The Waterfront
The Waterfront is one of the historical pillars of Chequessett. It has long offered us all a path to truly celebrate our location on the shores of Wellfleet Bay. The excitement of sailing and boating returns to the Chequessett waterfront in 2022.
Harry Munns (www.harrymunns.com) accepted the position of Director of Waterfront & Sailing in May 2022. Harry comes to us with a solid sailing and boating pedigree. He grew up on boats in central Massachusetts and Nantucket Sound. After moving to the west coast, he earned a USCG 100 Ton Masters license and helped found the American Sailing Association (ASA). He directed the education program at ASA where he trained hundreds of sailing instructors worldwide.
Harry worked with the Coast Guard and the National Association of State Boating Law Administrators to create national standards for boating safety. He is an award-winning author, speaker and internationally recognized expert in boating, sailing, boating safety, education and much more. Contact Harry at dwscycc@gmail.com.
Waterfront Calendar
Everyone who has used the shoreline on our side of the Cape knows the tide comes way in and goes way out. To help CYCC members and others, we have created a calendar for every day until Labor Day. The Calendar provides some valuable information such as:
Sailing, most days have hours that provide enough water for our sailboats to operate. The blocks of time labeled sailing indicate hours during which we can sail. Please note: a time period during the day with a sailing label does not necessarily indicate sailing or sailing activities are scheduled during that time.
Beach Club, CYCC has brought back the popular beach club. Spend an afternoon in secluded comfort and enjoy a little bit of pampering. Members can reserve a spot on our private beach. Say goodbye to Cape crowds and the endless lines for everything at the beach.
We will set you up with our high-quality beach chairs, umbrellas and a small table. Our staff will take your lunch or bar order and deliver it to you as you soak up the sun. If you forget sunscreen, water, a hat or snacks, we have you covered. At the end of the day, gather your things and walk to your car or the cafe deck for a drink or snack with a view of our nine-hole golf course. We’ll take care of the rest.
Beach club hours of operation are listed on the calendar.
Camp, the club operates a day camp for kids 9-14 years old for 8 summer weeks beginning June, 27th. We don’t schedule other activities during camp hours.
Sailing Instruction, most days on the calendar have a block of time labeled Sailing Instruction. These are times when CYCC staff can provide group or private instruction for sailors of any experience level. We will tailor the instruction to the sailor or sailors. Contact Harry Munns (dwscycc@gmail.com) with any questions or to reserve instruction time.
Events, The Chequessett Club has become a very popular destination for weddings and other special events. We have a full schedule of events during the 2022 season, many of which use the boathouse and adjacent tent area. We close the waterfront an hour before a scheduled event. Events that would effect waterfront usage are all listed on the calendar.
Policies
Members with their own equipment may continue to use the waterfront but assume the risk of all land and water activities on Chequessett property. Club members check the calendar and advise staff members when heading onto the bay.
Please note, that Chequessett will have a chase boat in the water during hours on the calendar with the heading “sailing”. Be prepared to call the Harbormaster if a problem arises outside our scheduled operating hours.
Guidelines for each area of the Waterfront
Member Boat/Kayak Storage
Full or Associate members may store their actively used small boats or kayaks at the waterfront until Columbus Day. Boats must be intended for personal use throughout the Summer. SPACE IS VERY LIMITED. Before leaving any vessels in the boatyard, please contact Harry Munns at dwscycc@gmail.com to register for a space on a first come first served basis.
Similarly, Full or Associate Members may moor a boat up to 20′ in the bay directly in front of the Clubhouse. Please see the Harbor Master for a mooring Permit and any applicable fees. All boats on moorings must have their location approved before putting in a mooring. Please contact Harry Munns at dwscycc@gmail.com to have the boat positioned in the bay.
Beach Use
Beach use and access to the Chequessett Beach Club is restricted to members only. Please remember to stay off the revetment area.
Rentals
Chequessett Club will offer rentals of kayaks and SUPs. Contact Harry for availability. Experienced sailors can also rent Optis, Lasers, and Hunter 140s. A check-out is required for every club-owned vessel. A waiver must be signed, and everyone must wear a life jacket.
Lessons
Instruction for club vessels can be arranged on an as-needed basis. Refresher or quick, basic instruction may be possible on short notice and without a specific charge. Other, more formal instruction will require scheduling and payment.
Weekday, Youth Sailing
A program geared toward a deeper knowledge of sailing, seamanship and boat operation will be offered to members and non-members. If time, tide and weather permit, the class will also include beginning sailboat racing (see Waterfront Calendar/Instruction section above).
Sailing Shed
The Sailing Shed is for Club operations and storage. Members should keep all personal and boating items with them when coming to the waterfront.
Parking
Parking or drop-off is NOT allowed in the boatyard area unless approved by the Director of the Waterfront and Sailing. All watercrafts should be carried down if possible and vehicles must be parked in the parking lot at the Clubhouse. As stewards of the beach limited vehicle intrusion helps keep our beach looking beautiful, while protecting the environment.