Category: History

Calling all Members & Associates

Are you creative, with an eye for design? Maybe you are a die hard GYC fan? Or maybe, just maybe you have some old GYC hats and memorabilia tucked away?!

We are looking for a few Members to help design a line of GYC “Swag.” The process will include everything from types of products we brand, the designs, and if I am lucky some potential modelling opportunities for the website.

If you are interested in this once in a Membership opportunity, meet us at the Clubhouse (outback weather dependent) Saturday June 21st @ 1pm. Bring your ideas, your old swag, and a whatever creativity you may possess!

Sarah Fenton GYC Historian

In honor of “GYC Adjacent” George (Ziggy) Hill. George had been good friends with my dad Paul Fenton for almost 50 years, having served with him in the Airborne. Dad had convinced Zig to start boating himself in the late 90’s where he joined the Marina next store, after spending quite a bit of time on our boat at the GYC he had caught the boating bug. After he gotten out of boating up north, he continued to visit the GYC often with my Dad. George passed July 6th of this year and will be greatly missed by many in Owen Sound, his celebration of life took place this past Saturday in Port Dover. The GYC community opens the doors to guests joining members of our great club, introducing them to recreational boating and a whole host of new friends.

George will be greatly missed by the Fenton Family, and all of his friends at the GYC.

Sarah Fenton Historian

In honor of Stan McLean.

With winter practically upon us…. and discussion of the current bubbler system and dock repairs top of mind, a throwback to when ice safety meant not falling on your behind! Dock repair in winter was common, saved your back but risked your neck!

History Sarah Fenton

When the weather refuses to cooperate during Sail Past we turn to the same solution 53 years later!

History Sarah Fenton

A different time, heck we didn’t even have a fence! Covering a wide time-line for this throw back, whether you’ve been in the club for a hot minute, or been around long enough you might not want to admit it. Something for everyone!