The Canberra Model Yacht Club formed 40 years ago at "Nerang Pool" near the city and has continued to grow in strength since then.

The Club sails every Sunday, weather permitting, on the first Sunday of the month sailing at Lake Tuggeranong, and then at Bowen Park for the other Sundays of the month. . We meet at 10am in summer and 10-30am in winter. If for some reason the club is unable to sail at the specified venue, members are advised by email a day or two beforehand.

There is a sailing and race calendar on the CMYC web site, as well as frequency lists, members boats,  and many other items of interest about the Club.

There are five International classes of yachts sailed in the CMYC

• International A Class, which are the largest.
• International 10 Rater Class, these are usually the fastest
• Marblehead Class, they are becoming popular again.
• International One Metre Class, otherwise known as IOM, are the smallest of the classes, and
• East Coast 12 Class which are based on a 1958 Americas Cup test tank model.

However, the Club welcomes any other type of yacht that either a member or visitor wishes to sail.

All members are willing to assist and answer questions, we were all beginners once, so don't hesitate to ask.

Boats can be bought new and second-hand for a range of prices, and many are advertised on the Internet. The best place to look is the Australian Radio Yachting Association web site under 'Boats for Sale'. Local boats for sale are listed on our classified page.  If you need advice, other members will advise you whether or not they think what is offered is a good buy.

Requirements for membership

• Patience, Tolerance, and a sense of humour

Requirements for sailing days:

• Patience, A chair, Hat and sunscreen, Fly repellent, Lunch and a thermos of coffee.

Our aim is to enjoy our hobby and have fun with our friends, old and new.

If you would like to know more please don't hesitate to call our Secretary on 02 6241 3070