Interested in Joining the Seafarer’s Yacht Club Family?
Since 1959, we’ve brought boaters together for cruising, fellowship, and fun on the water.
The Seafarer’s Yacht Club, Inc., located on Back Creek in the Eastport peninsula of Annapolis, Maryland, is a private, nonprofit 501 (c) (7) social organization of boaters that has been in continuous operation since 1959. Members of the club and their guests can participate on their boats in our breathtaking cruises, boating activities, and fun gatherings. Come experience the exceptional Seafarers camaraderie and passion for boating.
Steps to Becoming a SYC Member
General Considerations: Membership in the Seafarers Yacht Club (SYC) is open to individuals aged twenty-one (21) and above who demonstrate an interest in yachting, seamanship, and related social activities. Applicants are required to be of good moral character and must be recommended by a current active SYC member for consideration. Boat ownership, although is not a prerequisite for certain membership categories, is strongly encouraged. Applicants are required to submit a complete membership application along with the initiation fee and any necessary supporting documentation. Eligible individuals must agree to adhere to the SYC Constitution, Club, and House Rules. Also, to qualify for membership new members must be a family member or known by an active SYC member in good standing.
First Step: As a prospective member, you are encouraged to visit the club and meet the members at an event. By attending events and conversing with its members, prospective members will learn whether the club is the right opportunity for them, and members will learn whether the prospective member is a good addition to the club. A key part of the application process is to secure two sponsors, of which should be SYC captains. Also, you should have good rapport with your sponsors, and they should be willing to serve as your mentor throughout the application process and beyond.
Second Step: Receive the SYC membership application from the membership chair and fully complete it. You will also need two (2) personal references, of which should preferably be SYC members or members of another yacht club of which you are/were a member.
Third Step: Submit your application to the membership chair and pay the initiation fee to SYC treasurer.
Fourth Step: Your application will be reviewed by the membership chair. If it is completed with the required initiation fee, a ballot will be submitted to the SYC Executive Board for approval.
Fifth Step: Upon the executive board’s approval, a ballot is submitted to the general SYC membership for approval.
Final Step: Once the voting process is completed, the membership chair will reach out to you to inform you of the decision. If approved, you will be welcomed to the club, and at the next general membership meeting, presented with your welcome package and membership certificate. If not approved, you are allowed to re-apply for membership a minimum of six (6) months from the date of your initial membership application.
SYC Membership Categories
Membership Categories: there are four (4) categories of membership: Resident, Resident Family, Associate, Associate Family, Affiliate, and Social member.
Resident Member: Individuals must meet all requirements prescribed under the General Considerations. These individuals must be current boat owners at the time of membership and are required to provide supporting documentation of ownership. They would have access to all SYC membership benefits as defined for this membership category. They would have full voting rights, eligibility to serve as an officer and to serve on SYC committees, subject to being in good standing - current, up-to-date SYC dues/assessment status.
Resident Family Member: Individuals must meet all requirements prescribed under the General Considerations and they be two individuals living in the same household. They would have access to all SYC membership benefits defined for this membership category, including full voting rights, eligibility to serve as an officer and to serve on SYC committees, provided they maintain good standing with current SYC dues/assessments.
Associate Member: Individuals must meet all requirements prescribed under the General Considerations. While they do not own boats, they are entitled to all SYC membership benefits designated for this category. These privileges the right to vote and hold office, attend SYC meetings, and participate on SYC Committees, contingent upon maintaining good standing and staying current with SYC dues/assessments.
Associate Family Member: Individuals must meet all requirements prescribed under the General Considerations and they be two individuals living in the same household. While they do not own boats, they are entitled to all SYC membership benefits designated for this category. These privileges are the right to vote and hold office, attend SYC meetings, and participate on SYC Committees, contingent upon maintaining good standing and staying current with SYC dues/assessments.
Affiliate Member: Individuals must meet all requirements prescribed under the General Considerations and who are active, financial; card carrying members of another yachting/boating club are eligible for this category of membership. These individuals need not be boat owners at the time of application for SYC membership. They would have access to all SYC membership benefits as defined for this membership category. They would not have the right to vote or hold office, but can attend SYC meetings, are eligible to serve on SYC committees, subject to being in good standing - current, up-to-date SYC dues/assessment status.
Social Member: Individuals must meet all requirements as prescribed under the General Considerations and is a family member or known guest of an active SYC member in good standing. These individuals need not be boat owners. They would have access to all SYC membership benefits as defined for this membership category. They would not have the right to vote or hold office, but can attend SYC meetings, are eligible to serve on SYC committees, subject to current, up-to-date SYC dues/assessment status.