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The Coasters Harbor Navy Yacht Club (CHNYC) is an incorporated, nonprofit
(501c3) organization, which is recognized in an advisory and assistance
capacity by the Commanding Officer, Naval Station Newport; Director and the
Morale Welfare and Recreation Department, Naval Station Newport .

The CHNYC assists the Commander in promoting boating and sailing as an
integral part of the local recreational program. CHNYC is committed to
providing eligible patrons an opportunity for training and recreation in small
craft

CHNYC supports objectives of the Navy Recreation Sail Training Program by
providing volunteer instruction, evaluating and certifying patrons
qualifications, and conducting organized social programs, competitive
events, and cruises.

We have a shared interest in maintaining a recreational sailing fleet with high
usage figures which justifies command support of the program.

CHNYC recognizes and supports the Navy sailing standards and
qualification system through its affiliation with and commitment to the goals
of the United States Naval Sailing Association (USNSA) and US Sailing.

Coasters Harbor Navy Yacht Club

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Why CHNYC?

To promote fleet readiness and personal professionalism and to strengthen
naval ties to our national maritime heritage through small craft training
programs
To augment and reinforce the professional training of prospective naval
officers by sail training, thus providing hands-on. sea-and-wind experience
To encourage and assist the Commanding Officer and Director, Morale,
Welfare and Recreation Department. Naval Station Newport in promotion of
boating and sailing as a part of their training and recreational programs
To encourage and establish liaison between members of the CHNYC and
local yacht clubs and sailing associations.
To encourage local authorities to provide berthing, launching, storage, and
repair facilities in naval establishments for members' boats.

CHNYC Objectives