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 Since Royal Harbor is located right on the
shores of Lake Harris, one might expect to find "boating" as a popular
activity within the community. Judging by the growing list of members in
the newly-formed, Royal Harbor Yacht Club, spending time on the water is
a high priority for many residents.
Thanks to the efforts of Bill Byron and his
wife Carol, the Yacht Club was launched in January of this year. When
they moved to Royal Harbor about three years ago from Ohio, they brought
with them over 35 years of boating experience. Bill and Carol began by
arranging informal trips with other boating enthusiasts. Then, when the
number of residents interested in boating became large enough, they
decided to form the club. As a result, the first meeting of the Yacht
Club was held just five months ago, and the club has already grown to 81
members, making it the largest club in Royal Harbor.
The marina is still in the early stages of
planning, so some of its features and amenities are subject to change.
But, preliminary plans include a facility with 41 boat slips that will
be covered and have hoists to hold the stored boats out of the water.
The Yacht Club is eagerly anticipating moving their watercraft to the
on-the-water boat storage for residents. Most residents currently store
their boats on trailers in the community storage area.
To promote boating safety, the Yacht Club is
also affiliated with the local Coast Guard Auxiliary. Boating safety
courses are offered at least once a month.
 Annual dues of $10 per person, and a $7
initiation fee covers decals, cards and other miscellaneous items. Bill
serves as the club’s Commodore (the president’s position). He is
assisted by Gene Hagler, Vice-Commodore and Joel Sorenson, Treasurer.
Jim Reasor is Secretary and Dave Hoffmeyer is Rear Commodore . Up to 40%
of club members can be non-boat owners, which allows residents who do
not own boats an opportunity to spend some time on the water. The club
meets monthly, to allow members to plan upcoming excursions.
It is interesting to note that several
non-boat owners soon became owners after "riding along" with others.
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