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A Mortgage Loan for Every Situation.

With more than 100 years of banking experience under our belts, we’ve learned that no two people have the same mortgage lending needs. Our lenders go beyond the traditional mortgage into FHA, VA, USDA, Construction, Home Equity, Land, and Manufactured Home loans to name a few.

Share your needs with Brent Nelms one of our mortgage lending experts and he will help you find the mortgage that’s right for you.

Applying is quick and simple.

At Texana, we’re taking the holdup out of home buying. Applications typically take only 20 minutes, and our loan officers are standing by to answer any questions you may have.

Once you’ve completed your application and submitted it, we’ll review your information. A Texana Bank loan officer will contact you with any follow-up questions.

If you have questions of your own, please contact Brent Nelms directly at 714-330-7659 and one of our loan officers will be glad to help you.

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Facts at a Glance

• Superintendent: Dr. Wesley Smith (Superintendent webpage), 714-424-5031, [email protected]
• Governing Board: 7 members (Board Member webpage), [email protected]
• Date of Unification: July 1, 1966
• Community:  The district covers 58.83 square miles. Includes Newport Beach, Costa Mesa and Corona del Mar.
• Enrollment: Approximately 18,000 students
• 32 Schools (pre-k through 12th grade)
• Employees: Approximately 1,700 certificated employees and 1,500 classified employees
• Harbor Council PTA (HCPTA) – President: Cynthia Strasmann
• Newport-Mesa Schools Foundation
• School Accountability Report Cards (SARC)
• Local Control and Accountability Plan (LCAP)

To achieve individual success, Newport-Mesa Unified School District will demonstrate continuous improvement in . . .

• Student Achievement
• Attendance Rates
• Graduation Rates
• Dropout Rates
• Family/Student/Staff/Community Satisfaction
• Responsiveness to those we serve.
• Involvement of Stakeholders
• Family Involvement
• Honoring Diversity
• Budget Alignment

The mission of Newport-Mesa Unified School District, in partnership with the Costa Mesa and Newport Beach communities, is to graduate students who have acquired the knowledge, skills and attitudes necessary to achieve significant career, educational, civic and personal goals, which will enrich our society.

Our first responsibility is to provide a quality educational program that meets the needs of all students in the district.

That we teach the whole child. We expect academic achievement, personal responsibility, honesty, cultural sensitivity, and respect for people, property and the environment.

That all children can learn best in a safe, clean, caring, and aesthetically pleasing environment.

That when we come together as one community, we are enriched by our cultural diversity.

That people are our most important resource and should be treated with respect and dignity.

That we need families as partners with the school and district in sharing ideas and giving input to major decisions

affecting their children’s education.

That when students’ families are engaged in their learning, their student will be engaged in learning.

That we have a responsibility to demonstrate the effective and wise use of money and resources.

That we serve our students and our community best when we work together as a team.

This belief statement was developed by families, community members, teachers, classified staff, administrators, businesspeople, students and board members reflecting the diverse cultures and values of the Newport-Mesa Unified School District.

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Let Us Be Your Guide to Effortless Glide

You should be catching waves earlier and catching them more often—so we build a wide array of surfboards to help you do just that.

Almond Surfboards is a family-owned surfboard building operation and surf shop, founded by Dave Allee.

We first opened the doors of our shop in March 2009, and have worked every day since to build the best products to help our customers make the most of every opportunity they get to be in the water.

If you want to hear more stories of how we got started, and why we love doing this, take a listen to one of these podcast episodes.

