sponsors, Hodgdon Yachts, Bristol Marine’s Shipyard at Boothbay Harbor and many others, the weekend will offer competitive racing and the beauty of sail on Booth Bay.

Participating CYOA Yachts: 

(Click a boat to see the profile. Owners: you can update your profile under the  Portal ).

Thanks to our Diamond and Gold Partners

Interested in becoming a partner of the cyoa join as a partner online or contact us at info @ classicyachts.org for details..

SPERRY SAILS

The Classic Yacht Owners Association is an exempt organization as described in Section 501(C) (3) of the Internal Revenue Code. Donations and membership fees are charitable contributions and tax-deductible. Employer Identification Number: 81-285925

© Copyright 2024. All Rights Reserved. Website by risingT, LLC.

Boothbay Harbor

Last edited by:

Nat Warren-White

• May 21, 2024

Maine , Midcoast

Photo: John Buie - Flickr

Heading north past Fisherman’s and Squirrel Islands, you’ll find the buzzing metropolis of Boothbay Harbor, where you’ll be well-served by several marinas and a big shopping center where you can find all kinds of delights. Many cruisers find the range and depth of services a welcome choice after visiting remote anchorages; a few find the pace frenetic when the goal of a vacation is to unwind.

Approach & Cautions

Photo: Cuckhold Light by Ashley Frill, Flickr

Approaching from south, west, or east is easy and straightforward. Just be aware of heavy traffic in the vicinity — fishing vessels, yachts, ferries, and daysailors abound.

If you’re arriving across from Muscongas Bay or Damariscotta River just to the east of Boothbay, it may be easier to leave Fisherman’s Island to port between it and Ocean Point. There are 3 red nuns inside Fisherman’s, which should be left to starboard. Leave Squirrel, Burnt, and Mouse Islands to port and enter Boothbay Harbor on the east side.

You can also approach Boothbay easily from either the Sheepscot River to the west via Townsend Gut or from seaward, leaving Fisherman’s Island to starboard and passing to either side of Squirrel Island, observing red lighted buoy #4. Head for red lighted buoy #8 off Tumbler Island, leaving Burnt Island and its lighthouse and Mouse Island to port. Leave the lighted green buoy #1A to port off the end of McFarland Island, and the harbor is a straight shot ahead of you.

Click the chart to open Navionics

Not to be used for Navigation .

Docking, Anchorages, or Moorings

Just to the right as you enter the harbor, the first marina is Carousel , which usually has plenty of guest moorings available, plus showers, fuel, water, and a restaurant. It’s not a far hike from Carousel into town, where your kids will go wild with the temptations of ice cream, souvenirs, and anything one can imagine in a Maine summer revelry. Call Carousel Marina (207-633-2922) or via VHF Ch 9; alternatively, the next marina on the right is Brown’s Wharf , Ch 9 & 16 (207-633-5440). Other marinas offer dockage and moorings, but we do not have recent experience with them. A complete list is provided at the bottom of this page. Expect price increases in 2022 versus prior years.

Boothbay Harbor Yacht Club, on the far left (port) side of Boothbay Harbor, welcomes visitors, offering rental moorings at $50 per night for boats up to 60 feet, including launch service, Wi-Fi, showers, laundry, tennis, bar, and dining room access — all described via the link above.

Limited anchorage can be found in 24 to 42 feet in the outer harbor northward of Tumbler Island and off McKown Point. The inner harbor has depths of 6 to 24 feet. Megayachts anchor south of Tumbler Island between Mouse Island and Spruce Point.

The Boothbay Harbor Harbormaster is Rob Leavitt at 207-380-7602. Peter Ripley covers Boothbay and East Boothbay; 207-380-7283 .

All marinas - Ch 9 BH Yacht Club - Ch 9

Carousel, Hodgdon

Carousel, Brown's, BBH Marina, Tugboat, Hodgdon, BHYC

ELECTRICITY

All marinas

Marinas & BHYC

Some marinas

Nearly all marinas Boothbay Harbor Memorial Library , 4 Oak Street

Several marinas Harbormaster at Town Dock

Hodgdon, BBH Shipyard,

Most marinas

1) Boothbay Region Health Center Family practice (207) 633-1075 2) Lincoln Medical Partners Family Care Center (207) 633-7820 3) LincolnHealth St. Andrews Urgent Care (207) 633-2121

MORE BOAT AMENITIES

There are many excellent boatyards in the Boothbay area. One known to us is Hodgdon Yacht Services at Southport Island   (207) 633-2970 . It is located in Ebencook Harbor (described below), a modest distance by water from Boothbay.

