History 1884 - 1940 Surf City Yacht Club

The History of
Surf City Yacht Club

History 1884 - 1940

1894
About 1894, a group of young men who vacationed regularly or lived in the Surf City area of Long Beach Island, formed an informal club for the promotion of aquatic sports. Over the years, these young men, joined by others from time to time, became known locally as the Surf City Yacht Club.

Each summer, a dock and necessary bay stakes were erected for the use of the club members and their friends with all costs divided equally by those participating in the club activities.

1936
In 1936, because the bayfront lots were being developed, it was decided it was time to "acquire something of a more permanent nature."

From old records and minutes, some highlights of the development.

1937
...Purchased lot 36,block 31(105), fronting on 9th Street for $200, each member assessed $25 to cover costs.

1938
...Assessment of $20 to cover cost of labor and material for bulkhead necessary to protect the lot and make it fit for use.

1939
...Lots 33 and 34, block 31(105) acquired for $200 each.
...Took tax lien on lot 31 fronting on the bay and acquired tax lien on lot 32.
...First By-Laws and Constitution adopted.

1940
...Surf City Yacht Club duly incorporated as a non-profit club under the laws of New Jersey.

1894 - 1940

1941 - 56

1957 - 69

1970 - 79

1980 - 89

1990 - 99

2000 -