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The weather forecast looks great for Saturday, June 6th, from 3 to 5 for the annual membership drive. We already have 40 members so join us in the open air pavilion that's located on the Fairfield Bay marina parking lot. Look for the Club's flag and banner and enjoy the meat and cheese platters, a glass of wine or other drinks, and share your thoughts about the events the Club has planned. Some on the water, some not. Some on Saturday, some not. |
Soon Phase 2 will take effect and maybe we can get the Summer started. The marina has minnows and is open every day except Sundays. See you soon. |
The health of our community and members is number one. The Board of Directors therefore is postponing a gathering scheduled for March 21, 2020. We have emailed and texted this news. Spring is 3 days away so keep everyone in your thoughts and prayers. |
2020 Membership Drive Event has been changed to The Dock at the Bay on Dave Creek Parkway, Saturday March 21st starting at 4 p.m. Sign up, if you haven't, and eat free pizza paid for by the Club. This free to member event is just the first of many this year. Show your 2020 membership card and get the following discounts: 10% off clothing at Fairfield Bay Marina; 10% off everything at Mountain Ranch Golf Course; 10% off (excluding alcohol) at Bogie's at Mountain Ranch; 10% off first pair of glasses at Stone Vision Center; 10% off (excluding alcohol) at The Dock at the Bay; 10% off everything at For Mother Earth; 15% off everything at Greyt Times Gifts; and 20% off everything at Flowers on the Bay. Sign up at this event or look to the left and click on Membership Form and download one and mail it in. |
70 plates sold for the wonderful food Brittney prepared at Bogie's for the event. Thanks to her cooks and servers. Congratulations to Jim Butler for the eight events he and Susan pulled together in the past year. They collected a lot of free drawing gifts from merchants and enlisted over 117 members. He signed the Past Commodores hat and received his flag and pin. Congratulations to Gregory Alexander for being voted in by members for the year 2020. He received his Commodore flag and pin and accepting ideas for the coming year of events. His contact number is listed in the Directory. |
The December 14th Christmas Party at Bogie's begins at 5 p.m. with the following menu: Appetizer; SHRIMP COCKTAIL Entree; CHOICE OF MEAT AND TWO (2) SIDES Meat Options; 10 OUNCE SIRLOIN STEAK or OPEN FACE CHICKEN CORDON BLEU Side Options; GREEN BEAN ALMONDINE, or CHEESY HASHBROWN CASSEROLE; or GRILLED NORMANDY BLEND VEGGIES ASSORTED FLAVORED DESSERT CUPCAKES All plates come with Rolls and Drinks (TEA, or COFFEE, or WATER ALCOHOL DRINKS WILL BE AVAILABLE FOR PURCHASE AT THE BAR You must submit your money and choice for steak or chicken by December 11th. Pay Richard Mills or Jim Butler $10 for members & $20 for nonmembers or mail your check to FBYC P.O.Box 1566 Fairfield Bay, AR 72088 INCLUDES 18% GRATUITY |
The November 2nd event at the Dock was free wings and pizza for members of the Yacht Club. Just another reason to join the club. The Christmas party details will be out in a few days. |
Time of this event and cost has yet to be set but the date and menu at Bogie's has been secured to be December 14th. You must purchase a ticket so Brittney can have an accurate count. Details will follow soon. |
Thanks to the many members and patrons of the marina for their donations of snacks for kids. The marina paid for the Zack Dunlop band which had perfect weather for their outstanding performance. |
Yes, it will be a good time, July 20th as we have a catered fish fry with french fries, hush puppies, chips and drinks for the low cost of $5. for members, at the Indian Hills golf pavilion at 11 a.m. Because the marina has no place to park and the caterer needs a fairly level place close, and we thank Rebecca for letting us use the pavilion, just in case it rains. Already have some give aways. Jim has been doing an amazing job as Commodore this year with securing prizes and memberships. Make sure you thank him. Thank your fellow comrade, David for donating chips and drinks at every event, and Jim and Dina Freeling for their extra cash donation. Download a form from the sidebar for your friends. |
Join us from the Fairfield Bay marina at 9 a.m. June 22 for the annual Blessing of the Fleet event. Have you and your passengers and boat blessed for a safe summer followed by a raft-up. Bring a dish to share and enjoy some friends and meet some of the new members. |
