Category Archives: Club News

Historical Plaque Unveiling

The Historical Society of Brighton chose the Presqu’ile Yacht Club for the location to unveil and dedicate three new historical plaques honoring the wharves that used to dot Presqu’ile Bay.  These wharves played a major roll in the community’s economy during the 1800s. Members of the public as well as town councillors Mary Tadman and

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Lift In 2017

At last, the harbour was ready and lift in took place on June 17.  Harbour master Al had jobs well organized and in spite of difficulties with high water, lift in went ahead with out a hitch.  Once the last boat was lifted in, a fine lunch of ham and scallop potatoes was served by

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June 7 Work Session

Weather wise June 7 was a  perfect day to hold the second major work session to get the harbour usable in spite of high water level.  Member turn out was great and in no time all the docks were tied back to the anchor blocks that were placed the week before.  Phil, in his wisdom

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High Water Project Update

The plan to modify the harbour and docks to allow use during high water is in full swing.  According to project leader Phil,  the plan, approved at the May 27 special general meeting, is on time an on budget.  Fred organized workers and insured that there was a great turnout of members on Saturday June

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