We invite you to come aboard!

In August 1996, the doors to the two-story building at the west end of Whitecap were opened to all the dedicated and hard-working members of the Padre Island Yacht club. It was ten years in coming. When the first enthusiastic yachtsmen met in 1986 at Anchor Resort, the goal was to share their common interest in sailing, boating, racing, and to form new friendships in the process. That happened–-and more!

As the membership grew, they needed a place large enough to hold their increasing numbers.  Minds went to work, money was saved, negotiations were finalized, and through the combined efforts of an accomplished construction crew and the capable and willing hands of volunteer members, the “clubhouse with a view” was built--and the rest is history.

It is a house built with pride--a house of friendship and the center of activity for over 150 families who enjoy a variety of events planned for the water and fun loving young-at-heart.

Every Friday night we meet to socialize and watch the sunset--an evening for camaraderie and an opportunity for relaxing after a long week. It’s a well-attended event, and even larger numbers bring their appetites to the monthly Blue Plate supper prepared by various and talented member-chefs. Home cookin’ at it best!

Also once a month, it’s party time! Whether a Valentine’s Day celebration, a summer family picnic, a progressive dinner party by land and sea, or the Annual Anniversary Fish Fry--one thing for certain--it’ll be fun!

Monthly cruises dot the calendar. Members needn’t fly to some distant port to board the ship. They’ll be on their own “Cruise Ship” or that of a fellow club member.  The cruisers may drop anchor in a protected cove with a beach suitable for swimming, or tie-up in a marina and enjoy cocktails and appetizers dockside before supper.  Many of the cruises are accessible by land for those who prefer to drive to the point of rendezvous.

Come be part of our family.
Come watch the sunsets.
Come join the fun.