Our flagship store is in our hometown of Costa Mesa, CA

Brief History:

• July 2006: Eager college student, Dave Allee, starts shaping surfboards in his hometown of Costa Mesa, CA.
• October 2008: Griffin NK becomes head Almond shaper, after several years apprenticing for Bruce Jones.
• March 2009: We open our first shop, on Old Newport Blvd in Newport Beach
• March 2012: We move from our original shop to a larger location on Pacific Coast Highway
• October 2015: We move to an even bigger, free-standing location just up the hill in Costa Mesa. (Our current store on Santa Ana Ave.)
• May 2018: The first R-Series surfboard model is released, the 5’4″ Secret Menu.  This is the culmination of years of work behind the scenes to produce something unique in the marketplace.  The R-Series is the first recyclable, USA-made foamie version of an existing surfboard model.
• May 2019: The R-Series line grows, with the addition of the 8’0 R-Series Joy, a board designed for surfers of all ages and stages.
• May 2020: The highly versatile 6’4 Pleasant Pheasant is added to the R-Series range.
• January 2021: The first nose rider joins the R-Series range, in the form of the 9’2 Surf Thump model.

Want to learn more? Come visit us at 1720 Santa Ana Ave., Costa Mesa, CA

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In the summer of 1963, Robert Russell Brown got kicked out of his dad’s garage for making a mess. Resin, foam dust and wood shavings littered the floor of the garage that had become the post-surf hang out spot for Russell and his friend Don Anderson. They had already shaped several boards together and weren’t planning on stopping anytime soon. Russell moved his mess around a few times before setting up a shaping bay in an old naval shipyard on the Balboa Peninsula in Newport Beach. His skills progressed quickly, due in part to the fact that his shaping room was between surf legends Pat Curren and Joe Quigg. He’d work on boards after school and into the night and sell them out of a truck with “Surfboards by Russell” painted on the side.

By the time Russ graduated, business was really picking up. It made sense to him to make board building his career. In 1967, Russell Surfboards was formally opened on Balboa Blvd just a stone’s throw away from Blackies, the historic bar and surf spot. The shortboard revolution was creating a renewed spirit of experimentation, and Russ was Building a team of the best, most progressive board builders around. Guys like Mike O’day, Bruce Jones, Bobby (BASA) Allen, Randy Lidau and the infamous Paul and Vinny Sides all came to work for Russell Surfboards during this period. Even the great Dale Velzy shaped a few balsa wood guns for the shop. While those guys built some of the most progressive boards in California, a growing contingent of local surfers started riding the boards in whatever waves they could find.

Over the next several years, the Russell crew and their product became known as the brotherhood. With the cleanest boards around and plethora of surfing talent riding the boards, a Russell Surfboard was the board to have. The shop was stocked with Brewer style pocket rockets, designed for the tube. They were often dressed to the nines with perfect freehand cutlaps and double pin lines, multicolor nose and tail blocks and maybe a leash loop.

Whether right or wrong, anybody who paddled out to surf in Newport Beach in the 1970s learned who the Brotherhood was pretty quick. Surfers didn’t just paddle out and expect to take a set wave. Standout surfers like Junior Beck, Lenny Foster, Billy Pells, Paul Heussenstamm, and Jack Briggs took the biggest and best waves at Newport Point and the newly constructed 56th street jetty. They also spent a great deal of time traveling, most notably being the earliest crew to surf the treacherous beach break at Playa Zicatela in Puerto Escondido, Mexico. They’d camp on the beach for months with waves to themselves. Shapers Shawn Stussy and Jeff Timpone took over most of the shaping duties throughout the mid and late 70s. Russ glassed them strong, sleek and sexy resulting in board after board that exceeded customer expectations.

A lot changed in Newport Beach in the 1980’s but same could not be said for Russell Surfboards. Sure, the “Brotherhood” days were gone, but Russ and his crew of all-star craftsmen kept building quality progressive surfboards. Shaping at the time for Russ were Al Dove, Dane New, Jim Fuller, John Pribram, Jeff Widener and Greg Giddings. The shop was selling boards like hotcakes. Shop salesman Eric Roberts recalls arriving to work with a short line of surfers waiting outside to buy a board. While the “surf” industry was developing rapidly by selling overpriced beach clothing to the masses, Russell Surfboards continued to sell surfboards almost exclusively. The consistent, steep, fast waves around 54th street Newport became the Hot Spot for aspiring professional surfers and magazine photographers. The now crowded lineups did not deter the Russell Crew from getting waves. The tight knit group preferred to show up early, surf their brains out and leave all before the marine layer burned off and hordes of people showed up.

