It is unfortunate to hear about the severe damage inflicted on the National Yacht Club fleet. The description highlights the extent of the destruction caused by the powerful waves, resulting in sunken hulls, broken spars, and splintered sides of the yachts. The photo provided shows the fleet prior to the incident, with cross marks indicating the wrecked or damaged yachts. However, it is noted that the picture does not capture the full extent of the damage.
The list of yachts affected includes the Spray, Monsoon, Perky, Idlewild, Halcyon, Gypsy, Volta, Ebb Tide, Scotch Bonnet, Dog Watch, Norma Mae, Donalis, Banshee, Glider, Teal, Lloyd George, Even Steven, Kestrel, Julia, Eleanor R., Margaret H, Evelda, and Jimmie. Unfortunately, the yacht named Jimmie is reported to have completely vanished.
The incident underscores the urgent need for improved protection measures for the National Yacht Club’s moorings to prevent such extensive damage in the future.
Located just downstream of Washington Island in Clayton, NY.
