Isles Yacht Club

Fleet Review

This nautical event is held in the spring each year to welcome the new Commodore. Boats assemble in the Peace River and proceed in assigned order to the club basin where they pass the reviewing stand and exchange salutes. A dock party and dinner follow.

Blessing of the Fleet

This is a Memorial Day observance of the passing of those who have laid down their lives for our principles and our country. We pay tribute to the memory of fellow members, family and friends who have died this past year. A live wreath is made by members on the morning of the event. Members may bring a flower to be included in the wreath. Ministers pronounce blessings.

Lighting of the Fleet

This spectacular event is held in December on the Thursday prior to Christmas Balls to herald the holiday season. Skippers sign up with the Fleet Captain and bring their boats to assigned dockage at the Club to decorate them with lights and whatever else they wish. At dark, a countdown is led by Fleet Captain so all boats are lit simultaneously. Members visit the boats and then dinner is served throughout the Club.

Captain and Crew Dinners

These informal get-togethers are held monthly on the second Thursday. Dinner speakers are boating related. Time is provided for various boating-related announcements. Any boaters who have experienced nautical mishaps that were reported to the "Admiral" are awarded the Royal Order of the Busted Prop-all in good fun. These events are a great way for members to expand their social circles, gain knowledge about boating and share information and skills.