When there weren’t waves in town, they’d hit the road, seas and skies looking (and often finding) world class surf in far out destinations. It was during this time that Russ built a shack on his property on the north shore of Kauai in Wainiha near the Na Pali Coast. He also built a small glass shop and shaping bay on the property that is still used today.

Russ kept business going strong into the 90’s selling board after board to local and traveling surfers. Al Dove continued to shape hydro-dynamically innovative designs, while two hand shaper/ big wave chargers Roger Baltierra and Chuck Burns shaped boards of all types between their big wave exploits at Puerto Escondido and Killers at Isla de Todos Santos. Local pros Josh Hoyer held his daily airshow at 54th street and tube maestro Kirk Blackman inevitably found the best waves of almost every session much to the chagrin of whomever else was surfing.

Through the 2000s, Russell Surfboards was not only the “wise elder” surfboard builder in Newport Beach, but one of the oldest in the industry. Russ was still laminating, hot coating and gloss coating nearly every board himself. Tens of thousands of boards had left the shop to happy customers. He had a young employee working the sales shop eager to learn the business.  JP Roberts learned the business from the inside out. It appeared that Russ would be able to retire and move to his home in Kauai when he tragically passed away.

Today, the shop goes on strong. Shaper Jerry O’keefe continue to shape amazing, unique boards. Dane New is back sanding and polishing boards to a shine. Kirk Blackman still gets the best barrels in town. And JP Roberts is at the helm, running the show, making sure things run smoothly. The shop continues to build and sell boards of all different shapes and sizes. The blending of modern performance, individual creativity, historical tradition and superior craftsmanship continues to make a Russell Surfboard one of the best you can buy.

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PELICAN HILL® GOLF CLUB

Our 36 holes of world-class golf weave their way through stunning terrain and breathtaking vistas, with every lie, every shot and every hole designed to perfectly complement the natural landscape. When jaw-dropping scenery is par for the course, you’ll need to remind yourself to keep your eye on the ball.

OCEAN NORTH COURSE

EVERY HOLE IS A SIGNATURE

With panoramic ocean views beckoning from every hole, beauty can be a hazard in itself. But when you’re surrounded by this much majesty, the incredible views have a way of making up for even the most errant shot.

PAR 71 | 6,945 YARDS

OCEAN VIEWS FROM EVERY TEE

OPEN CANYONS & ELEVATED PLATEAUS

OCEAN SOUTH COURSE

HIT EVERY SHOT FROM A SWEET SPOT

Gaze across a landscape of sage and eucalyptus trees as they meet the deep blue sea under a cloudless sky. Next, you see the green and its bright yellow flagstick. Then, you see your playing partners, staring at you – yeah, it’s your shot.

PAR 70 | 6,580 YARDS

SEVERAL HOLES RIGHT BY OCEAN’S EDGE

ONE-OF-A-KIND 13TH HOLE FEATURES TWO GREENS

OUR STORY

Italian inspiration, California splendor.

The relaxed comfort of Pelican Hill® takes inspiration from the grand villas across the Venetian countryside. Like the Mediterranean, the sun-drenched climate of Southern California allows for indoor spaces to open up to the outdoors with quintessential coastal breezes and panoramic Pacific Ocean views.

Each one-story Bungalow Guest Room or Bungalow Suite features a limestone fireplace, private terrace, most with ocean views, hand-hewn wood beam ceiling, marble bath and adjacent parking. They are a spacious 847 to 1,634 square feet.

Our Villas are set in an exclusive, gated enclave and are a more intimate way to enjoy The Resort with a private clubhouse and pool. Ranging from 2,193 to 3,581 square feet, The Villas offer two, three or four bedrooms and expansive ocean-view terraces.

