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Nautical Traditions

Pleasure boating, frequently called yachting, is over 300 years old, and in that time sailors have developed many traditions, ceremonies and courtesies that add enjoyment in many ways. No one has to adhere to them to operate a boat competently, but they make the sport more meaningful and enjoyable.

The following information is a brief overview of some of the more important customs, traditions and courtesies, with emphasis on how things are done at HYC. This information will be most valuable to those who are new to boating and/or the club.

Note that HYC House Rules are found on a separate page.

Traditional Ceremonies

Boat Christening – Each year on the day prior to Opening Day, HYC conducts a boat christening to welcome new boats into the club’s fleet. Boats to be christened are usually lined up at the guest dock, and the christening party (chaplain and officers) visits the boats in turn. The chaplain blesses the boat and the officers welcome the new boat and its owner. Owners typically serve light snacks and beverages. An appropriate plaque is presented to the owner during Opening Day ceremonies. It is recommended that boats fly appropriate flags, especially “dress ship”

Opening Day – In parts of the country where the boating season is short and boats are hauled out for the winter, the beginning of the new season each spring is cause for celebration. Here in Texas, where we use our boats all year, it is simply a reason for a big party! This is a very big event in the club’s calendar. A band plays, officers, past commodores and dignitaries are introduced, awards are presented and other ceremonies are conducted. The ceremonies are followed by a champagne reception. All HYC members are invited to participate.

Change of Watch – Shortly after the HYC annual meeting, a Change of Watch ceremony is held to swear in newly elected officers and trustees are duly sworn in and relieve the previous year’s group of command.

Commodore’s Ball – Each year in January the Commodore’s Ball gala dinner-dance is held to honor the outgoing commodore and introduce the new commodore. The officers, trustees and past commodores are recognized at this formal occasion.

Memorial Service and Burial at Sea – Traditional ceremonies have developed over the years for these solemn events. The HYC chaplain is available to conduct these services.

Naming Your Boat

When naming a boat, three criteria should be followed:

- Pleasing to the owner and his/her family - In good taste - Appropriate to the type of boat - Easily and clearly communicated

The importance of clear communication of a boat’s name is especially important in an emergency. This tends to eliminate names that are odd, lengthy or difficult to spell or pronounce. Boat names are not copyrighted, so you are free to select whatever name pleases you and meets the above criteria.

Boating Etiquette

Boating etiquette afloat basically consists of respect for others and common courtesy. But sometimes doing the right thing is not always obvious; thus rules have been developed to define correct behavior.

Know the Rules of the Road – The Navigation Rules are internationally recognized requirements for the safe passage of vessels. They are of the utmost importance for the safety of people and boats and they are mandatory. But it is surprising how many boats are operated in violation of these rules, either because of ignorance or willfulness. Classes presented by the U.S. Coast Guard Auxiliary and the U.S. Power Squadron are available at little or no cost, making it easy to learn these rules.

Courtesies Afloat – In addition to the mandatory Navigation Rules, there are many simple courtesies that have developed to make boating more enjoyable for everyone. Some of the more important ones are:

Respect for privacy and quiet: Whether docked, moored or anchored, don’t infringe on your neighbors need for privacy and quiet. This is especially important if you are having a party, need to run your generator, have a smoky barbecue or anything else that may offend your neighbors.

Invitations to socialize: Be cautious when inviting a neighbor to socialize. A brief conversation will quickly determine whether they are open to this or prefer to be left alone.

Pass upwind of boats fishing: When your course takes your vessel close to boats that are fishing, be sure to pass upwind of them so as not to scare away the fish or become entangled in their lines.

Racing boats don’t have special privileges: There is no requirement that non-racing boats must keep clear of racing boats. However, it is courteous to do so provided that safety is not compromised. It is very discourteous for a racing boat to insist on the right of way just because they are racing.

Anchoring: Anchored boats have precedence. Don’t expect them to move or be pleased that you are anchoring too close or over their anchor rode. If possible, anchor downwind; but in any case anchor in such a way that if the wind shifts there will be no chance of collision.

Excessive speed: Remember that you are responsible for your wake. This means don’t exceed speed limits or go too close to other boats.

Mutual aid: It is a long-standing tradition of the sea that you must assist other boats in trouble, provided it doesn’t compromise the safety of your boat.

