Spreckels Lake Level is Dropping
The lake is currently being drained.
The San Francisco Parks and Recreation Department has posted signs on the shores on Spreckels Lake announcing the maintenance work on the lake - to repair subsidence on the southeast shoreline. The work is Scheduled to complete on August 20th.
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Last Updated on Monday, 17 June 2013 20:06 |
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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 curious about 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. |
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Last Updated on Monday, 07 January 2013 11:41 |
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SFMYC to Host the 2013 Infinity-54 National Championship Regatta (Amended)
Spreckels Lake, San Francisco, CA
August 23 - 25, 2013
SFMYC will be hosting the 2013 Infinity-54 Class National Championship. The event is scheduled from August 23rd to August 25, 2013.
Click here to download the Notice of Race and Entry Form (PDF).
For additional information, contact the Race Director, John H. Super (
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Last Updated on Wednesday, 20 March 2013 19:45 |
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SFMYC to Host the 2013 SANTA BARBARA CLASS National Championship Regatta (Amended)
Spreckels Lake, San Francisco, CA
September 9, 10 & 11, 2013
SFMYC will be hosting the 2013 Santa Barbara class National Championship. The event is scheduled from September 9th to September 11th 2013.
Click here to download the Notice of Race and Entry Form (PDF).
For additional information, contact the Race Director, John H. Super (
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Last Updated on Saturday, 16 March 2013 21:00 |
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Last Updated on Monday, 07 January 2013 11:54 |
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Last Updated on Friday, 26 March 2010 15:43 |
AMYA Region 6 Footy Class Championships on July 7/8, 2012
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Last Updated on Monday, 17 June 2013 20:03 |
AMYA Region 6 S/B Class Championships on June 30-July 1, 2012
Coming Soon!! Photos from the S/B Class Championships Regatta.
View Results
Download PDF Flyer here
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Last Updated on Monday, 17 June 2013 20:04 |
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On August 16, 2009 the San Francisco Model Yacht Club (SFMYC) hosted its first All Steam Power Model Boat Regatta. This unique event was the club’s tribute to steam, our first power boat models. 
Click herefor the full article. |
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Last Updated on Saturday, 27 March 2010 12:25 |
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History and Restoration of the Margie (Ken Valk)
 The gasoline powered scale yacht “Margie” is one of the most unique and innovative models that was ever designed and constructed. Its hull was patterned after a World War II John L. Hacker Cabin Cruiser and was scaled down by Don Lyons. Master Craftsman Virgil Gustavino of The San Francisco Model Club originally built her in the early 1940’s. However, it was Ed DeGear, Margie’s first and only owner who is credited with giving Margie many of her advanced mechanical engineering components.
Click Herefor the Article in PDF format.
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Last Updated on Saturday, 27 March 2010 12:24 |
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Lupo Di Mare
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 on Saturday, 22 January 2011 14:15 |
Wooden Boats on Parade
The San Francisco Model Yacht Club hosted the 2010 Wooden Boats on Parade, on Sunday, October 24th.
Since its inception in 1996, Wooden Boats on Parade has grown to become one of the largest model boat exhibitions in the country. Held every two years, the 2008 show attracted over 200 participants from the Western United States and Canada.
Designed 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 on Sunday, 23 January 2011 23:58 |
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