Pelican Hill^® continues to be a world-class and highly acclaimed Resort earning some of the highest honors and awards within the hospitality industry. To view these accolades, please click here.

Architecture

The architectural style of the Resort is inspired by the works of Andrea Palladio, an Italian architect from the 16th century. The beauty and harmony you feel is the result of thousands of small details – from the Italian plaster finish that enhances with age to the hand-made terra cotta finials sculpted by a master ceramicist.

Landscape

The overall vision was to create a Northern Italian environment. Groves of olive trees, rows of lavender, cypress, fig and pine trees plus 45-foot Canary palms grace the Resort, evoking a timeless, authentic landscape. A natural setting that relaxes and invites strolling throughout the grounds.

Details

Each detail of the Resort’s timeless, classic appearance has been created with the utmost care and attention to detail. From placing 1.1 million hand-cut glass mosaic tiles that line the bottom of Coliseum Pool to planting 100-year-old olive trees to add authenticity to the Mediterranean landscape, each piece of the Resort is thoughtfully crafted to create a timeless, classic look inspired by the Italian Renaissance.

Sustainability

Sustainability is about ensuring a positive future. These changes will not help you make a putt or give you extra yards off the tee, but you’ll rest easy knowing that sustainable decisions have been made so that Pelican Hill^® will be available, and in great shape for future generations.

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ABOUT US

The One and Only American Legion Post with a Yacht Club

New members and visitors are often intrigued with the combination of a yacht club with Post 291.  The interesting history of this association dates back to the late 60’s before any of us were members.  The leadership at that time thought it a good idea to form a Yacht Club at the Post in order to offer members an affordable way to get involved in boating and sailing. The club steadily grew over the years and became widely known as not only one of the most active yacht clubs in Southern California, but also one of the most involved with civic events and veteran causes.  The ALYC membership mirrors that of the Post, with active members from the Legion, Auxiliary, and SAL’s.  Nearly 15% of the total Post membership is also a member of the ALYC.

Post 291’s on-water location in a premier harbor on the west coast makes this the perfect place to host a yacht club.  What ALYC offers for members is a compelling part of the mix of opportunities available to members at Post 291, and certainly distinct from any other Post in the country.  ALYC prides itself on offering multiple activities for veterans and their families who all share a love of the sea.  Core to its overall mission is to provide relaxation and connection opportunities for veterans and their families.  With dozens of planned events, cruises, and races each year, there are multiple opportunities for members to interact and enjoy new friendships and also some friendly competition.

These connection and fellowship opportunities are vital to many veterans, who are often most comfortable around other veterans.  Sharing stories on a boat or around a campfire achieves one of the goals for ALYC.  When combined with Veteran Outreach initiatives, such as Wounded Warrior Boating events or Sail for the Visually Impaired, members are able to extend these connection opportunities and experiences into our community and directly to our veterans that yearn to feel the comradery and esprit de corps they once felt in the service.

ALYC offers programs that appeal to every interest on, in, or under the water. Activities range from social and relaxing to physically and mentally challenging, so there is something for everybody.  One membership fee to ALYC opens a member to traditional activities such as boating, sailing, and racing, and now even diving and snorkeling and model boat racing.  The club owns several vessels, including sailboats available for member use.  Details on all activities are on the club website at alyc.com.

The proud heritage of ALYC and Post 291 is connected over the last 54 years, and part of the fabric of Newport Beach.  There’s always more to tell with this colorful history, so next time you’re at the Post, look for a member with an ALYC logo and ask to hear a favorite memory.  Even better, join ALYC and begin making your own memories with your friends of the sea.

THE HISTORYOF ALYC

Since its humble beginnings in 1966, the ALYC has indeed grown and flourished to become an outstanding and recognized member of the Southern California yachting community.

On the evening of April 23, 1966, certain members of The American Legion Newport Harbor Post 291 held an organizational meeting. The purpose to the meeting was to establish a Corinthian Yacht Club.