June 1, 9 a.m. come enjoy a Bloody Mary, free to members only at the Fairfield Bay Marina. If you didn't join at the Membership drive you missed your chance to win one of 8 Yeti drink containers valued at $40. It's not too late to join. |
Don't forget Saturday at 5 at the marina. Wine & cheese, snacks, sodas, beer, and prizes. |
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Join us on the Fairfield Bay marina dock May 4th at 5 p.m. and enjoy free wine and cheese and other drinks and snacks. Download a form and mail it in with your check or join that day. This year it's $20 per person. June 1st is the Bloody Mary Morning event, at the marina, and June 22 is the Blessing of the Fleet event. More details as the events get closer. |
Come join us and the 2018 members at the Indian Hills Golf pavilion next to the Pro Shop on April 13, 2019 for a barbecue picnic. Drinks and food provided free to 2018 members beginning at 1. The next event will be announced as the Membership Drive, although forms will be available for the 2019 season. |
Jim Butler agrees to become the 2019 Commodore. Plans are in the works for an event for past members before the Membership Drive. |
We held the Halloween contest for food at Bogie's on October 25, 2018. We posed for a picture in costumes and we made it into the 501 magazine.  |
Come share the full moon rising with friends while enjoying free martinis on the dock of the Fairfield Bay marina, Sunday, August 26th at 7:30. The annual event has been a favorite and a little amount of other adult beverages may be provided. This is another free event for members. Feel free to bring snacks or food to share. |
Due to other conflicting events scheduled in the Bay on the 21st, the Board has decided to cancel the Scavenger Hunt. |
Saturday July 21st pick up your check list from the Fairfield Bay Marina at 11 and be back at 1 to enjoy free food to members and cash prizes for the winners of the Photo Scavenger Hunt. More details to come. |
Club members are invited to share camping and picnic areas A1,2,&6 at the Fairfield Bay marina on Friday, June 22 and Saturday the 23rd. First come basis and bring your own drinks, food, chairs. You will see the banners between the bathrooms and the marina. $10 entry fee for the best lit boat contest which will be held 9 p.m. Saturday night from the public fishing area for a winner take all pot. Encourage your friends to enter, go fishing, grill out, roast marshmallows, or gaze at the stars. Come and go and enjoy the outdoors. Announcements will be emailed and texts sent soon. |
A lot of work went into preparing and pulling off the May event. If you see these girls say "thank you" because without their help it would not have been such a great event. Mary Mills, Allie Huckaby, and Jane Dean gathered, prepared, packed, unpacked, served, cleaned, and unpacked and cleaned again.    |
Free loaded Bloody Marys at the Fairfield Bay Marina for members at 1 p.m. Come enjoy this event because it will be talked about for years. You must RSVP to Richard at mills121@artelco.com by May 16 so we can purchase the right amount of food and drink. |
The Blessing of the Fleet had a great turn out considering the weather. The rains held off and the 30th birthday celebration for the Yacht Club began with a cake and balloons. 13 new members joined, bringing the total to 79, with more pledging to join. See if your friends are listed in the sidebar under 2018 Members. |
48 members is a great start to the Club with others pledging to join. I apologize to anyone about the misprint of 10% off everything at Dock at the Bay. New cards are coming and will be exchanged but remember to show your card to get the discount.The April 21st event will be the Blessing of the Fleet at 5:30 from the Fairfield Bay Marina. It is our 30th Birthday for the Fairfield Bay Yacht Club so join us for the party. Notification will be sent soon with details. |
March 24th from 2-6 the Risky Whisky Boys from Memphis will play the Dock at the Bay for the Club event. Come join us and see the monthly events planned for the summer until the Christmas party. This year your benefits will exceed your membership dues. |
March 24th from 2-4 The Dock at the Bay will host the annual Club Membership Drive with beneifits for members. The monthly events will be presented for 2018. |
Jeannie Stone and Danielle Avrett |