Getting Ashore

Photo: Public Landing at Boothbay by "Miss Ninja Girl"

It’s easy to use the dinghy dock around the back of the main dockage at Carousel Marina or head up to the inner harbor, and you’ll find the public landing (aka Town Dock) just south of Fisherman’s Wharf.

Boothbay Harbor Yacht Club allows the use of its docks to mooring customers along with launch service.

Photo: Downeast Candy

Provisioning

• Hannaford supermarket
• Brown’s Farm Stand
• Pinkham’s (gourmet shop)
• Downeast Candies

Photo: Courtesy of Maine Foodie Tours

There are many restaurant choices. Here are a few we know about (alphabetically):

• Bet’s Famous Fish Fry
• Blue Moon Café
• Boathouse Bistro – tapas bar and restaurant
• Boothbay Lobster Wharf – seafood
• Brady’s – American Bar & Seafood
• Bridge Street Café
• HarborSide 1901 Bar & Grill
• Kaler’s Lobster
• Mama D’s Coffe House
• McSeagull’s Food & Spirits
• Mine Oyster
• Ports of Italy – upscale Italian
• PORTS Pizzeria
• Red Cup Coffee House
• Robinson’s Wharf (near Southport Swing Bridge)
• Shannon’s Unshelled
• Taka Mediterranean – bar and grill
• The Thistle Inn Restaurant
• The Whale’s Tale & Seafarer’s Pub at Carousel Marina
• Tugboat Inn Restaurant

Photo: Boothbay Region Historical Society by Geoff Ingalls

Hiking to and around town and exploring the many delights of Boothbay is great entertainment for cruisers of all ages. Click here for a walking map.

Boothbay Region Land Trust has many preserves on the peninsula, many with hiking trails.

Photo: Courtesy of Coastal Maine Botanical Garden

Other Things To Do

The Boothbay Coastal Maine Botanical Gardens is a must-see with its giant troll statues created from recycled wood by Danish artist Thomas Dambo. Amazing! And the Butterfly and Moth House are gothic-style buildings with caterpillars and butterflies from all over New England.

Just to the west of Townsend Gut and a short hop to the south around the top of Southport Island, you’ll find Ebenecook Harbor, which leads you into quaint and cozy Love Cove, a favorite cruiser’s anchorage just around the corner from the Hodgdon Yacht Services Southport Boatyard, a good pit-stop much less hectic than Boothbay proper. You can often find empty moorings in Love Cove, and anchoring is easy.

Other Nearby Anchorages – East Boothbay/South Bristol & Christmas Cove — all close by.

Marine Research Labratories – They offer tours and educational programs and are well worth visiting (call ahead): NOAA Marine Fisheries Lab  and the Bigelow Lab .

Boothbay Harbor Marinas & Docks for Getting Ashore

From Right to Left (Counterclockwise)

OUR REVIEWS

What CCA Members are saying:

Boothbay has been a favorite and valuable stop for many years. Always fun and a great place to shop and indulge in treats of all kinds for all ages! Also a fascinating people and boat watching spot. Many big and little vessels of all stripes and sizes dock here. And the marine labs (Bigelow and NOAA) are a great resource

Got some feedback or notes for this page?

Send us your input., 2024 storms have wreaked havoc on the maine coastline., click here to learn more about how we are updating our pages to reflect the changes affecting cruisers., subscribe to our newsletter for updates your inbox.

Venues you may like

See other venues that are popular with couples right now

Reviews of Boothbay Harbor Yacht Club

• Quality of service 5 out of 5 rating 5.0
• Average response time 4 out of 5 rating 4.0
• Professionalism 4.5 out of 5 rating 4.5
• Value 5 out of 5 rating 5.0
• Flexibility 5 out of 5 rating 5.0

Are you interested?

Explore other wedding venues in your area

Find your ideal space among popular ones and Couples' Choice Award winners.

Would you like to visit?

Other vendors in Portland for your wedding

Wedding venues.

• Barn & Farm Weddings
• Hotel Weddings
• Winery Weddings
• Restaurant Weddings
• Mansion Weddings
• Church & Temple Weddings
• Boat Weddings
• Park & Outdoor Weddings
• Historic Weddings
• Banquet Halls
• Beach Weddings
• Garden Weddings
• Waterfront Weddings
• Outdoor Weddings

Boothbay Harbor Yacht Club

50th Annual

Boothbay Harbor Yacht Club Regatta and Shipyard Cup Classics Challenge July 20 & 21, 2024

SAVE THE DATE for the 2024 Parade of Sail in the inner Harbor on July 21st, at 10:00 a.m. In the mean time, please enjoy a recap of the 2023 line up.

Wishing Star (Parade Leader)

Brown Eyed Girl (Race Committee)

North Star (Race Commitee)