During this meeting the following officers were elected: Commodore-Ken Cohn, Vice Commodore-Wally Stephens, Fleet Captain-Charles Trapp, and Port Captain-John McHugh. The name of the new yacht club was The American Legion Yacht Club (ALYC). Bylaws and standing rules were written and established, using the Bylaws of The New York Yacht Club as a guide. The ALYC burgee, a red, white, and blue tri-cornered pennant with “sniper scope” crosshairs at the center, was designed by Mel Noack and fabricated by Nikki’s Flag Shop of Newport Beach.

The American Legion Yacht Club was incorporated in the state of California on January 23, 1967.

In 1987 the American Legion Newport Harbor Post 291 granted the ALYC the use of a heritage building (known as the “Hut”) located on their property. That same year a full restoration of the “Hut” was completed by the ALYC. All materials and fixtures were donated by a combination of sponsors from Post 291, ALYC members, and various community businesses.

Also in 1987, the American Legion Yacht Club (with a membership of 140) applied for, and became, a Regular Member of the Southern California Yachting Association (SCYA).

Today the ALYC has grown to more than a 1000 members. The current membership includes, in addition to its local membership, members from all over the United States and many foreign countries. In addition to reciprocity with yacht clubs throughout the U.S., the ALYC enjoys reciprocal privileges with over 50 other Southern California yacht clubs.

Each year the American Legion Yacht Club sponsors many community-oriented programs including the WSA-OC’s “Sail for the Visually Impaired.” Perhaps the best known ALYC-sponsored activity is the annual “Old Glory Boat Parade” on the Fourth of July. This has become one of the premier and largest spectator events of the summer in Newport Harbor.

In 1994 the Southern California Yachting Association inaugurated its “Club of the Year” awards program. The purpose of this award program is to promote Corinthian Spirit in yachting, foster the exchange of information among yacht clubs, encourage civic involvement and reward participation in SCYA activities. In 1994 the American Legion Yacht Club was named “SCYA Club of the Year”. The ALYC won this award a total of nine times; again in 1995, 1996, 1998, 1999, 2003, 2008, 2010 and 2014.

There are two classes of memberships available in the ALYC, Flag and Regular memberships. Voting and office-holding privileges are restricted to Flag members. To qualify for a Flag membership the candidate must be a member in good standing of The American Legion, Newport Harbor Post 291. To qualify for Regular membership candidates must be affiliated with Post 291, or any other American Legion Post, either by Legion membership or by membership in the American Legion Auxiliary or Sons of the American Legion.

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The Balboa Bay Club embodies timeless coastal elegance, nestled along the picturesque shores of Newport Beach. With its stunning waterfront location, luxurious amenities, and impeccable service, the club offers a social haven where members and guests have exclusive access to amenities as well as members-only events, promotions, and preferred pricing for food, drinks, shopping, and spa treatments. Indulge in refined leisure and create lasting memories in an atmosphere of unparalleled sophistication.

Paradise found at Balboa Bay Club Residences! Waking up to this breathtaking harbor view is an everyday luxury. The gentle waves dance in the sunlight, while sailboats and yachts create a picturesque scene. Living the coastal dream right from your own window. Who wouldn’t want to call this home?

Soaking up the serene vibes of our little piece of paradise.

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FIND YOUR HOME AND RELAX YOUR OWN WAY

Since 1948, Balboa Bay Club has been known as the quintessential place for families and friends to experience Newport Beach living at its best. The Club boasts a long tradition of being known as members’ home away from home – providing a unique and undeniable sense of community and kinship.

MEMBER PRIVILEGES INCLUDE:

• Complimentary valet
• Private beach, pool, and pool bar
• Fitness center, movement studio, and fitness classes
• Full sized basketball and racquetball courts
• Members-only restaurant
• Member guest dock access
• Special member events throughout the year
• Kid’s Club
• Access to recreation equipment such as electric bikes, paddleboards, and Duffy boats
• Member only rates on luxurious overnight accommodations, events, and conference space at Balboa Bay Resort
• Exclusive Member only dining discounts at Balboa Bay Resort • Wellness benefits including Member discounts at The Spa at Balboa Bay and Drybar
• Concerts and events on a bayside lawn
• Access to a vast variety of reciprocal club

To learn more, please contact Membership Director, Selby Gillett directly at 949.630.4113 or [email protected].

