Mission
Candlewood Yacht Club encourages and promotes sailing and sailboat racing on Candlewood Lake.
We have plenty of parties to promote
camaraderie among our members.
We have an active racing program. We race every weekend from May through mid-October. We have a one-design Flying Scot Fleet and a Cruising Fleet. The club owns a fleet of Sunfish that the members race in some of our regattas.
DISCOVER THE JOY OF SAILING!​
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​Hands-on sailing lessons with certified instructors
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For children ages 8 to 16
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No prior sailing experience required
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Build confidence and independence
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Learn teamwork and leadership
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Make new friends and lifelong memories on the water
We have several picnics and parties throughout the year.
Everyone has a great time.
Facilities
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Clubhouse for meetings and functions
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Sail loft to store gear
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Slips, moorings, and dry sail area
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Beach for swimming
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Boat ramp to launch boats
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Picnic area to enjoy meals with your friends
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Beautiful views of Candle Lakes​
Work Parties
Our club is run by our members. Everyone contributes ​​to help our club operate. We do not have any paid staff. This helps keep our membership fees low.
History
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Boat storage
We have several types of storage for your boat during the season. We have:
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9 moorings
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57 dock slips
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9 dry sail spaces
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12 kayak rack
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We also store most member boats on the club property during the winter.
Candlewood Lake
Candlewood Lake is located in Western Connecticut. At 8.4 square miles, it is the largest lake in Connecticut. It is a reservoir created by the power company in 1926 as a pumped power storage facility.
It is managed by the Candlewood Lake Authority.
