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The Galley Lakeside Cafe

On July 27, 2021July 27, 2021, In News

We are excited to have KYC’s The Galley Lakeside Cafe be featured in a iNwine Spotlight, check it out here!

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There's just 3 days left for our donation drives! Located in the atrium are collection boxes for Kelowna Santas for unwrapped toys for children aged 11-14, and the Central Okanagan Food Bank for non-perishable food items. Your contributions are deeply appreciated as we all work together to help spread holiday cheer this season.

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We caught up with Susanne Young, a familiar face on the water at KYC, who shared her passion for sailing and her thoughts on the season. “Sailing is a wonderful way to disconnect from everything else and tune into the wind,” Susanne explained. With a background in dinghy racing as a youth and a return to keelboat racing in 2010 after a refresher course, Susanne embodies the spirit of lifelong learning and adventure on the water.

“It is great to take lessons, but aspiring racers then need to find someone willing to take out beginners,” Susanne noted, highlighting the importance of community in sailing. “So many experienced sailors welcomed me aboard and shared their knowledge. Each race presents a new learning opportunity. Be prepared for the adventure of the unknown. This ranges from an adrenaline rush in the perfect wind to a float, swim, and water gun fights. Either way, there’s a great sense of camaraderie.”

Reflecting on the 2024 season, Susanne emphasized the joy of a smoke-free summer and how it set the tone for a season of great-weather sailing. “There are many ways to get involved - Open Racing, Women’s Sailing Series, Fun Thursdays, and Regattas up and down the valley, plus…”

Full article is available in the KYC Chronicle, accessible from the link in our bio. Limited copies are available at the clubhouse.

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Kelowna Yacht Club's holiday hours begin December 23rd! The annual January closure will begin on Jan 1st and will end for Member Services and Administration on the 8th. The Member Lounge will remain closed for dining until the 17th, allowing time for a refresh and maintenance of the space. For more information, please visit the Holiday Hours tab on our website.

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