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Welcome to the San Francisco Model Yacht Club

SFMYC HouseOur club is devoted to the building and sailing of model yachts, both power and sail. Whether you are a builder, sailor, or just plain interested in this interesting and beautiful hobby, all are welcome.

We are located in San Francisco’s historic Golden Gate Park at the 36th Avenue and Fulton Street entrance. There we have a clubhouse and a lake, both of which are devoted to model yachting.

Membership is open to anyone with an interest in model yachting and power boating. You do not need to reside in the San Francisco Bay area to be a member, we have members from across the United States.  Join the San Francisco Model Yacht Club.

Last Updated ( Monday, 28 April 2008 )
 
Current Conditions at Spreckels Lake
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Last Updated ( Monday, 09 March 2009 )
 
Watershed Artist Changes Landscape
DanMcCormick.jpgDaniel McCormick, a SFMYC member, is an artist who uses materials found in nature to help restore damaged watersheds. His sculptures are specially designed to conform to erroded banks and gullies to help these areas re-establish themselves. San Francisco's TV20 (Cable 13) recently did a segment on his work. For more on Dan's work, check out Daniel's blog 
Last Updated ( Thursday, 21 August 2008 )
 
Wooden Boats on Parade

Wooden Boats on Parade
Wooden Boats on Parade
The San Francisco Model Yacht Club hosted its big fall event, Wooden Boats on Parade, on Saturday, October 11, 2008.  The next Wooden Boats on Parade will be in 2010.

Since its inception in 1996, the show has grown to become one of the largest model boat exhibitions in the country. The last show, held two years ago, attracted over 200 participants from the Western United States and Canada. Its purpose is to promote the skills and craftsmanship of model boat building and sailing by showcasing some of the finest examples of museum quality vintage and contemporary ship models in a relaxed and non-competitive setting.

Last Updated ( Saturday, 14 March 2009 )
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Aging and Weathering Article

Ken Valk has written an interesting construction article about Aging and Weathering. The article can be found here.

Since Ken completed the “Lupo Di Mare” (Sea Dog in Italian), a 60 inch 1932 era Monterey Clipper used for salmon and crabbing on the West Coast, many fellow modelers have asked how she was finished. The article includes some thoughts and tips which may help builders (beginning and experienced) to created the perfect weather and aged appearance on your next model.
 

Last Updated ( Saturday, 14 March 2009 )
 
 
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