The Membership Drive Event this year will organized by the new Fleet Captain, Allie Huckaby. Details of this and other events will be released soon. Our newest Commodore, Dalton Huckaby, and Allie were 2017 members and look forward to planning events and enjoying 2018. Check them out on our Facebook page. You don't have to wait for a membership form. Click on Resource Center in the left sidebar and select 2018 form and then print and mail it. |
The martini party was fun combined with a Halloween costume theme. The $50 Janssen's Lakefront card went to Bob and Kathy Snow and a $25 Mastercard went to Karen Kleman. |
The Martini Party changed to October 21, 2017 and is a costume party with a Halloween theme from 7-10 at the Lion's Club located at 365 Dave Creek Pkwy, Fairfield Bay, 72088. This is another free event to members and $5 per guests. 1st & 2nd place prizes awarded to the best costumes. |
The temperature was tough and the tie breaker between first and second place was decided by the Commodore. 25 members and 3 guests enjoyed the Chow Hall barbecue and dishes some members brought. The next event will be the "Martinis at the Marina" in September. |
The Photo Scavenger Hunt is scheduled for July 22 at the Fairfield Bay Marina. Participates will receive the clues and be released at 2 and must return by 5 p.m. Your team will compete to earn points from a list. Each item will be worth one point unless a team member is in the photo, then it counts as two points. Marina certificates awarded to three teams worth $50, $25, and $10. Free barbecue with slaw and beans to members and $5 for guests, starts at 5. Stay informed with our Facebook page. |
This event included the wine and cheese Membership Drive. The weather was perfect and we had 42 members sign up. If you need a membership form look left to the sidebar and click on Resource Center. There you can print the 2017 form and mail it. The next event will be the Scavenger Hunt on July 22. Mark your calendar and watch for detail in the Lake Area Newspaper, Facebook, or this webpage. |
Blessing of the Fleet includes the Membership Drive on Saturday June 10 at the Fairfield Bay Marina at 11 a.m. This event is held on the dock with any boat needing blessed to parade past the gas pumps. Reverend Bob Hadley will be present and blessing the fleet. More details about this and other events will come. |
The embedded slideshows in the Gallery are no longer supported, so to view the pictures select the album and click on the first picture. You should be taken to a link and see all the pictures in that album. |
The flags were passed to the new incoming Club officers at the annual Christmas party. The food was great, the band was great, and that party will be talked about for years. Look in the Directory to see the new officers and their contact information. Look in About to see that Dan Feuer's name was added to the prestigious list of Past Commodores. |
Last day to buy your ticket for the annual Christmas Party is December 7th. Look in the Directory and call someone. |
On November
14, 2016 the
Fairfield Bay Yacht Club held Moonlight Martinis at the Marina. We had
about fifty members participating at this event. We were able to watch
the “Super”moon rise over Sugarloaf Mountain from the Fairfield Bay Marina
Dock. We’d like to thank Lacy Mitchell, from the Dock of the Bay,
who served us a large selection of martinis. Dan Feuer announced the following
nominating committees’ Board of Directors for 2017. Commodore, Jim Beach;
Immediate Past Commodore, Dan Feuer; Vice Commodore, Sam Lister;
Secretary/Treasurer, Belinda Lister and Fleet Captain, Vic Davis. There was a
quorum of the membership accepting the nominees.
Don’t forget that December 17, 2016; 6-9 pm is the Christmas Party at Bogies. Cost is $13 with a choice of pork or chicken. We will have a band from 7-9 and installation of officers. Tickets need to be purchased by December 7, 2016 for planning purposes. All board members have tickets for sale. |
Monday moonlight will be the Super Moon and it will not disappoint you. Free martinis at the marina for members and $5 for guests .Nominations for new officers will be announced at this general meeting. Event starts at 5:30 and ends about 8:00 p.m. November 14th. Contact any board member to purchase your Christmas party tickets. |
The Fairfield Bay Yacht Club has scheduled their Fall color/sunset ride out
on the lake. This will take place Saturday, Oct 15, 2016. We will leave the Fairfield Bay Marina at
6pm. All boats/pontoons will follow Dan Feur,
Commodore, around Sugarloaf and we will tie-up at Kentucky Point
and watch the Sunset. Club will furnish Fried Chicken.
