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Dartmouth Yacht Club

Dartmouth Yacht Club #54 Dartmouth | 902-468-6050 | dartmouthyachtclub.ca  | Location 44.42’N 63.37’W

The Dartmouth Yacht Club is ideal for mooring, with a convenient marina for the launch and recovery of boats. The depth of our water lot varies up to 35 feet, ensuring safe and secure as well as ample anchorage. The mooring and marine facilities are continually being improved to suit you better. Our land area is comprised of approximately 5 acres, wholly owned by the Club. In addition, we own a large water lot as well as the southern half of a nearby island commonly known as “Navy Island”. The Dartmouth Yacht Club is located adjacent to Burnside Industrial Park, the largest industrial park in the area. It has a complete range of services and parts for all your yachting and domestic needs, including a “Cash and Carry” grocery outlet within walking distance and a ship’s chandler less than .5 miles away. A large hotel is adjacent to the club’s property. Additionally a private enterprise offers on-site marine servicing – marine engines and hulls.

Dockage:  Yes Maximum Length: 44′ Depth: 9′ AC Power: 15 and 30 amp Moorings: Yes Launch Ramp: Yes Fuel: Gas and Diesel Water & Ice: Water and Ice Pump-out: Yes Washrooms: Yes Showers: Yes Laundry: No Winter Storage: Yes

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Three Superyachts Visit the Dart.

This morning Dartmouth welcomed the 98m long superyacht ‘Aviva’ to our mainstream mooring buoys in the middle of the town. She joined the 66m long yacht ‘Elysian’ and regular visitor ‘Constance’, which is 47m long, to make a spectacular line up on the Dart.

Whilst superyacht calls are becoming more regular, with many yachts calling to pick up new tenders and support boats from local manufacturers Ribeye, as well as to allow their owners, crew and guest to enjoy the beauty of South Devon, this is the first time we have ever had three yachts of this size on the river. Our mainstream moorings, originally designed by the Admiralty for mooring warships, are extremely flexible and able to be configured to accommodate vessels from small yachts to cruise ships.

Aviva has a hybrid propulsion system, and arrived in port this morning entirely on battery propulsion. Arriving from Troon in Scotland, she entered the river under the guidance of our Pilot, turned at the Higher Ferry and launched a tender from the garage at the stern, before being moored by the harbour team.

Weather and circumstances depending, we expect all three yachts to remain in port until at least Thursday, giving plenty of opportunity for local people to see the boats on the river.

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Established in 1962, Dartmouth Yacht Club is situated in Wright’s Cove, a sheltered area on the eastern shore of Bedford Basin, Halifax Harbour.

DYC is a relatively young club compared to others in the area. The club’s origins trace back to a meeting held by a small group of boating enthusiasts in March 1962, at a building on the corner of Ochterloney and Wentworth Streets. Chaired by Mr. Cyril G. Hubley, the meeting took place under the Dartmouth Chamber of Commerce’s auspices, with Mr. Hubley becoming the club’s first Commodore.

Memorandum of Association (MOA)

The original Memorandum of Association, signed on December 7, 1962, with the Registry of Joint Stock Companies, remains a foundational document for DYC. Signed by key members, including the first Commodore and Vice Commodore, it solidifies the club’s not-for-profit status in Nova Scotia.

On December 10, 1962 , DYC received its Charter and was officially incorporated as a non-profit organization under Provincial law, with its name, Dartmouth Yacht Club. The inaugural meeting was held on January 9, 1963 , with twenty-five individuals named as Chartered Members.

The club’s first Management and Trustee Committee meeting took place on January 24, 1963 , at the former Dartmouth Businessmen’s Club site on Newcastle Street. Throughout the year, the committee worked on drafting the club’s first Constitution and By-Laws, drawing inspiration from various club models, including those in Boston.

One notable addition to the club’s early initiatives was the provision for Junior membership, reflecting the vision and efforts of Commodore Mr. Peter Douglass. Recognizing the importance of nurturing junior sailors, the club laid a strong foundation for its future.

New Clubhouse in 2018

After years of planning and anticipation, ground was broken for the new DYC clubhouse in the summer of 2017. Despite logistical challenges, the project progressed, culminating in the grand opening on June 23, 2018. The clubhouse, designed to withstand storm surges, offers a panoramic view of Bedford Basin and has become a landmark of maritime elegance.

The addition of the state-of-the-art clubhouse has elevated DYC’s appeal, attracting new members and solidifying its position as a premier yacht club in the region.

Join Dartmouth Yacht Club Today

Experience the allure of dartmouth yacht club firsthand. discover our facilities, meet our team, and explore membership options by booking your personalized tour today.

Dartmouth Yacht Club welcomes applications for membership from anyone who enjoys being out on the water. We have a range of attractively priced membership options to suit different circumstances. Whether your interest is paddleboarding, canoeing, dinghy sailing, cruising or motorboating, there will be something for you as a member. Applications are equally welcomed from anyone who wishes to join as a social member of the club.

You do not need to own a boat as the club has a fleet of dinghies, canoes, paddleboards and motorboats you can use. Other benefits of membership include discounts on food and drink at the clubhouse and free use of our recently refurbished function room for private parties.

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