The Canyon Lake Yacht Club kicked off this year’s events with the installation of its 2025 board members during a special dinner on Saturday. The evening also celebrated the Parade of Lights boat parade winners and sponsors.
Commodore Rob Mora will be at the helm for the second consecutive year, continuing his dedicated service to the club. Also returning are Membership Chair Cathy Lekawa and Event Chair Cindy Silk-Gonzalez. They will be joined by two new board members: Vice Commodore Craig Brown and Yeoman Dona Ziegler. The position of purser remains vacant at this time.
The club has planned an exciting lineup, including exclusive member-only gatherings and several events open to the community.
The 2025 schedule is as follows:
- Saturday, January 25: Parade of Lights Awards & Board Installation Dinner
- Saturday, February 22: 1st Quarter Potluck Meeting at Holiday Harbor Park
- Wednesday, March 19: Club Trip (to other yacht clubs)
- Saturday, March 22: Clinic – How To Get Your Boat Ready For Boating Season and Learn To Drive
- Saturday, April 12: Spring Lake Cleanup Day
- Saturday, April 12: Full Moon Cruise
- Saturday, April 26: Opening Day of Boating Season/Blessing of the Boats
- Monday, May 12: Full Moon Cruise
- Saturday, May 17: Poker Run
- Saturday, May 26: Fiesta Day Parade
- Friday, May 30: Friday Evening Cruise
- Friday, June 13: Friday Evening Cruise
- Saturday, June 28: Pirates and Wenches Cruise
- Friday, July 11: Evening Cruise and Firepit at Skipper’s Island
- Saturday, July 26: Red Solo Cup Cruise
- Saturday, August 9: 13th Annual Paddle and Pedal Regatta
- Saturday, August 9: Full Moon Cruise
- Tuesday, August 26: Jimmy Buffet Evening Cruise
- Friday, September 12: Lanter Bags Event
- Saturday, September 20: Canyon Lake Guild Harbor Fest and Concert
- Monday, October 6: Full Moon Cruise
- Saturday, October 11: Scavenger Hunt
- Friday, October 24: Dock-or-Treat
- Sunday, November 2: Skipper’s Island Chili Cook-Off
- Friday, November 14: Commodore’s Ball
- Saturday, December 13: Annual Parade of Lights Boat Parade
Formed in 1990, the Yacht Club is comprised of residents of all ages and interests. Boat ownership is not required to be a member. Membership is $25 annually. For more information, visit www.canyonlakeyachtclub.org.
