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Halifax River Yacht Club

331 S Beach St, Daytona Beach, FL

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INSIDE LOOK: HALIFAX RIVER YACHT CLUB

Where owning a boat is optional..

*Event and club photos taken by Jonny Nomad Media. 

The Halifax River Yacht Club, incorporated as a private club on May 19, 1896, is believed to be the oldest yacht club on the  eastern seacoast that is still located at its original site. In the Daytona Beach area, it is known to be the one private organization that has been in continuous operation from 1896 to the present — spanning three centuries. 

An author once wrote, eulogizing the Club: “The Queen of the River, she balances on her spindly legs in the brackish water of the Halifax River, as though she had just tip toed from the shore. She is old and shows her age, but has withstood lightning, hurricanes, and floods, all these years. She is the Halifax River Yacht Club, one of Daytona’s earliest landmarks.” She also has been called affectionately, “Heaven on the Halifax.” 

With the Club’s founding in 1896, five men drafted the Constitution and Bylaws. These documents, though faded, are preserved and seen in the Club’s Historical Cabinet. The Club’s first meeting was held on 8 January 1896, attended by 13 prominent townsmen who were its founding fathers. All were avid sailors with a common sport, racing their gaff-rigged catboats on the Halifax River. Victor Vuillaume was elected the first Commodore with five members to the Board of Trustees. 

Thirty-one members were elected to membership in February and committees were appointed. Treasurer E. G. Harris was instructed to collect a $10 initiation fee and 50 cents dues per month (about $500 and $25 today). Among these early members were R. S. Maley, Parker Wilder, Chas. E. Burgoyne, Charles Ballough, James N. Gamble, and Carl Knapp, many of whose names are well remembered by longtime residents. All worked to make the Yacht Club a reality that has prospered to this day. 

During the first year, members met in the large Atlantic Building across the street where balls also were held. In March 1896, Laurence Thompson, a founding father of Daytona and one of the original 13 members, gave permission to construct a wharf from his premises on Beach Street, including the “riparian rights.” It was built 8 feet wide and ran out 150 feet with a T-structure at the end for a cost of $225. In February 1897 the original clubhouse, about 25 by 40 feet in size with porches on the south and east sides, was built by S. H. Gove for $1,367 — about $65,000 in 2003 dollars. This first building is now called the “West Room” and contains the Historical Cabinet with pictures and stories of the Club’s history. Chas. Burgoyne became the 4th Commodore in 1899 and initiated dredging a 4.5’ deep channel from the Club’s dock into the natural river channel, sharing the cost, and generously helping in other ways.

HRYC is a member of the Florida Council of Yacht Clubs and the Yachting Clubs of America, allowing for reciprocal privileges at yacht clubs throughout Florida and across the country. For information contact Membership Director Freddie Friend at (386) 255-7459 or [email protected], or submit the information request form under the membership tab on the website. 

The HRYC recently welcomed aboard a new Executive Chef, Ronald Reed. Robert is a dedicated culinary leader with over 20 years of experience in casino, hotel and food service. He has provided culinary service for the President of the United States, The Queen of Holland, and the Kennedy family, as well as many celebrities and dignitaries from around the world. He has worked at the Hilton, Hotel Del Coronado, Bellagio and Westin properties. Robert has traveled extensively for his profession in the past and is looking forward to concentrating his efforts for the Halifax River Yacht Club. 

The club is open for lunch and dinner every day of the week except Monday and breakfast is served on the weekends. They have both a clubhouse and a tiki bar where you can enjoy one of their delicious meals. 

WEDDINGS AND PRIVATE EVENTS 

You and your guests will be intrigued by the old world charm of the Halifax River Yacht Club. Their Commodore’s Room, Halifax Room, Flag Room and the Tiki Bar-Pool areas will impress you from the moment you arrive under the porte-cochere, entering through the large wooden doors and receiving sincere greetings from the amazing staff. The entire clubhouse is surrounded by warm colors and inviting pieces and adornments, with the dining areas all overlooking the breathtaking view of the Halifax River and the Marina. 

No party is too big or small for their dedicated staff. From an intimate dinner for two to a celebration that fills an entire room, the exquisite cuisine and experienced service staff will leave you with memories that will last a lifetime. 

You can contact the Banquet Manager, Kim Nelson, at (386)255-7459 or [email protected] with any questions you may have. 

