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Our club is devoted to the building and sailing of model yachts, both power and sail. Whether you are a builder, sailor, or just plain interested in this interesting and beautiful hobby, all are welcome.
We are located in San Francisco’s historic Golden Gate Park at the 36th Avenue and Fulton Street entrance. There we have a clubhouse and a lake, both of which are devoted to model yachting.
Membership is open to anyone with an interest in model yachting and power boating. You do not need to reside in the San Francisco Bay area to be a member, we have members from across the United States. Join the San Francisco Model Yacht Club. |
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Last Updated ( Monday, 28 April 2008 )
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The regatta calendar has been revised, effective 7/1/08. The changes only affect freesailors, not RC. All October events have been changed. Classic X race 6 has been moved forward to Wednesday August 20. That's not a misprint: WEDNESDAY. If you have questions, contact Mike Stobbe, Freesail Squadron Officer.
2008 Calendar 01July2008.pdf |
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Last Updated ( Friday, 04 July 2008 )
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 Wooden Boats on Parade The San Francisco Model Yacht Club will host its big fall event, Wooden Boats on Parade, on Saturday, October 11th, from 9:00 AM to 4:30 PM. The venue is beautiful Spreckels Lake in Golden Gate Park. The lake is located at 36th Avenue and Fulton Streets ( Map).
Since its inception in 1996, the show has grown to become one of the largest model boat exhibitions in the country. The last show, held two years ago, attracted over 200 participants from the Western United States and Canada. Its purpose is to promote the skills and craftsmanship of model boat building and sailing by showcasing some of the finest examples of museum quality vintage and contemporary ship models in a relaxed and non-competitive setting. |
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Last Updated ( Wednesday, 28 May 2008 )
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 Lupo Di Mare Ken Valk has written an interesting construction article about Aging and Weathering. The article can be found here.
Since Ken completed the “Lupo Di Mare” (Sea Dog in Italian), a 60 inch 1932 era Monterey Clipper used for salmon and crabbing on the West Coast, many fellow modelers have asked how she was finished. The article includes some thoughts and tips which may help builders (beginning and experienced) to created the perfect weather and aged appearance on your next model.
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Last Updated ( Saturday, 24 May 2008 )
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The April 2008 Nautical News is available in PDF format. April 2008 - Vol. 110 No. 4 Newsletter (requires Adobe Reader Download the Reader here)
COMMODORE’S CORNER
The 2008 season is off to a good start. During the March meeting we were treated to examples of incredible craftsmanship. Dick Pretel, whose assistance in the restoration of the Margie was invaluable, brought one of his hand-built model engines to the meeting. It was a real treat to see a self-starting model of an internal combustion engine actually run. And what eye candy-a beautiful piece of work.
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Last Updated ( Monday, 28 April 2008 )
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The Sail Squadron class champions list for the 2007 sailing season has been released. |
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Last Updated ( Thursday, 06 March 2008 )
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The January 2008 Nautical News is available in PDF format. January 2008 - Vol. 110 No. 1 Newsletter (requires Adobe Reader Download the Reader here)
COMMODORE’S CORNER
Well here we are again, the end of another year. The club elected new officers for the upcoming year at our December meeting. |
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Last Updated ( Monday, 28 April 2008 )
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