News, Projects, Tips & In Memoriam
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Main Dock Renovation Updates
*Click Here to view more Photos of this Project from start to finish*
Updated November 26, 2024
As of November 24, most of the renovations to the north end of the Main Dock are complete! See photos below showing the new asphalt deck, the new sheet wall on the corner.
More work will be done in the spring along the tree line, eg. landscaping, tree replacement, etc. (photos by R. Goldt)
Above photo from Nov. 23, remaining photos from Nov. 24
Updated October 22, 2024
The Renovations to the north end of the FYC Main Dock have begun!! Commodore Stacey has met with the contractors and engineers about the progress of the work and has included some photos below with explanations of progress so far. You will note the severely degraded old steel sheet wall which clearly shows that this renovation was sorely needed. You will also see that Fanshawe Lake’s level is down a lot!
The contractor has cleared some brush about 12′ in from the edge of the main dock and covered that brush and debris with dirt, forming a pathway for the machinery to travel along the dockside on the grassy area – not on the dock surface itself.
They have removed the dock surface on the north corner and some dirt to expose the old sheet wall. In the final photo taken from on the water by Club Steward Bob M, you can see some of the new sheet wall sections being installed.
For more information about the Main Dock & Shoreline Project, please Click Here
*Please Note: Though the work on this project is very interesting, FYC Members are asked to please NOT enter the construction area. We will try to keep you updated as often as possible!
Thanks again to the Ontario Trillium Foundation for their support on this much needed project.
*To view photos larger, right click your mouse then click Magnify Image. Photos above by Commodore Stacey V and Bob M.
Fall 2024 Work Party
October 20, 2024
The Fall Work Party on Saturday, October 5 was a success once again. Thanks to a great turnout of members, all of the major jobs on Vice-Commodore Emily’s To Do List were accomplished.
Additionally, following the Work Party, most of the boats have been stored and the club grounds are ready for the renovation construction to the north end of the Main Dock to get under way.
* To make photos larger, right click on your mouse then click Magnify Image.
Photos by F. Lohmann and C. Hone.
Exciting News for Fanshawe Yacht Club!
September 9, 2024
Fanshawe Yacht Club is thrilled to announce that we have been approved for an Ontario Trillium Foundation Grant to repair a portion of the Main Dock!
Good News! Fanshawe Lake water levels are back to normal! Aug 2
Thursday, August 1, 2024
FYC update: water levels are back to normal! Reminder that the Fanshawe Reservoir water level guage can be found here. Normal level is about 0.2m and the top of the main dock is about 0.70m.
Tuesday, July 23, 2024 3.21pm
Fanshawe Conservation Area has announced via their Website and Facebook that the reservoir has Reopened! They advise caution as there may be some debris remaining in the water. Very good news indeed!
Monday, July 22, 2024
The UTRCA has advised FYC that Fanshawe Lake will remain CLOSED tomorrow, Tuesday, July 23. Stay tuned for more updates.
Thursday, July 18, 2024
Fanshawe Lake still closed. Click Here to view the most recent Flood Bulletin from the UTRCA effective until July 22.
- A Reminder from the Harbour Masters to FYC Members who have boats on the moorings: While the High Water Team has been checking boats as the water rose, now, as the water recedes, it would be helpful to the Team if you can row out to your own boat and begin shortening up your bow painter. Once the lake levels are close to normal (about 30cm below the top of the main dock), then you can put your mooring chain back on your boat. By that time, the mooring floats will all be above water again. Make sure all attachment points for the primary pennant (chain) and secondary pennant (painter) are secure. If you are not able to get to your own boat, please ask a friend at FYC to help you with this.
Tuesday, July 16, 2024
Here is an update on the water levels from the Upper Thames River Conservation Authority posted yesterday:
Saturday, July 13, 2024
The remnants of Hurricane Beryl are still causing a ruckus!
FYC on the RADIO & YouTube!
Click Here to listen to a CBC Radio Morning Segment with reporter Kate Dubinsky about Fanshawe Yacht Club. Kate interviews Commodore Stacey and Past Commodore Bonita as they explain about sailing in London, the Open House and more.
Click Here to read the article online. This article also includes a wonderful Video interview shot that same day with Commodore Stacey, Past Commodore Bonita and Club Steward Bob by Kate Dubinsky.
Updated May 21, 2024
Green Boating in 2024
The Green Boating Guide is an excellent resource for those on, in, or around water to understand how your actions can affect our water systems now, and in the future.
For more links to further reading, guides, education, online magazines and other excellent resources for sailors and boaters, please check out the External Links tab at the bottom of the FYC website