Bring dish to pass and BYOB. This is the last event out on the
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Victor Davis has volunteered to be on our nominating committee for a slate
of officers for next year. If you are willing to help out, please e-mail me at
wmueller52@hotmail.com. Our Board members have
worked very hard this year; but we need support from our
members.
All our FFB Yacht Club flags have been sold. We will probably order more
next year.
We had twenty members of the Fairfield Bay Yacht Club cleaning up the lake
on September 10. Jerry Pape, Greg Duggan, and Larry LaDage were our captains.
Thank you all for participating in the clean-up event.
Our Event on the Barge was enjoyed by all
who attended. The barge left the Marina at three towards Party Cove and
returned about five. The weather was great and we had a chance to meet and
spend time with Club members. Tim Hallett provided all the fish as well
as prepared it. Perfect day for out on the lake!!
Upcoming Events:
Oct 15, 6-9 pm Fall Colors/Moon Lite
Ride
Nov 14, 6-8:30 Martini Party at
Marina
Dec 17, 6-9 pm Christmas Party at Lions
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Saturday, September 10, 2016:
Lake clean-up
is in the morning. Yacht Club members will have a pontoon from the Marina to
participate. Meet at Marina between 7:30 - 8:00 a.m. Lunch (hamburgers and hot
dogs) will be provided (11:30) at Marina for people involved in picking up
trash along the lake. There will be two bands playing until 2:00
p.m.
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This Saturday.....
August 6, 2016: Boati Gras - Yacht Club members enter Boati Gras or support other members. This will be an evening event starting at the Marina at 5 pm. Marina will have prizes, trophies and food. Boati Gras Royalty: King - Dan Feuer and Town Crier - Doug
Landry. The Town Crier will recognize the 2016 King of Krewe Jesters. Cheers
will ring out for the King followed by a second line band. After King’s
Proclamation, the crowd and dancers will join a New Orleans style marching
parade around the dock having traditional Kleenex and tooting their kazoos. The
King will lead his subjects to their boats. The parade start is 6 pm. The
boats will make two passes by the judges and parade for about an hour. At 7 pm
the King welcomes his subjects back to the dock, trophies will be awarded in 16
categories, Crescent City Combo performing Cajun music.
Please consider dressing up your boat/pontoon and be part of the
Boati Gras. If you are not entering, we have designated an area to tie up on
the right side of Marina where there are two buoys. It is where you
park; right of Marina. After the parade and trophy presentation, we can all
meet up at that area to listen to band!! You can certainly bring your own food
and BYOB or buy food at the Marina. Hope to see you all there.
We still have six FFB Yacht Club flags for sale - $30 each. We
hope to sell them all. Please make check out to Fairfield Bay Yacht Club....or
cash!!! See Dan for flag! Please fly them on boat/pontoon!!!!
We have a new Vice Commodore - Jim Beach…..Please welcome
him.