2021 GULFSTREAMER 

The biennial GulfStreamer Race from Daytona Beach, Florida to Charleston, South Carolina takes place during Memorial Day Weekend on even-numbered years. The first 10 miles of the Race is another challenge as the racers sprint to the Main Street Pier in Daytona Beach in the “Brian Every Sprint” race. Not only is this a “Race within a Race” before boats set a course to Charleston Harbor, 215 miles away, but it also gives spectators their best view. A separate trophy will be awarded in Charleston for this unique tradition. 

The goal of the GulfStreamer is to increase awareness of sailing and area attractions and to provide an opportunity to organize a multi-state race offshore for several different classes of boats This year’s race was held from May 28 – 30. 

JUNIOR SAILING CAMP – SUMMER SESSIONS 

Available for boys and girls between the ages of 8-16. No experience is required to participate. Students get hands-on boating experience and learn boating safety and rules while having fun on the water. They have access to the pool and during inclement weather, alternate learning games will be enjoyed. Lunch, snacks and beverages are provided by HRYC. 

Each junior sailor is required to pass a swimming test prior to being allowed out on the water. The swim test includes treading water in the deep end of the pool while putting on their life vest, swimming the length of the pool and back, then taking the life vest off. 

The 2021 weeks available for registration are: July 12, July 19 and July 26. 

AMENITIES 

The Halifax River Yacht Club is known by its members as a “fun family of friends” and offers an assortment of amenities to its members, as well as countless events, live music and activities to be a part of. They have a private pool, a boaters lounge, free day dockage and overnight slips, pickleball courts and are host to poker runs and regattas. If you are looking to be a part of a club, but want some more information, you can schedule a private tour today. 

Throughout the Years: 1890-1999 

• 1890s:The HRYC was incorporated as a private club on May 19, 1896. 
• 1896: The first HRYC regatta was held on Washington’s Birthday. 
• 1902: Mr. Gove built a 30-foot addition to the east end of the clubhouse that included the landmark square cupola. 
• 1905: Commodore Allen gave the HRYC the Commodore Allen Trophy for long distance motor races (now displayed in the trophy case). 
• 1906: A second story addition was made to the clubhouse, including today’s “Bridge” with a porch on the east end. 
• 1930s: Powerboat races on the Halifax became more popular, reaching a peak in the late 1930s before World War II. 
• 1950s: Many improvements were made, including the addition of a closed-in porch with glass-paneled sliding doors and a walk-around deck built at the east end where finger piers had previously provided dockage for several boats. It was called the River Room, and later became today’s Flag Room. 
• 1951: The new Municipal Yacht Basin was completed, and the following year the Yacht Club made a major effort to relocate to a proposed new clubhouse on leased city property. 
• 1970s: This time was considered the rebirth of ocean racing. Bylaws were amended to limit the number of active members to 500 persons. 
• 1972: The Club sponsored the HRYC Invitational Race, running from Ponce Inlet to Cape Canaveral. 
• 1974: The Commodores were organized, evolving from the First Mates. 
• 1975: A large addition was made to the north side of the clubhouse, and the kitchen was moved down from the second deck. 
• 1976: The introduction of the Lady Helmsman Race and the first running of the Daytona Challenge Race. 
• 1978: The first Daytona to Bermuda race – known as the TransAt. 
• 1984: The Club reached an active membership of 500. 
• 1988: New “in-house” computer system was introduced. 
• 1990: Commodore Robert Clarke, with First Lady Jeanette, took the helm in 1990 and brought a final resolution of the state’s challenge of the deed to previously submerged land that came in 1988. 
• 1992: The Club amended its Bylaws to eliminate gender as a measure of status, thus providing that women could become full voting members and could aspire to becoming flag officers and even Commodore. 
• 1995: The old clubhouse built above the water of the river was held together by diligent efforts and kept looking regal. 
• 1996: The HRYC celebrated its Centennial Year, having grown and prospered on the same site longer than any other yacht club on the east coast. 
• 1999: After103 years, the Club elected its first female director. The Commodears celebrated its 25th Anniversary. The final racing of the TransAt is held. 

Halifax River Yacht Club

331 South Beach Street • Daytona Beach, 32114 

386.255.7459 • www.hryc.com  

facebook.com/halifaxriveryachtclub 

Office Hours: Tuesday – Friday from 9 a.m. – 5 p.m. 

