1:00 -  3:00  Old Farts Laser Regatta

11:45 -  2:00  Luncheon Seminar Series - Ann Carlos, Tortuga expert

Ann Carlos, Tortuga expert, will give a unique presentation on turtle habitat, protection and reproduction. 

Olive Ridley Sea Turtles nest all year on the Pacific Coast of Mexico. Their most prolific period begins in July and ends in December. Now, in March, hatchlings are still being protected and helped to the sea.

She will also address the recent return and nesting of the giant leatherback turtles which have not been seen in Banderas Bay for many years.

Ann is a turtle head and director of AMA Mexico's Education Programs http://amamexico.org/.  AMA Mexico is a Mexican non-profit organization to preserve and educate the public about the Olive Ridley turtles.  AMA would also like to have the help of boaters in identifying the numbers and locations that we see the turtles in our travels.

The VYC's weekly luncheon seminar series featuring fun and educational presentations.

Dine in the company of adventurers (famous & infamous) who regale us with their yarns as well as experts, who fortify us with their practical knowledge.

Topics include almost anything of interest to folks who live and play on the bay.

Lunch service (Regular Menu) starts at 1145.

The program begins at 1245 sharp

The program will close no later than 1400.

The Yachtsman Luncheon Seminar series is open to both members and guests.

VYC member Al Burrow is the series Chairman, so if you know of a good speaker who has a favorite subject they would like to share, email Al at aaburrow@aol.com or call him at (322) 297-1545.

3:30 -  6:30  Jr. Sailing Lessons

5:00  Monday Gaming Night!

Poker: 200 Peso buy in. All are welcome!
Baja Rummy
Mexican Train
Peso Mi!

9:00 - 11:00  Beading & Jewelry Classes with Mary

Beading classes are every Tuesday at 9:00!  Buy all the beads you need or bring your own...Mary has some beautiful beads she made for some unique designs to your jewelry.

3:30 -  6:30  Jr Sailing Lessons

6:00 -  8:00  Mexican Buffet and Gringo Bingo

3:30 -  6:30  Jr. Sailing Lessons

4:30 -  5:30  Thursday Beer Can Races

VYC hosts Thursday evening Beer can race series.

There is one series each month in December,  February, March and April.

The Racers and Cruisers/Racers are invited. They will compete on an around-the-buoy course.

First start is 4:30 p.m. at a starting line off Nuevo Vallarta entrance or the Marina Vallarta entrance.

Results will be announced at the VYC at about 6:30. Beer and burgers will be available.

Check the Morning Cruiser's net 8:30AM on channel 22 for race information on race day.

Registration Fee: Complete the downloadable registration form and drop  it off at the VYC with the 250 peso fee for each series of 2 to 4 races Event Chairperson Mike Danielson, Sponsors, J World & PV Sailing.

See  http://vallartayachtclub.org/index.php?option=com_rubberdoc&view=category&id=36&Itemid=137 for entry forms and notices 

5:00 -  7:00  New Member Event

8:00 -  4:00  Fishing Frenzy

The fisherman will go out in the morning and the bring their catches to the club for Israel's excellent preparation.   No matter, we have emergency fish!

Same basic Fishing Frenzy rules as in the past, great recognition at the club fish fry that night at the club.  So bring your catch in by 4:00 pm on Friday and then enjoy dinner at the club that evening.
 
The fishing for Dorado and Sailfish has been great lately so fire up your boat or hitch a ride and lets go fishing on Friday.  Just remember to release that Sailfish 'cause he will not count in the contest.
 
Fishermen will monitor channel 22 during the day.