ROCKLAND YACHT CLUB MOORINGS

Welcome to the 2025 Mooring Season!

The Rockland Yacht Club is proud to offer 8 moorings for rent during the 2025 season, running from June 11th to October 1st. 

Mooring Availability

• 5 Moorings for boats under 40 feet: $1,700 for the season (all taken already)

• 3 Moorings for boats over 40 feet: $1,900 for the season

Our moorings are conveniently located in Rockland Harbor, providing safe and accessible anchorage for a wide variety of vessels. Each mooring is regularly inspected and maintained to ensure your safety and peace of mind.

Where Are Our Moorings Located?

To help you easily locate our moorings:

• Interactive Map: View our moorings on Google Earth. This link provides a detailed view of the exact mooring locations in Rockland Harbor.

• Printable Map: Download a PDF map for reference. (Include a link to the map or allow users to request it.)

Our moorings are positioned to offer excellent protection and scenic views of the harbor.

Important Notes

• No Launch Service for Non-Members: Please note that the Rockland Yacht Club does not provide launch service to rented moorings unless you are a club member. Be sure to plan your dinghy access accordingly. (I thought they could pay to ride, maybe change the wording to mooring rental does not include launch service. )

• Paperwork: Interested in renting a mooring? You can find all the required paperwork and detailed rental terms by downloading the forms here or reaching out to us directly for assistance.

Why Choose Rockland Yacht Club?

1. Prime Location: Enjoy the charm of Rockland Harbor, with easy access to town and nearby attractions.

2. Safe and Secure: Our moorings are designed to provide a stable anchorage in all conditions.

3. Community Atmosphere: Being part of Rockland Yacht Club offers a warm, welcoming environment for sailors and boaters alike.

Ready to Reserve Your Mooring? Reach out to us today for more information or to reserve your mooring!

• Email: info@rocklandyachtclub.com

Spaces are limited, so secure your spot early for the 2025 season!

Rockland Yacht Club Launch Service 

Take advantage of our convenient launch service to/from your boat in Rockland Harbor. Our club launch, “Ginnie T,” is named after Rockland Yacht Club Commodore Virginia Torney (1975) who was recognized by Maine news media as the first yacht club commodore in the state and perhaps the country. The Ginnie T is based at the Rockland Public Landing, near our clubhouse and Harbormaster office. We typically begin service in early June and continue into September (schedule below).

Cost:

• Transport on the launch is a courtesy to all Full members of the Rockland Yacht Club and their accompanied guests.
• For transient boaters visiting, the cost in 2025 is $6/person one way. Payment by credit card is preferred – we use Square for card transactions. Drivers will accept cash (especially for tips!).
• There are multi-trip punch cards available for purchase.

Locations served:

• Rockland Harbor is home to several marinas and boating facilities at which the launch can pick you up or drop you off. We no longer provide rides to the lighthouse or breakwater docks.

How to contact:

• Launch drivers respond to “RYC Launch” on VHF Ch 9 or take ride requests on the launch cell phone: 207/233-2800.

2025 schedule (June 8 – September 15):

• Beginning Saturday, June 8 the launch will operate daily from 8:00am until 8:00pm. Launch service will continue through the summer, into September and until the weekend of RYC’s Maine Rocks race (September 14). The last day of launch operation will be Sunday, September 15.

Etchells Fleet Expansion

This past season, RYC Tuesday night race series saw three Etchells on the line most evenings for some fun competitive one-design racing, it’s always great to have one design boats on the course! It seems that there is a movement a foot as we are hearing rumors (many confirmed) that this class is growing! We understand that by next season, the 2023 Tuesday night race series might have a total of 7-8 boats on the line. Several new boats have been procured by club members, two by people who crewed on Etchells this summer!  And several other boats from as far as Belfast, are now planning to join the fleet on this news. It seems the excitement is infectious! This is an exciting time for our club to host one design racing on Penobscot Bay. 

Of course, other boats are welcome to sail PHRF, either spinnaker or cruising class.  It's a wonderful way to get out on the water and experience the camaraderie of being on the water with a fun group of people.  No or limited racing experience?   No worries- there will be a Racing Rules Seminar in the spring and there will likely be a lot of opportunities to crew on an Etchells and other boats.  Join the fun in this exciting time in our racing program development!