Governance and Management

To encourage and support yachting and yacht racing on the Hudson River and surrounding waters, good seamanship and navigation, and to provide for the recreation and enjoyment of its members.

The Nyack Boat Club was formed in 1909 by a group of boating enthusiasts to support recreational boating on the majestic Hudson. Set on a beautiful 2 1/2 acre site, the club is equidistant between the Tappan Zee Bridge and lovely Hook Mountain, on the west shore of the river.

In order to steady boating costs at reasonable levels, the club's philosophy has always been that of a Do-It-Together, Do-It-Ourselves organization.  The club has no permanent staff and hires seasonal employees (sailing instructors, launch drivers), with members responsible for club management, and facility maintenance and improvements. Every member has a Work Serice Obligation and contributes to the sound operation of the club each year.   This becomes an easy, ongoing endeavor through the abundance of talent found within the membership and allows our members to get to know each other through the various committees on which they serve.

Club Management is elected from the general membership. Officers are elected one-year term. Governors are elected to two-year terms. A budget is prepared each year by the Board andis approved by the membership in at the annual meeting in November.

Twenty three committees manage the operation, maintenance and repair of the club property and facilities year round. A caretaker resides in upper level of clubhouse.

Regular membership meetings are held on the first Thursday of each month.

The NBC Constintution and By-Laws and the NBC House & Ground Rules can be found at the bottom of the Info for Members page. 

Elective Offices

Last updated 4:51pm on 11 January 2025