We also have three new members:
Bud Ward from Fairfield Bay AR
Misty Dawn Barber from Arlington, TN
Pam Anderson from Germantown, TN
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The Poker Run was held Saturday, July 9, 2016 with 44 participants. This year 50% of the proceeds went to benefit the Animal Protection League, 30% to the best hand and 20% to the lowest hand. Thanks to the winners, Walter Mueller and Louise Powell, the amount donated grew to $333.20. Hot dogs were provided by the Club and others brought a dish to pass. Come out August 6, to the Boati-Gras at the Fairfield Bay Marina. Check out 2016 Members to the left. |
The Poker Run will be July 9th, 2016, from 1 to 3:30, with local points on the lake close to Fairfield Bay Marina. Free hots dogs served while on the Veteran's Barge while we draw for the Best Hand that wins 30% and the Worst Hand that wins 20% of the pot. Entry is only $10 with 50% donated to the Animal Protection League. Congratulations to Jim Beach and his team for taking 1st place in the Scavenger Hunt. Larry LaDage and his team took 2nd place and Doug Nelson and his team won the 3rd place prize. We welcome Jim Beach, Shirley White, and Bob & Jackie Bentley as the newest members. |
May 14, 2 p.m. get your score sheets and begin a photo by boat scavenger hunt from the Fairfield Bay Marina. Invite others to join your boat as a team for a prize. Marina certificates of $30 for first, $20 for second and $10 for third place winning teams. The more members on your boat, the better your chances of winning. You must be back to the Veteran's Barge by 5 p.m. Awards and free brisket sandwiches start at 5. Members not entered are welcome to enjoy Fleet Captain Tim's famous brisket. Bring a side and your drinks.For more information look in the sidebar under Directory and call someone. |
Tom Alber Randall and Karen Algee Gregory Alexander Pam Anderson Danielle Avvett Dawn Barber Jim Beach Dan and Sandy Bondelier Jim and Susan Butler Carolyn Cloud Conrad and Roxanne Cooper Mike and Jane Dean Bill and Sherry DeClerk Mike and Debbie Dorrough Zak Dorrough Lee and Robin Fesmire Barbara and John Foster Jimmy and Dina Freeling Phil and Dana Frierson Timothy Grimm Tabitha Grimmett Tony and Peggy Gurske Robert and Kathleen Hadley Diann (Dee) Hale Tim and Kathy Hallett Allie and Dalton Huckaby Traci Ivey James Pat Johnson George and Ellen Kelly Robert and Irene Lanier Jaime Lewis Richard and Mary Mills Walter and Nancy Mueller Brian and Brigette Murphree Doug and Marie Nelson Harold O'Dell Jerry Pape Bill and Frances Payne Larry and Bonnie Raymond Shirley Rudolph Bob Senopole Ray Schult Cecilia Scott Robert and Kay Sharpe Glen Sisson Darren and Sara Smith Bob and Kathy Snow Jeannie Stone Irene Swink Teresa Valentine Brittny VanMeter Renee Vinson |
Saturday, April 23, 2016 meet at the Fairfield Bay Marina at 3 p.m. and set sail toward Sugarloaf Mountain at 3:30 to have your boat and crew blessed. Bring a snack or appetizer to share for the "raft-up" to follow at nearby Kentucy Point. BYOB, but napkins, plates, and utensils will be provided. The membership number climbed to 100 with many new members so come enjoy the afternoon and share a smile. Mark May 14 at 2 p.m. on the calendar for the Scavenger Hunt from Fairfield Bay Marina.The club will provide the supplies for Tim Hallett's famous brisket so stay hungry. Free is always good!  |
March 19 from 3-6 p.m. on the Veteran's Barge, beside the Fairfield Bay Marina, the membership will vote to amend changes to the by-laws, discover what events are planned, and enjoy free appetizers with wine. Please call Nancy Mueller at 501-884-6339 or email her at wmueller52@hotmail.com . |
Now you have another way to keep up to date with events and plans. www.Facebook.com/FairfieldBayYachtClub Click on About in the sidebar and discover the Past Commodores. |
The end of year party went great with good food and talk of the next year. Nancy Mueller became the new Sec/Treasurer, and Tim Hallett became the new Fleet Captain. Chris Matthews became the new Vice Commodore and Dan Feuer moved up as the 2016 Commodore. The future of the Club is bright and news will be posted here as it develops. Check back later for pictures of the Christmas party, in the Gallery. |
December 5th from Noon till 2 p.m. enjoy a buffet at The Country Club of Mountain Ranch. The buffet includes Tossed Salad, Beef Stroganoff, Stuffed Pork Tenderloin, Green Beans & Sauteed Mushrooms, Cheesy Potato Casserole, Pumpkin & Pecan Pie, Rolls, Tea, Coffee. Please order your drinks from the bar. Tickets are $15 per person. Contact Richard or Dan. |
Thanks to the members for the enjoyment we shared in handing out the donated candy at the Fairfield Bay Trunk or Treat. The event brought out zombies, super heroes, and all kinds of cute and scary costumes. |
