PIERPONT BAY YACHT CLUB

Dodgers View Party - Early 4th of July Gamenight at PBYC
2025-07-02 19:00 - 22:00 (America/Los_Angeles) | PBYC, 1363 Spinnaker Drive, Ventura, CA, 93003, United States

Weekend Escape to Santa Barbara June 6-8 2025
2025-06-06 08:00 - 2025-06-08 12:30 (America/Los_Angeles) | CA
Ahoy, PBYC Boaters!
It’s time to kick off summer with our annual cruise up the coast to beautiful Santa Barbara! Whether you sail or motor, we’re heading out Friday, June 6th, aiming to grab guest slips at the harbor for two nights (first come, first served—call 30 minutes before arrival to check availability).
🗓 Trip Highlights:
Friday, June 6 –

Depart Ventura and cruise up to Santa Barbara

Dock and relax

Happy Hour on one of the boats (details to come!)

Saturday, June 7 –

Enjoy a leisurely day exploring town

Farmers Market stroll 🌿

Shopping, people-watching, and great food 🍷🍴

Optional Happy Hour (if we didn’t do it Friday)

Sunday, June 8 –

Morning departure back to Ventura

Let’s get more than one boat up there this year—it’s always more fun with a fleet! 🚤⛵
Interested? Let us know you’re planning to join, so we can coordinate Happy Hour and keep an ear out for fellow boats.
Also, please provide your emergency contact details here: https://forms.gle/eGS7gRcUYG4yt6P99, this will be made available to the cruise chair and the PBYC vice commodore or the delegate safety officer in case of emergencies.
Fair winds and smooth seas,PBYC Cruise Crew, Andy Fried – Cruise Chair, Jay Dupuy – Motorfleet captain

Game Night Friday - May 9 - 2025
2025-05-09 17:00 - 21:00 (America/Los_Angeles) | PBYC, 1363 Spinnaker Drive, Ventura, CA, 93003, United States
🎲 Game Night at PBYC – Friday, May 9th! 🌟Weather permitting, we’ll be outside enjoying bocce ball and other fun games starting around 6 PM.
Our Own Capt. Cowan will provide instructions for those unfamiliar with the rules.
🍷 IMPORTANT: Club drinks must stay inside the clubhouse — if you’re joining us outside, please BYOB (bring your own beverages).Let’s keep it fun and follow the rules — bring your game face and your favorite drink, and we’ll see you there! 🎯

PBYC - Cinco de Mayo Party
2025-05-04 14:00 - 17:00 (America/Los_Angeles) | PBYC, 1363 Spinnaker Drive, Ventura, CA, 93003, United States

April 26, 2025 General Meeting
2025-04-26 06:00 - 21:00 (America/Los_Angeles) | PBYC, 1363 Spinnaker Drive, Ventura, CA, 93003, United States
Join Us for the Pierpont Bay Yacht Club General Meeting!
All members and their guests are warmly invited to attend our upcoming General Meeting. Join us for an evening where we discuss important club business, introduce new members, announce new chair positions, and enjoy a delicious dinner prepared by our past commodore, Andy Killian.
As always, we’ll have an engaging presentation and our exciting accumulating prize drawing—don’t miss your chance to win!
We look forward to seeing you there and enjoying another memorable evening at PBYC!

Sunday Morning Bay Ride - April 20, 9:30 - 1:00 PM
2025-04-20 09:00 - 13:00 (America/Los_Angeles) | CA
🚤 Sunday Morning Bay Ride – April 20, 9AM–1PMExperience the TunaTan!
Got friends curious about boating? Or maybe you’re a member without a boat? Come aboard the TunaTan – a 23′ Cobia Center Console – for a fun and relaxed Sunday morning cruise!
🗓 Sunday, April 20🕘 9:00 AM – 1:00 PM📍 Departing from Ventura Harbor💰 Just chip in for gas – likely under $20 per person!
✅ Open to prospective members and members without a boat🥪 Bring a few snacks or drinks to share
Space is limited, so RSVP early to secure a spot!
Let’s hit the water and enjoy a taste of the boating life with great company and smooth seas.

