FAQ

Frequently Asked Questions

1-      How do I join Portsmouth Yacht Club

Membership is by invitation and you need two current members who have held membership at PYC for more than 2 years to sponsor you as a member.  Once sponsored you must attend two club functions and attend an interview with your sponsors and the membership committee.   Once these requirements are completed you will be placed on a waiting list based on the date you completed the above requirements to await the next membership opening.   PYC is limited to 250 members and typically turns over about 10-12 members per  year. 

2-      If I join Portsmouth Yacht Club, do I get a slip or mooring

While we do have slips and moorings, they are not a part of the membership benefits.  The slips and moorings are assigned to members in a lottery as they become available.   This  happens relatively infrequently and members with boats are expected to make their own arrangements.

3-      How do I get a slip / mooring in Portsmouth Harbor

There are two governmental agencies who regulate moorings in Portsmouth Harbor.  The Kittery Port authority regulates moorings on the Kittery Maine side of the harbor, and the Pease Development Authority  regulates the moorings on the Portsmouth NH side of the harbor.  Each maintains a waiting list for moorings, which can be many (more than 10) years long.   In addition there are commercial establishments which rent seasonal moorings or slips.  These include the Kittery Point Yacht Yard and Great Bay Marine among others.

4-      Can I rent the club for my …

 The Club is available on Thursdays, except in July and August and on any Thursday evening a meeting of the Board of Directors is scheduled. For more information (link to application).  Contact the Vice Commodore for availability.

6-      How do I get a summer  job at Portsmouth Yacht club

We have a limited number of summer jobs available.  We give preference to candidates who possess a US Coast Guard launch license or above.  If interested in working for Portsmouth Yacht Club please contact the Steward.

7-      Can I reserve a mooring at Portsmouth Yacht Club

Yes, Please contact the club either  by emailing the Steward or calling the club at 603 436-

8-      Are your moorings at the Isle of Shoals for rent

No.   If your vessel is under 40 feet please feel free to use the mooring as our guest, but be prepared to relinquish it if asked by a member.    We would appreciate if you do NOT raft up more than 2 boats on a mooring .   PYC is not responsible for the use of their moorings and you use the mooring at your own risk.

9-      Can you give me directions for sailing in the Solent  

We think you’re looking for a club in Portsmouth England,   we are located in Portsmouth New Hampshire USA.     Click here for Sailing clubs in Portsmouth England