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A Brief History of The Masonic Yacht Club
In the spring of 1958, a group of nautical minded Masons gathered together and established a Masonic Boat Club. The first Commodore was Walter Price, and their meetings were held at the Hotel Astor. From this very small beginning, our membership has grown to include members from as far away as St Thomas. Since its inception, all Masons are welcome to attend and to bring their wives and friends. All of the club’s business and finances are taken care of by the officers and Board of Governors, and then submitted to the membership for approval. This system made the meeting very pleasant not only for the Masons but for their Ladies as well.
On September 20, 1958, Commodore Walter Prince led the first sea going trip. More than 12 boats, all commanded by Masonic skippers, sailed from the Hudson River through the Rockaways to Sandy Hook. The seas were rough but all arrived safe and on time with their distinguished guests M\ W\ Nathan Turk, R\ W\ William Rose, and his son, W. Charles Estey.
The Masonic Yacht Club was formed that Spring. Mason sailors who formed a club, coming together with families, friends and their ladies. You did not have to have a boat or be a skipper to become a member. The W\ Carl Terjung wrote their communications.
"Under the Fellowship program, there is an active club know as the Masonic Yacht Club, whose incorporation as been approved by the Grand Lodge of New York." We were granted a charter and since then we have had many rendezvous throughout the New York and Long Island areas.
Today, we have the addition of dedicated services of the member’s ladies known as the First Mates Club. They offer support and help whenever needed. The Masonic Yacht Club is part of the Yachting Clubs of America, which affords the Members reciprocity with other yacht clubs. Any Master Mason in good standing is entitled to become a member of the Masonic Yacht club.
The Masonic Yacht Club is a community of Masons dedicated to the centuries-old tradition of yachting. We invite Masonic Brothers in good standing to explore our rich heritage and to connect with fellow enthusiasts
Embark on a journey of Comradery, Adventure, and Discovery with like-minded Brother Masons at the Masonic Yacht Club.
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