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Nestled along the iconic shores of Newport Beach’s Balboa Peninsula, the Balboa Yacht Club stands as a distinguished and cherished institution within Southern California’s yachting community. With a legacy steeped in maritime tradition and a backdrop of serene waters and stunning coastline, the club radiates a sense of history, camaraderie, and maritime excellence.

The Balboa Yacht Club’s architectural charm effortlessly blends the elegance of a bygone era with modern design elements, creating an inviting and captivating atmosphere. The clubhouse, adorned with maritime artifacts and memorabilia, pays homage to the club’s rich heritage, while its large windows offer panoramic views of the vibrant harbor, where sailboats and yachts sway in harmony with the tides.

Renowned as a hub for sailors, boating aficionados, and those who appreciate the maritime lifestyle, the Balboa Yacht Club fosters a tight-knit sense of community. Membership grants access to an array of sailing resources, social gatherings, educational workshops, and competitive events. From spirited regattas that challenge sailors’ expertise to laid-back gatherings that celebrate the joy of being on the water, the club’s diverse calendar caters to a spectrum of passions.

The club’s marina facilities are tailored to accommodate an array of vessels, from sleek racing sailboats to luxurious cruisers. State-of-the-art docking facilities, maintenance services, and knowledgeable staff contribute to creating a seamless yachting experience for members.

As a beacon of maritime heritage and coastal culture, the Balboa Yacht Club holds a special place in the hearts of Newport Beach’s residents and visitors alike. Embracing seasoned mariners and newcomers to the sea, the club embodies a sense of unity, respect for the ocean, and an unwavering appreciation for the beauty of Balboa Peninsula’s coastal environment. It stands as a testament to the enduring allure of the maritime world and the enduring bonds formed through a shared passion for sailing and the sea.

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Welcome to Lido Isle Yacht Club

Established in 1928, the Lido Isle Yacht Club is located in Newport Beach, California. LIYC activities include adult racing and sailing, a strong Jr. Sailing Program, and many fun social events

Benefits of Membership

Enhance your Newport Beach lifestyle by joining the Lido Isle Yacht Club. Membership is open to residents of Lido Isle in Newport Beach, CA, who own or actively lease property (6+ months) on Lido Isle. This is a great place to make new friends and enjoy the club’s many social and nautical activities. You do not need to own a boat, but if you have one, you will be able to display your LIYC Burgee with Pride

WE HAVE AN EXCELLENT SAILING AND BOATING PROGRAM FOR THE ENTIRE FAMILY:

Outstanding Junior Sailing Program

Regattas for Lasers, Sabots, Lido 14’s and Harbor 20’s

Adult Summer Sailing Series (Friday Night Racing)

Electric Boat Rally Cruises

Privileges at other Yacht Clubs around the World

Nautical Lecture Series, Sailing & Rules Clinics

Adult Sailing Lessons (no boat required)

Fishing Trips and Contests

Power Boat Cruises to Distant Ports – Catalina, Dana Point, San Diego . . .

OTHER MEMBERSHIP BENEFITS INCLUDE:

Extensive Social Calendar throughout the Year

Commodore’s Summer Beach Concert

Summer Friday Night BBQ’s

Commodore’s Annual “Cruise”

Listing in the LIYC Membership Yearbook and Directory

Great Opportunities to Meet your Neighbors on Lido Isle

2023 NEW MEMBERSHIP APPLICATION PROCESS

Submit your membership application and make sure you check out the extensive activities listed on the application.  Don’t miss out on all the fun.