5:30 Monday, October 26, 2015 is a free event for members and $15 for guests. Martinis are the main spirit with a few beers and a little wine. Finger food is optional. |
Yacht Club members were the half way support team for the five mile paddling competitors. Handing out waters and applauding as they completed their goals. Promoting the lake, boating, and the marina are our goals. |
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It is better late than never! The Membership Drive was held at The Dock of the Bay and the FBYC membership went from 16 to 46. Thanks to all that joined and the Mayor's Office for the drawing give-aways with two more valuable certificates will be given away October 26. Already members are pledging hundreds of dollars in services for next years give-aways. |
We would like to thank all of the men, women, boys, and girls, that helped with the lake shore clean-up and so proud of our friends from Fairfield Bay. |
Click on Resource Center to the left in the Navigation sidebar to download a membership form. Subscribe to this site so you will get the information first. |
Returning Sec/Treasurer; Phyllis Wilkins, and Past Commodore; Jim Wilkins, joined Commodore Richard Mills for a meeting June 23, 2015. The topics discussed were the remaining bank funds, USPS box renewal, membership forms, membership dues, and a membership drive. September was voted the month an announcement would be published in the Fairfield Bay Newspaper for the 2015 membership drive event. $15 per person per membership vote was passed and the meeting adjourned. Thank you for your interest in this club. Keep this link in your bookmarks and watch for changes and news. |
Come early Sunday June 16, enter, and be ready to start your hunt by 1:30 p.m. and return around 2:30. Entry fee for members is $20 cash, which includes a 3 piece chicken strip lunch with a roll and 3 potato logs. You can purchase an extra box lunch for $5 cash. The single winner will win 50% of all entry fees, so encourage other members to participate so the prize will be above $200. Mimosas will be served during registration. Sorry for the date changes. |
The Blessing of the Fleet went better than expected. The weather was perfect and everyone looks forward to another event. Stay informed if you have not joined by downloading a form from the Resource Center. |
Meeting at the southeast corner of the Fairfield Bay Marina at 3 pm, May 11th, we'll proceed to Sugarloaf Mountain area. At 3:30 we'll assemble and follow the Club Flag past the Fleet Chaplin as he blesses our vessels for another safe year. Join us for a raft-up to follow with any snack food to share. Bring your own drinks! In case of inclement weather questions ask the Commodore at 501-940-6329. |
Thanks to all of the 2012 members that showed their support by voting with an overwhelming majority to keep the dues at $25. per person. The interest of people wanting to sponsor events was upllifting. Look left and click on Resource Center. Download a 2013 form, print, complete, and mail your check. If you did not complete a 2013 form at the Membership Drive, here's the chance for you or your friends to join. Make sure you stay informed by joining, watching this website, or reading the Fairfield Bay News. |
The Wine & Cheese Event is April 20th, 1 pm, at pavilon B, which is the one close to the Fairfield Bay Marina. This is the time to mingle with past and future members sharing your thoughts about club dues and upcoming events for 2013. This is another free event so please notify Richard Mills at 501-884-5491 before the event if you and friends plan to attend so the correct amount of food and drink can be purchased. Renewal of your membership will ensure that you are reminded prior to events. New forms must be completed each year and can be downloaded after April 2nd under Resource Center, printed, and mailed or by contacting anyone in the Directory. |
Great food, great friends, great entertainment, made for a great party. A $25 VISA gift and a $50 VISA gift card was the door prizes. Sorry if you missed it. |
The deadline for buying advanced tickets for you and your guests is December 1. |
Don Blaylock and Nancy Draper hosted the Veterans' Event and collected items for soldiers in harms way and the Veteran's Hospital. Particpating members brought food and donated items and celebrated the day with many members who are veterans. An impressive amount of items were presented to the Women's Auxiliary for distribution to the four adopted soldiers and the Veteran's Hospital. |
Another free event Friday, October 19th from 4pm till 6pm, on the Fairfield Bay Marina Dock. We'll serve brats with sauerkraut, potato salad, apple strudel, and ice tea. BYOB and see some friends! |
