Buffalo Yacht Club, Buffalo, New York
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MrsMcFly
N 42° 53.873 W 078° 54.094
17T E 671325 N 4751610
Located on the eastern shore of Lake Erie, at the head of the Niagara River, The Buffalo Yacht Club, formed in 1860, is said to be the third oldest yacht club in America.
Waymark Code: WM4H9F
Location: New York, United States
Date Posted: 08/25/2008
Views: 60
August 10, 1860, the Buffalo Yacht Club was formed with John S. Newkirk as first commodore. Their first regatta was organized that year, a tradition that has carried on to present time. In addition to this facility, the Buffalo Yacht Club has owned a retreat at Point Abino in Canada since 1902. The club has a Junior Sailing Program that is open to members.
Address of Facility:
One Porter Avenue
Buffalo, NY United States
14201
Public/Private: Private?
Clear overhead clearance at ramp for mast: yes
Good trailer/rig parking: yes
Good dock alongside of ramp: yes
Overnight docking available: yes
Good staging area for rigging boat: yes
Clubhouse facilities: yes
Racing committee at facility: yes
"On the hard" trailer/boat storage: yes
Website of Club: [Web Link]
Facility Rating: Not listed
Fees: Not Listed
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