Southern Yacht Club welcomes all J/80 North American participants to get in some practice on
Lake Pontchartrain ahead of the event. Attached below is our Fall schedule.
We traditionally sail three races starting at L0:00 AM, followed by burgers and cocktails at the
bar. You’re also invited to stay for the SYC Closing Regatta on the Sunday following North
Americans.
Boats may arrive after September 3rd and must depart no later than October 26th. A flat 5125
dry storage fee will be charged. However, no fee will be charged to participants arriving October
4th and departing October 13th.
Fall Schedule:
September 7: Fall Series #1
September 28: Fall Series #2
October 5: Fall Series #3
October 8-L2: J/8O North Americans
October L8: Coco Seemann – an all women event sailed in J80’s
October 19: Southern Yacht Club Closing Regatta
Southern Yacht Club is equipped with two cranes capable of launchin ga J/8O. A mast puller is
attached to the A-frame on our waterfront, allowing for mast stepping after launching.
Volunteers will be on hand to assist with boat launch and recovery during the event. lf you plan
to arrive early, a fleet member can assist you with using our equipment.
For more information, please contact: Christopher M. Wilke; Phone: 504.289.9271or Email:
chriswilke@cox.net
– Commodore Timothy B. Molony