Port of Washington Yacht Club

Welcome to POWYC

Welcome to the official web site of the Port of Washington Yacht Club, an organization comprised of liveaboard and recreational boaters, Washington DC residents, and associate members from across the country.  POWYC's mission is simple: to promote clean river and boating safety initiatives amoung our many friends along the Potomac River, its tributaries, and the Chesapeake Bay.  We are proud to call the Southwest DC Waterfront home and hope you will take some time and explore our vibrant community. 

Take a few moments and explore our web site.  Here you will find some great information about Washington DC, and how to enjoy yourself here.  If you'd like to coordinate a social or cruising event with us, please email powyc.events@gmail.com.  We'll get back to you quickly.

Latest News & Updates

2012 Change of Watch 

POWYC's Change of Watch banquet was held on January 14th at Phillip's Flagship restaurant on the Southwest Waterfront.  A great time was had by all!  Check out some pictures in our Photo Gallery, or see many, many pictures via the POWYC Facebook page.  Best wishes to the 2012 Bridge, and congratulations to Jason Kopp on winning the Stan Grubaugh Civic Award!

 

 

 2011 COW Video

 

Heavy Seas Brewery Tour

Hopefully, you still have some of the case of beer you took home after the Heavy Seas Brewery Tour held on Saturday, December 10th.  POWYC had a great time with founder, Hugh Sisson.  He gave us awesome beer, we gave him an equally cool burgee.   

 

 

 

  2012 Bridge Elections

Congratulations to the 2012 PWOYC Bridge

  • Commodore - Mikhael Schlossman
  • Vice Commodore - Sarah Harman
  • Safety - Judi Sutter
  • Social - Tonya Nichols
  • Cruising - Chet Rhodes
  • Treasurer - Jim Bellas
  • Secretary - Laneyse Hooks

Bowling for Boaters

Thanks Members, it was another great night at the Fort Myer Bowling for Boaters outing.  Several participants started their Thanksgiving early with Turkeys. 

 

 

  

Piratz Tavern

Thanks mateys for a great Happy Hour at the legendary Piratz Tavern in Silver Spring on Thursday, December 1st. Happy hour specials for all boaters, just show your empty wallet.  The first pint of Grog is on POWYC.

 

   

 POWYC Halliardween Party

Thank you to all that braved the weather and came to the 2011 Halloween Party.  The venue was moved to the Alt Angler which provided one-quarter of the space but twice as much fun.  Congratulations to Tony, Melissa, Judi, Jo, Mary and Eric for winning the custom contest.  Check out the photos here.      

 

 Open Mic Night

Great job to all that participated in the first ever Open mic night.  We hear the likes of Paul, Laura, Capt. Kathy, Jason, Rodger... and  special thanks to Jim B. for emceeing the event.  Pictures here!

 

 

 Channel Raft-up

Another great Channel Raft-up was held this year on October 7th.  Pictures here!

 

 

Alice Ferguson Foundation's Oktoberfest

A group of members had a wunderbar time enjoying the German food, beer, and dance at the annual  Alice Ferguson Foundation's Oktoberfest.  The POWYC Cruising Commodore led the fleet which anchored out in the Potomac and dingied into the festivities... just like German Navy Seals..   

  

Pirate DocktobARRRfest

Lederhosen and peg legs made the 2011 Pirate DocktobARRRfest a heck of a time.  See what you missed, or can't remember here. 

 

 

 Leukemia Cup Regatta

The Leukemia Cup Regatta will celebrate its 18th Anniversary on the weekend of September 17th.  Sign up your boat here, Gangplank Marina events barge will be one of the stops on the poker run and Debbie is looking for volunteers to help boats pull up to the events barge and receive a poker card.  Previous years have proven to be lots of fun with water balloons and lots of crazy boat.  Email if you are interested.

 Check out POWYC member Laneyse

 

Sheets and Eats

The first annual POWYC Toga Crab Party was a claw breaking success.  About 50 members had their fill of crabs from the fish market, which arrived by dinghy.  Several people said they were some of the best crabs they have ever had.  Congratulations to Darryl Madden for the best toga, with runner up - Lola.