Please complete the information in the apply for membership section or ask our our member ship chairs for an application form. Your application will be reviewed at the next LIYC Board meeting for approval pending payment of the applicable membership fees. You will be notified by our Membership Committee after the meeting along and if approved, you will receive an invoice to pay your applicable membership fees. Upon payment, you will receive your new member welcome kit. Membership is open to all Lido Isle Residents per the LIYC Bylaws (Rules for Membership).

Family Memberships include children under 18 years only and are required if you have Juniors sailing in 2023.

Adult children (18-29) of Regular or Associate Members may join as Young Members and should fill out a separate Membership application.

If you have any questions, please feel free to contact our membership committee

John Schlegel / [email protected]

                               Or   Mike O’Shea, / [email protected]

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The Newport Harbor Yacht Club, situated in the heart of the renowned Newport Harbor in Southern California, exudes a timeless charm and maritime prestige that define its reputation as a premier yachting destination. With a backdrop of azure waters, towering palms, and the iconic Newport coastline, the club stands as a symbol of nautical elegance and camaraderie.

Perched on the harbor’s edge, the Newport Harbor Yacht Club’s architecture seamlessly blends classic maritime aesthetics with contemporary design, resulting in a welcoming and sophisticated ambiance. The clubhouse’s tasteful decor pays homage to the club’s rich history, while its expansive windows frame breathtaking panoramic views of sailboats dotting the harbor, creating an inspiring and captivating environment.

As a beacon for sailors and boating enthusiasts, the Newport Harbor Yacht Club is renowned for fostering a strong sense of community. Its membership benefits encompass not only access to world-class sailing resources but also a diverse array of social events, educational seminars, and networking opportunities. From high-stakes regattas that test sailors’ skills to casual gatherings that celebrate the maritime lifestyle, the club’s dynamic calendar caters to an array of passions.

The club’s marina facilities stand as a testament to its commitment to excellence in yachting. From sleek racing sailboats to luxurious motor yachts, the Club accommodates a wide range of vessels. Offering top tier docking, maintenance facilities, and expert staff, the club ensures that members’ maritime experiences are seamless and fulfilling.

With its storied legacy and dedication to maritime heritage, the Newport Harbor Yacht Club holds a prominent place within the fabric of Newport Beach’s coastal culture. Welcoming seasoned sailors and those embarking on new maritime journeys alike, the club embodies unity, respect for the sea, and a deep appreciation for the beauty of Newport Harbor’s coastal environment. It stands as a testament to the enduring allure of the ocean and the lifelong bonds forged through a shared love of the sea.

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ABOUT THE NEWPORT SEA BASE

The Newport Sea Base is a place where sunlight, sailboats and sea lions are part of the day!  Our desire is to inspire a love for the marine environment in the hearts of young people.

Since 1937, the Sea Base has provided fun and valuable educational maritime-based programs to all youth.

Year-round, girls and boys learn oceanography, marine biology, environmental science, boating safety, dinghy and keelboat sailing, rowing, canoeing, kayaking, motor boating, and other aquatic-related subjects.

MISSION

The mission is to provide a marine-oriented public education and recreation facility for youth and young adults for substantial public benefit in the form of enhanced knowledge, awareness, and understanding of the marine environment and aquatic recreation.  
The Newport Sea Base is open all youth, including Scouting members, and other youth and young-adult organizations.
 The site is provided courtesy of the Orange County Board of Supervisors, and operated by the Orange County Council, Boy Scouts of America.

HISTORY

​In 1937, when “Sea Base” was little more than a strip of sand just east of “The Arches,” a groundswell of public support created the first 25-year lease of the Newport Sea Base property to the Orange County Council, Boy Scouts of America. Since that time, the Sea Base has been providing quality maritime programs for youth with a commitment to developing character and inspiring a love for the marine environment in the hearts of youth.

William H. Spurgeon, III spearheaded a drive to develop the facility that included a bulkhead, storage facility, a clubhouse, restrooms and shower building in 1947. By 1961, 2,100 Scouts used the Base, and by 1969 the overall day use attendance was 12,000 a year. During that period, new buildings and programs, like the summer Aquatics Camp, were added. Many of the programs continue today.