September 22 the poker run begins at 3pm at the Fairfield Bay Marina. $10. per hand and the best hand wins 70 per cent of the entry and the worst hand wins 30 per cent. The more members, the larger the prize! You don't have to play to join us 4pm for the $5. Bar-B-Q but you do have to contact Richard or Ernie by Thursday the 20th so we know how many people will eat. We want to have the correct amount of food. |
The night was perfect with cooler temperatures and a sky full of stars. A large houseboat arrived just in time for the start of the movie. We're sure their guests will talk about this event for years. The applause from all of the watchers at the end of the movie made all of the effort worthwhile. Thanks to the fishing boats, pontoon boats, and the houseboat, we may do another movie soon. |
You asked for more so here is your chance to show you approve. The first ever Boat-In Movie night is planned for July 21 at 9:00pm. Eddie & the Cruisers is a rock & roll PG rated older movie. On the East shore of Dave Creek-Hamilton Cove, tune your boat radio to FM 87.5 and enjoy the 1 hour 35 minute movie. Bring your own popcorn and drinks and anchor with friends or by yourself because you control the volume. Give your air conditioner a break and cool off in the water with this free to all event. Some members are out of town, recovering from surgery, or vacationing on a cruise ship. We miss you all and hope to see you soon. |
The Scavenger Hunt first place prize in the boat captain category was a $50. Visa gift card and the passenger category was a two hour pontoon rental from Fairfield Bay Marina. |
The April fish fry was a huge success with 75 members and guests. Over 35 stayed after 8:30 pm to watch the outdoor movie projected on a large blow up screen. Special thanks must go to Mary Mills, Terri Hargrove, Linda an Mick Pratt, Harold O'Dell, Darren Walsh, and Lance Lamb for providing and cooking the fish, hushpuppies, and french fries. |
The Fairfield Bay Yacht Club Board of Directors met with Ross Moore, Executive Director of the Greers Ferry Lake/ Little Red River Association, on March 30th, to gather insight and suggestions concerning the "Annual Lake Cleanup". September 8, 2012 will mark the 43rd event and the Yacht Club is proud to help. The Fairfield Bay Marina is one of six participating and will provide party barges and fuel to the FBYC. Details of this are still in the works, but more information can be found by going to www.greersferrylake.org |
Martini March was at the loading dock of the Fairfield Bay Marina, Saturday the 24th at 5:30 pm. We have 61 new members as of this post. If you are new to the lake area and wishing for something to do this summmer, join us by downloading a form under the Resource Center and mailing it to us. 50 to 60 members attended and agreeded the April 28th event should charge $10 for a fish and beer event while enjoying an evening of pool, shuffleboard, and other gaming events . We had a great time and hope you did not miss it. Pictures will be posted in the gallery soon. |
Click on the green words to read more. We have eleven events planned for 2012. We are working on the details and the dates will be posted here and on the calendar. Members come from different parts of the lake, therefore, events will be at different parts of the lake this year. If you are new to the lake area please join and meet some interesting people from around the world. We have three nights of movies and popcorn on the lake, not mentioned yet. That's right! Not drive in but boat in movie nights. Details coming soon, so stay informed and become a member and get on the mailing list.
February Fondue
Marina Martini March 24th at 5:30p at the Fairfield Bay Marina loading dock. $15 per guests
Amateur Action April 28th Fish Fry $10 members & $15 per guest
May God Bless the Fleet on May 26th
June 23rd Scavenger Hunt
July Boat-In Movie Night
September 22nd Poker Run & Bar-B-Que
October 19th Brats On The Dock
November 10th Veterans Appreciation Event
December 8th Member Only Christmas Party |
That's right! 67 new members have paid their dues since the start of this year. We have new members from around the world looking for good neighbors. The board members and their spouses have tried so hard to encourage new members to join the fun we'll have on famous Greers Ferry Lake this year. Help us in our efforts to introduce them to a worthwhile club doing fun things on the lake. Total Membership is 112. |
Darren Walsh is the new Vice Commodore of the Yacht Club for 2012. Darren is the owner of HYDRO-KLEEN, which is a truck mounted carpet, tile, and upholstery cleaning system serving the Greers Ferry Lake area. Darren has already proved to be an asset for the community and our club. |
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