Mariner's Swap Meet at Safe Harbor Ventura Isle
2025-04-19 08:30 - 13:00 (America/Los_Angeles) | PBYC, 1363 Spinnaker Drive, Ventura, CA, 93003, United States
Join Safe Harbor Ventura Isle, PBYC and fellow mariners for a community swap meet hosted by Safe Harbor Ventura Isle on Saturday, April 19, 2025, from 8:30 AM to 1:00 PM. This event offers a great opportunity to buy, sell, or trade nautical items and connect with the boating community.​Ventura Harbor Village+1Ventura Harbor Village+1
For more details, visit: https://www.venturaharborvillage.com/event/mariners-swap-meet-at-safe-harbor-ventura-isle/​

PBYC Game Night - Friday April 18, 6:00 PM
2025-04-18 18:00 - 21:00 (America/Los_Angeles) | PBYC, 1363 Spinnaker Drive, Ventura, CA, 93003, United States
Cribbage night is our first Friday night event for the season! Come in and get to know us. Don’t know how to play? We give lessons! Bring an interesting board if you have one. Don’t like card games! We have a cupboard full of board games to choose from. Small snacks will be provided. Bring something to share if you like. Cash, credit, debit at the door for this event, please. $10.00 includes one drink at the full bar. RSVP is not required, but you may use the meetup link below or text the organizer (Jeff).

December 15 - 2024 Holiday Open House
2024-12-15 14:00 - 17:00 (America/Los_Angeles) | PBYC, 1363 Spinnaker Drive, Ventura, CA, 93003, United States

2024 - Ventura Parade Of Lights - Holiday Party at PBYC!
2024-12-14 18:30 - 21:00 (America/Los_Angeles) | PBYC, 1363 Spinnaker Drive, Ventura, CA, 93003, United States

PBYC General Meeting - Featuring David Bowen
2024-06-22 18:00 - 21:00 UTC | PBYC, 1363 Spinnaker Drive, Ventura, CA, 93003, United States
Event: General Meeting and Presentation by Dave Bowen (Free, but Dinner $10, RSVP Required)
Date: June 22nd
Time: 18:00 – 21:00
Location: PBYC Club House
About the Speaker:
Dave Bowen has been connected to the sea his entire life, with extensive experience in surfing, SCUBA diving, kayaking, and sailing. A certified SCUBA diver since the age of 15, Dave holds instructor certifications from the Professional Association of Diving Instructors, the National Association of Underwater Instructors, the LA County Diving Instructors, and Divers Alert Network Instructors.
Dave learned to sail at a young age and is a certified Sailing Instructor with the United States Sailing Association and the American Sailing Association. He also holds a 100-ton merchant marine Master Captain’s license. His participation in local and international sailboat races and membership in the Coast Guard Auxiliary highlights his dedication to maritime activities.
In 1997, after retiring from AT&T and following the retirement of Leo Robbins, Dave joined the Leo Robbins Community Sailing team. Over the past 27 years, he has served as an Instructor and Director of Sailing, introducing both youth and adults to the world of sailing. His passion for the sea and dedication to community sailing make him a valuable asset to the center.
Join us for an insightful presentation by Dave Bowen, where he will share his experiences and knowledge about the sea and sailing.
We look forward to seeing you on June 22nd!

PBYC Open House June 9
2024-06-09 14:00 - 17:00 UTC | PBYC, 1363 Spinnaker Drive, Ventura, CA, 93003, United States

PBYC Member General Meeting - featuring Alicia Stratton
2024-05-25 18:00 - 21:00 UTC | PBYC, 1363 Spinnaker Drive, Ventura, CA, 93003, United States

44th Annual HARDWAY RACE
2024-05-11 11:00 - 17:00 UTC | SBSC, 130 Harbor Way, Santa Barbara, CA, 93109, United States

Land Cruise - Thai New Year Celebration - Hollywood Blvd. Thai Town.
2024-04-28 08:00 - 17:00 UTC | THAI TOWN, LOS ANGELES, Hollywood Blvd, between Western Ave & Normandie Ave
Join Andy Fried and other club members for a celebration of Thai New Year. Add yourself to the calendar invitation: https://calendar.app.google/j2PUtSJSHuiiJqkF7

Ventura Annual Mariners Swap Meet
2024-04-27 08:00 - 13:00 UTC | Safe Harbor Ventura Isle, 1363 Spinnaker Dr., Ventura, CA, 93003, United States

PBYC Open House with Live Music - Sierra Highway
2024-04-21 14:00 - 17:00 UTC | PBYC, 1363 Spinnaker Drive, Ventura, CA, 93003, United States

PBYC Spring Series - Race #3
2024-03-23 11:00 - 19:00 UTC | Mandalay Buoy

PBYC Spring Series - Race #2
2024-03-09 11:00 - 19:00 UTC | CA

February 25 PBYC Open House
2024-02-25 14:00 - 17:00 UTC | PBYC, 1363 Spinnaker Drive, Ventura, CA, 93003, United States