The original Newport Sea Base was beginning to show its age by the 1970s and demolition began in 1979. The Newport Sea Base (in its previous configuration) was dedicated on December 7, 1980.

In 2002, the Sea Base began a $7.2 million project to transform the facility into a modern teaching and aquatics center. The expanded Sea Base now features additional classrooms, a library, conference room, crew center, picnic area and new boating equipment. Fleets of boats include kayaks, canoes, rowboats and over three dozen sailboats. It is also home to the two Sea Scout Ships: Del Mar and Renegades, as well as the Chapman University Crew Team, Chapman University Sailing Team and Corona del Mar High School Sailing Team.

The site is provided courtesy of the Orange County Board of Supervisors and operated by the Orange County Council, Boy Scouts of America. A shining example of what a privately funded and publicly accessible facility can do, the Sea Base counts an overall attendance of more than 15,000 per year. The success of the Newport Sea Base has been made possible through the generous contributions of many dedicated donors.

The Newport Sea Base is a place where sunlight, sailboats and sea lions are part of the day!  Our desire is to inspire a love for the marine environment in the hearts of young people.

Since 1937, the Newport Sea Base has provided fun and valuable educational maritime-based programs to all youth.

Year-round, girls and boys learn oceanography, marine biology, environmental science, boating safety, dinghy and keelboat sailing, rowing, canoeing, kayaking, motor boating, and other aquatic-related subjects.

The Newport Sea Base is a place where sunlight, sailboats and sea lions are part of the day!  Our desire is to inspire a love for the marine environment in the hearts of young people.

Since 1937, the Newport Sea Base has provided fun and valuable educational maritime-based programs to all youth.

Year-round, girls and boys learn oceanography, marine biology, environmental science, boating safety, dinghy and keelboat sailing, rowing, canoeing, kayaking, motor boating, and other aquatic-related subjects.

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About South Shore Yacht Club

We are known to be the “friendliest” Yacht Club in town! SSYC is one of the oldest yacht clubs in Newport Harbor, founded in 1957 and is a full accredited organization with membership in US Sailing, Association of the Orange Coast Yacht Clubs and Southern California Yachting Association, where it is a senior member with special voting rights. With thousands of former members, SSYC members have held and currently hold, key position in Southern California yachting organizations.

Historically and today, yacht clubs oversee sailboat races, cruises and boating related education programs. Any organization whose members are associate members of SSYC enjoy the benefits of being a part of a great historical yacht club, a yacht club which maintains senior status among yacht clubs, and a club that enjoys a stellar reputation as one of the State’s premier yacht clubs.

SSYC offers a fantastic children’s Sailing and Boating program through the Newport Sea Base which is located at 1931 West Coast Hwy, just down the street from the club. Since 1937 this non-profit organization relies on the generosity of charitable donations to its ongoing operations. Newport Sea Base has provided fun and valuable education maritime-based programs to all youth. Year-round, girls and boys learn oceanography, marine biology, environmental science, boating safety, dinghy and keelboat sailing, canoeing, kayaking, motor boating and other aquatic-related subjects.

How to Join

Why Join South Shore Yacht Club and How do I Join?

SSYC will keep you busy as you want to be with our full calendar of events for the year.

• Commodore’s Ball
• Monthly Dinner / Theme Parties
• Beach Luau
• Ensenada Tune Up Race
• Catalina Cruises
• Harbor Cruises
• Duffy Days (Dock N Dine, Scavenger Hunts)
• Annual Holiday Boat Parade
• Join a Cruise – Learn to boat.
• Join a Race – Learn or Sharpen your Racing Skills
• Weekly Hibachi Races (June – August)
• Dine on the Race Committee Boat
• Reciprocal Privileges with other Yacht Clubs
• Full-service clubhouse affiliation – NBYC

South Shore Yacht Club has a simple application process and a 30-day posting period/trial period. Below is a Membership Application. After filling it out, submit via email to [email protected]