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Welcome to the CYA

A refuge for owners and admirers of wooden boats.

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Upcoming Events

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Mahurangi Regatta 24-26 January 2025

A favorite event on the CYA calendar, 'Mahurangi' offers something for everyone.
For lovers of all things old and beautiful, classic launches, sailboats and dinghies converge for three days of fun and frivolity in the Mahurangi Harbour.
This year the CYA are putting on a sponsored l’Authentique gourmet BBQ on Saturday night. Please pre-register to ensure we can cater accordingly.
See you there.

On-Water Events

  • DYC Night Race:
    Friday 24th January Race 3 of the Passage Series. Starts from Devonport Yacht Club 15:00.
  • Classic Launch Rally:
    Saturday 25th January 0930hrs, Classic launches will gather at Scotts Landing and parade through the buoys by Meola. Afterwards you are welcome to join planned activities at Sullivan bay including picnic, sack races, tug of war, pétanque, sandcastle building and swimming races.
  • Mahurangi Regatta:
    Saturday 25th January Sailing yachts of all shapes and sizes racing around the harbour and islands, organised by the Mahurangi Yacht Club.
  • CYA Race to Auckland:
    Sunday 26th January Race 4 of the Passage Series. Starts at 10:30.

Off- Water Fun

  • The CYA Mahurangi BBQ sponsored by L’Authentique & Baldry and Sanford:
    Saturday 25th from 6:30pm
    Please join us on the grass at Scotts landing for a selection of gourmet meats.
    Let us make it easier for you by supplying and cooking choice cuts of beef filet, chicken, burger patties, sausages, breads and condiments. Just bring your picnic blankets, snacks, salads and drinks, and let us do the rest.
    We will be located under the CYA flag and bunting with three chefs and BBQs.
    Disposable plates and cutlery will be available if you don't prefer your own.
    $5 / head, registration essential, opened to CYA members and non-members,
    so feel free to forward to your crew and guests.
    Last day for registration: Monday 20th January.
    (Limited tickets at $10 / head may be available on the day)

 

Registration Required for Racing and the BBQ

 

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