Knysna Yacht Club Explained

Knysna Yacht Club, or simply the KYC, is a sailing club located in town of Knysna, on the Indian Ocean coast of South Africa.

History

The Club was founded on 31 August 1910 by a handful of sailing enthusiasts.

Some of the founder members

The first clubhouse was completed in December 1911 and at a cost of £176.10.0d . The clubhouse was built from yellowwood.

General

Sailors passing through the Heads have a safe navigable lagoon in which to moor their yachts while visiting Knysna and the surrounding region.

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