Knysna Yacht Club

Knysna Yacht Club,or simply the KYC is a sailing club located in town of Knysna,on the Indian Ocean coast of South Africa.

Club house in 2014

History

The Club was founded on 31 August 1910 by a handful of sailing enthusiasts.

Some of the founder members

The first clubhouse was completed in December 1911 and at a cost of £176.10.0d . The clubhouse was built from yellowood.

General

The Yacht Club is well known for its hospitality and world-class facilities. Sailors passing through the Heads have a safe navigable lagoon in which to moor their yachts while visiting Knysna and the surrounding region.

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