PBYC Spring Series - Race #1
2024-02-17 11:00 - 19:00 UTC | Mandalay Buoy

2024 Super Bowl
2024-02-11 14:00 - 19:00 UTC | PBYC, 1363 Spinnaker Drive, Ventura, CA, 93003, United States

Aug 4 - 6 Cruise to Santa Cruz Island
2023-08-04 - 2023-08-06 | CA
20230804 Santa Cruz Pelican or Fry’s
Dates; FRI-. SUN. Aug 4-6 2023
Destination : Pelican Bay or Fry’s

Contact: Andy Fried (818) 427-0871 andyfried@earthlink.net
Monitor channel 16; Working channel 68
EVENTS: Sail or power out Fri. AM. Anchor, explore, fish, kayak, maybe hike. Potluck Sat night. Sail back on Sunday. Landing permit required for each boat if anyone wants to go ashore. To apply for landing permit go (https:www.nature.org/cruzpermit.)

July 23rd Day Sail to Platform Gina and BBQ
2023-07-23 10:30 - 19:00 UTC | CA
20230723 PBYC Platform Gina day sail

Coordinator / POC: Andy Fried andyfried@earthlink.net (818) 427-0871

Dates of Event: July 23 ,2023 10:30 AM, BBQ 2PM Bring something to cook

Destination: Daysail from Ventura to Platform Gina, return to Club for BBQ

Activities: Day Sail, BBQ

Phone: 818 427-0871

Santa Barbara Weekend
2023-05-19 - 2023-05-21 | CA
Coordinator/POC: Andy Fried (818) 427-0871, andyfried@earthlink.net
Dates of Event: Friday through Sunday, May 19-21
Destination: Santa Barbara Harbor
Schedule: Sail up Friday AM. Explore town on Saturday. Dinner in Town.
Sail back on Sunday.
Communication: Monitor channel 16; working channel 68.
Santa Barbara Harbor 2023

All Hands on Deck
2023-05-06 14:00 - 17:00 UTC | PBYC, 1363 Spinnaker Drive, Ventura, CA, 93003, United States
Flyer: All Hands on Deck
Come to PBYC on May 6th at 2 pm to hear the author’s presentation about his adventure delivering the Tall Ship ROSE from Rhode Island to California with an inexperienced crew. ROSE was featured in the movie Master and Commander: the Far Side of the World.

April 30 Club Day Sail to Platform Gina Sail or Power
2023-04-30 | CA
April 30, 2023 PBYC Gina Day Sail
Platform Gina Day Sail or Power
Coordinator / POC: Andy Fried andyfried@earthlink.net , (818) 427-0871
Date of Event: April 30,2023
Schedule: Leave Ventura ~10:30 am. BBQ ~ 2 pm. Bring something to BBQ & a dish to share.
Destination: Daysail from Ventura to Platform Gina, return to Club for BBQ
Communication: Monitor channel 16; working channel 68.
Coordinates of Gina: Lat 34o 7.0’N; Lon 119o 16.6’W

April 25 -27 Sail to Coches, Santa Cruz Island
2023-04-25 - 2023-04-27 | CA
April 25 – 27 Club Cruise to Coches Prietos anchorage on Santa Cruz Island
Another Pierpont Bay Yacht Club Cruise to Santa Cruz Island
Coordinator / POC: Andy Fried andyfried@earthlink.net (818) 427-0871
Coms: VHF Monitor channel 16, Working channel 68
Date of Event: April 25-27 2023
Destination: Coches Prietos anchorage on Santa Cruz Island
Activities: Sail/Power to the island and anchor. Hiking on shore, and kayaking. Happy hour and maybe a pot luck dinner Saturday Night. A Landing permit is required for each boat if anyone from the boat wants to go ashore. To apply for a landing permit, go to https://www.nature.org/cruzpermit. If the anchorage is crowded or there is a swell from the south we will make other plans.

PBYC Land Cruise to China Town
2023-04-08 10:00 - 17:00 UTC | China Town, Los Angeles
Event: PBYC Land Cruse
Date: April 8, 2023 10AM-all day
Location: Metro to Olvera Street, China Town
Contact person: Andy Fried (818) 427-0871 or
andyfried@earthlink.net
This will be our second land cruse of the year. The plan is to meet at Metro parking lot
At Victory Blvd and Balboa Blvd in Lake Balboa area of the S.F Valley. We will take the
Orange line to No Ho Station, then subway to Union Station. From there we can walk to
Olvera St. and or take Gold line to China Town. Another option would be to stop at
Grand Central Market, Angel’s flight.
Tap cards, and day passes can be purchased at our starting point. Parking is free.

Open House
2023-04-02 14:00 - 17:00 UTC | PBYC, 1363 Spinnaker Drive, Ventura, CA, 93003, United States