Tender Bender

Thanks to everybody than came out for the 1st annual Tender Bender.  We had a record number of boats - 7 actually made it out of the marina.  Check out the photos (Thanks Diane and Justin!) and see our course up the Anacostia to the National Arboretum and the Kenilworth Aquatic Gardens.  The scenery was awesome, the company was delightful, and the lunch was yummie.  Stay tuned for more dink outings.  

Record Raft-Up 

A record number of POWYC boats (13) headed down to Tim's Rivershore near Dumfries, VA to anchor out overnight, relax, and enjoy great fireworks.  See the pictures on our gallery page and start getting excited for the next cruising event, the Tender Bender Dinghy Cruise on July 9th!

Margaritaville Blender Olympics

A record 16 delightful concoctions faced off in a clash of the blender titans this past Saturday, as onlookers enjoyed beautiful weather, island cuisine, grass skirts and Hawaiian shirts.  Defending champ Mark Grabowsky took home first place, followed by Melissa Ruiz and Jo Chang in a tie for second.  Thanks everyone for attending, congratulations to all the competitors, and check out the photos!

CBYCA Float-in

Please join our fellow CBYCA shipmates for a float-in at Miles River Yacht Club (MRYC) on Saturday, August 20th in lovely St. Michaels.  If you are interested, call MRYC, and ask for Vickie at (410) 745-9511.  The Commodore's Cocktail Party will take place on Friday, August 19th for those who come by boat or by car with overnight accommodations.

 Blessing of the Fleet 2011

More than 60 vessels participated in the 36th annual POWYC Blessing of the Fleet May 14th.  Special thanks to Revs. Jess Dankert and Fay Lundin, who dodged rain drops in order to make sure each participating boat was blessed.  Several members of the community heard POWYC's own Roger Thiel deliver the play-by-play from 7th Street Landing.  And the crowd was entertained by the Seacocks band.  See more photos in our Photo Gallery. 

Talk Derby to Me

Thanks to all that came out to win big at the "Talk Derby to Me" Kentucky Derby viewing party.  The hats were big, the race exciting, the Mint Julep tower declicious, and the winner of over $100 was very happy.  See a few more photos in the "2011 Parties" album located here.

Hedrick Belin visits POWYC

The President of the Potomac Conservancy, Hedrick Belin, recently stopped by our weekly Thursday night event to talk and answer questions about the health of the Potomac River, current conservation efforts, and other environmental topics.  It was a lively and informative discussion, thanks to all who attended!  This is the first of more special guests-- check the schedule to see who's coming next!

FRIDAY NIGHT BINGO Winners

Thanks to all who braved the chilly temperatures to get a chance at the big bucks and cool prizes at the Friday Night Bingo bash.  Congratulations to the grand prize tee-shirt winners, Liz Chambers and Laura Rear McLaughlin. 

 

Good times at Wild Rover!

At last the weather cooperated and the Wild Rover progressive dock party went off without a hitch on Saturday April 23.  Partygoers traveled dock to dock sampling each dock's hospitality, and it was a great opportunity to travel to different docks.  All the docks put out great smorgasbords and in the end A-dock took home the prize for best dock.  And Janel Poche won the first-ever dock-to-dock Poker Stumble, with a full house (3 nines and 2 kings).  Thanks everyone for a great evening!

Power Squadron Courses

The Potomac River Power Squadron offers several courses in boating instruction and safety throughout the year.  Interested?  POWYC's very own, Judith Sutter, is on the Potomac River Power Squadron bridge.  Talk with her or visit their web site for more information.

Historical Bridge Member List

Take a look at the recently complied Historical Bridge Member list.  Do you have any additions or corrections?  Please let us know. 

GPSA T-shirts

Show your support for the liveaboards at the Gangplank Marina, check out these awesome t-shirts available for purchase.

 

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