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Royal Nova Scotia Yacht Squadron/Saraguay House

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• Capacity: 140 people

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Monday – Friday until 4pm Clubhouse: The Commodores’ Room $200 The Dining Room $100 Saraguay House: The Terrace Room $1000+ The Main Level Dining Room & Lounge $1000+ Squadron members receive 50% off hall rental fees .

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“The Squadron Traditional” Mesclun Greens, Classic Caesar, & Spinach Salad Creamy Coleslaw Roast Hip of Beef au jus Carved Roast Turkey, Honey Glazed Ham Roast Potatoes, Medley of Steamed Vegetables Fresh Baked Rolls & Butter Assorted Delectable Desserts Coffee & Tea $35.95 pp “Terrace BBQ Buffet” Cheese & Cracker Board Spinach Salad Royale, Classic Cafe Salad Herb and Lemon Seasoned Chicken Breast Spice Rubbed Salmon Mediterranean Grilled Vegetables, Roasted Potatoes Fresh Fruit Shortcake or Annapolis Apple Crisp Rolls/Butter, Coffee & Tea $34.95 pp Add Maritime Mussel bar$3.50pp “Summertime Buffet” BBQ 6oz Burgers, Veggie Burgers, Italian Sausage Home Style Potato Salad, Creamy Coleslaw, Nacho Chips & Salsa Assorted condiments, Chef’s Sweet Tray $21.95 pp

Appetizers Mesclun Greens, Caesar or Spinach Salad, Roasted Squash or Roasted Red Pepper Soup Main Entrees Haddock Poached in Lobster Sauce $39.00 Haddock without Lobster Sauce $35.00 Salmon Wellington $47.50 Oven Poached Atlantic Salmon $39.50 Prime Rib with Yorkshire Pudding $50.00 Cranberry, Orange Glazed Roast Loin of Pork $34.95 Traditional Roast Turkey with Savoury Stuffing $34.95 Bacon-Wrapped stuffed Chicken Breast $36.95 Chicken Scaloppini with choice of Tomato, Mushroom or Herb & Butter Sauce (available with or without breading) $34.95 Quinoa with Grilled & Skewered Vegetables $33.95 Desserts Triple Chocolate Mousse Torte, Acadian Apple Crisp with Whipped Cream, Blueberry Cobbler, Strawberry Shortcake (seasonal), Fresh Fruit Medley (sugar free) * Lemon Pot de crème with Chocolate Almond Bark & Raspberries (* Denotes gluten free) All plated dinners are served with choice of potato or rice pilaf, Chef’s choice seasonal vegetable medley, choice of dessert, rolls & butter, freshly brewed coffee or tea.

Prices are subject to change. Please contact us for our complete terms & conditions.

“The Saraguay” Salads Please select three (3) of the following Classic Caesar, Greek, Spinach, Baby Red Potato, Creamy Coleslaw Sides Please select three (3) of the following Roast, Mashed, or Parsley Boiled Potatoes, Rice Pilaf, Sautéed Green Beans, Honey Glazed Carrots Vegetable Medley, Mediterranean Roasted Vegetables Entrees Please select two (2) of the following Haddock Baked or Breaded with Lemon and Herb Roast Turkey with Savoury Stuffing Roast Hip of Beef au jus Roast or Fried Chicken Breast with Honey Orange and Ginger Glazed Roast Loin of Pork Maple Glazed Ham Vegetarian au gratin Desserts Please select three (3) of the following Acadian Apple Crisp with Whipped Cream Blueberry Cobbler (seasonal), Strawberry Trifle, Strawberry or Lemon Cream Cake Chocolate World Cake Assorted Sweets and Squares Tea & Coffee

BUFFET LUNCHEONS The Executive Lunch $14.95 ++pp Assortment of sandwiches (1 ¼ pp) on a variety of breads, Hearty soup of the day, assorted sweets and cookies, coffee & tea Substitute Seafood chowder, additional $2.00 Saraguay Pasta Buffet $16.95++ pp (20 person minimum) Classic Caesar salad, cheese tortellini, lasagna, pesto penne with pine nuts, garlic toast, assorted sweets, coffee & tea The Wrap Party $15.95++ Assorted wraps – chicken, beef and vegetarian, mixed green salad, assorted sweets and cookies, Coffee & Tea PLATED LUNCHEONS All lunches served with choice of mixed green salad, classic caesar salad, spinach salad or potato/vegetable medley, roll and butter. $14.95++ Chicken or Beef Stir-fry with Shrimp Scampi Linguine, Fresh Vegetables, Lasagna – vegetarian or meat, Seafood Caesar Salad, Chicken or Shrimp Pesto Penne, Stuffed Grilled Breast of Chicken Baked Haddock with lemon parsley butter - $16.95++ Tea/Coffee & Assorted Squares Station - $2.95++

Squadron Continental $9.55 pp Seasonal sliced fruit tray, assorted danish Muffins and cinnamon buns Coffee, tea and fruit juices Hearty Saraguay Breakfast Buffet $ 14.95 pp Seasonal sliced fruit tray Assorted breakfast pastries Scrambled eggs, crispy bacon Home fried breakfast potatoes Toast with butter and jam, fruit juices Coffee & tea Create your own buffet by adding specialty choices Individual yogurt $1.75 Hot biscuits $1.95 Quiche or frittata $4.95 Ham or Sausage $4.95 Plated Traditional Breakfast $11.95 pp Eggs, home fries, bacon, sausage or ham, toast, coffee & tea

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This historical room is the perfect venue for your company meeting or group seminar. Accommodating groups of up to 15 people, this room provides a beautiful water view overlooking the serene boating life of the Club.

Supported Layouts and Capacities

Located on the first floor of our Clubhouse, our smart-casual Sailor's Bar is also available for function bookings. This room comfortably accommodates seating of up to 30 people and is a wonderful venue for company meetings, group seminars, or an important anniversary dinner for your family.

The Saraguay House has two areas that are primarily used for private functions, both overlooking the Northwest Arm. The main level, which opens onto the upper balcony is suitable for larger parties, meetings and dinners. It can accommodate up to 130 guests for a dinner reception, or 150 for a cocktail reception. The lower Terrace Room and Deck can accommodate up to 100 guests for a reception and dinner or a cocktail reception of up to 150

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Met all our needs for Reception and dinner. Food was great and portions fair. Stephanie our server was great. Met all my requirements. Very beautiful venue.

Marriann Creelman and her staff were fantastic. From early planning stages to wedding day, we enjoyed a very professional, experienced and knowledgeable team, Marriann, in particular, who guided a young bride and groom and made all the planning very effortless on our part. The venue was spotless, the floors freshly waxed and the staff were so accommodating. We were given carte blanche in terms of decoration, but the simple touches such as the baby grand piano make this such a classic setting. The water views, the lovely grounds and expert wait team just made for a wonderful experience. Our guests made comment on the beautiful surroundings and were very impressed with the meal, it was delivered quickly, was very well prepared and presented, the salads cold, the main course piping hot. As the parents of the bride and having attended many ceremonies over the years, I must commend the staff and encourage anyone looking for an intimate waterside wedding (we sat 105+-) to strongly consider the Saraquay House, youwill be delighted.

• Full Bar/Lounge
• Fully Equipped Kitchen
• On-Site Catering Service
• Outdoor Function Area
• Outdoor Pool
• Wireless Internet/Wi-Fi
• Max Number of People for an Event: 140
• Number of Event/Function Spaces: 6
• Special Features: Waterfront access, marina facilities, on site ceremony location, fully catered and licensed.

Halifax Yacht Club: Joe & Lina

Joe and Lina married at one of the more unique Florida wedding venues, the Halifax Yacht Club . This nautical celebration’s ceremony looked fit for sea queen with our natural wood chiavari chairs and Rachael Kasie Designs ’ white draping and floral arrangements.

Our gold chiavari chairs and white pads looked gorgeous at both the ceremony and reception!

The reception maintained the white and blue theme. Rachael Kasie Designs provided the glittering, white dance floor where our coupled had their first dance as man and wife. They also made the pretty and pastel floral centerpieces that popped against the navy blue table linens.  Michaels Photography was on double duty, taking pictures and videos of every special moment!

We wish Joe and Lina the best! Their special day was brought to life by these talented event professionals:

Venue: Halifax Yacht Club

Photographer and Videographer: Michaels Photography

Chairs: A Chair Affair

Floral, Draps, Dance Floor, Uplighting: Rachael Kasie Designs

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