Float plan: A float plan tells someone about your boating plans. They may be filed with the HYC Harbor Manager or left with friends. If you are overdue, someone will know you are missing and can notify proper authorities. A float plan is especially important when you will be gone for an extended period or you plan to be in offshore waters. A float plan form is available:

Guests on Your Boat: The skipper has a special responsibility for guests, especially guests that are not knowledgeable about things nautical. Guests should be informed in advance about what clothing is advisable, including clothing needed ashore after being out on the water. They should also be informed about food they are to bring or informed not to bring any. Upon arriving at the boat, guests should be instructed on safety equipment, operation of the head, where and how to store their gear and recycling requirements.

Clothing and Uniforms

Casual Clothing – Houston Yacht Club is a very casual and relaxed club. One of the nice things about a yacht club is that it is expected that people will come into the club after having been out on their boat. This means you don’t have to get “dressed up” to come into the club. However, shirts and shoes are required inside the club. For most club events, “dressy casual” is appropriate unless otherwise specified.

Traditional Blazer – A single or double breasted blazer in navy blue is always appropriate for events such as Opening Day, boat christenings, etc. The club emblem is worn on the left breast pocket 1” below the top of the pocket. Devices of office are worn in a straight-line midway between the club emblem and the top of the pocket. Yachting affiliated lapel pins may also be worn.

Formal Coat – Officers, past commodores and trustees of the Houston Yacht Club wear a double-breasted naval service coat in black, with appropriate sleeve insignia. Yacht club emblems are not worn. The formal coat is generally worn only on special occasions such as Opening Day and the Commodore’s Ball.

Formal Dress – When wearing a tuxedo or white dinner jacket, it is appropriate to wear stars or other device of office on the top of the left breast pocket.

Shirts and Blouses – A white dress shirt is always worn with the formal coat. A white or light blue dress shirt may be worn with the traditional navy blue blazer. It is in poor taste to wear insignia of office on the collar of a shirt.

Ties – Only black ties are worn with the formal coat. Club ties are worn with the blazer. Women may elect to wear a scarf in lieu of a tie.

Pants & Skirts – Pants and skirts should be black with the formal coat, and grey with traditional blazer. However, in summer, white pants and skirts are worn.

Shoes – Black dress shoes are always appropriate. White shoes may be worn with white pants or skirts in the summer.

Caps –The traditional naval officer caps, with emblem of the club may be worn with the formal coat or blazer. HYC uses white caps. Gold embroidery or “scrambled eggs” is incorrect, improper and inappropriate. These caps are worn only on formal occasions and never while boating. Baseball type caps with nautical themes are frequently worn while boating.

Summer Wear – For special occasions during summer months, a white pilot shirt with white shorts may be worn. Officers may also wear blue shoulder boards signifying their office. Shoulder boards with black and gold or silver stripes are never worn.

Flag Etiquette

Please see this site’s Flag Etiquette page .

Other Traditions

Commodore - The commodore of a yacht club is addressed in formal and also most informal situations as “Commodore.” The title “Commodore” is also used for all past commodores. This form of address for both current and past commodores is in recognition of the time and effort it takes to become commodore of a yacht club: “Once a commodore, always a commodore.” The word “commodore” comes from the Dutch word komadeur. It was adopted by the British Navy to denote the officer temporarily in command of a squadron or fleet. At one time, the United States Navy used the term to denote a one-star officer above the rank of captain but below the rank of rear admiral. But the Navy abolished that rank. Today, the word is used to designate the chief officer of a yacht club. The commodore commands the fleet but does not necessarily lead it because leading the fleet is only one part of the operation of a yacht club.

Corinthian – This word simply means “amateur yachtsman.” For this reason it is often found in the title of some yacht clubs, e.g. Texas Corinthian Yacht Club. It also has a connotation of sportsmanship because yacht racing involves a high degree of integrity in following the yacht racing rules.

Some Interesting History

What is a yacht? The word “yacht” is derived from the 16th century Dutch word jagh that later become jacht. The word is short for jacht-schiff, which a 1559 dictionary defined as a swift vessel of war, commerce or pleasure. It is commonly accepted that a yacht is any boat, other than one propelled by oars or paddles that is used for pleasure. For many people, the word has a connotation of luxury or large size but in fact it is the purpose of the boat that determines it is a yacht. For sailboats, Yacht Racing Rules (Now called the Racing Rules of Sailing) apply equally to an eight-foot Optimist and the largest ocean racer.

How did yachting begin? Although there is no clear historical record, we know that in 1660 the Dutch presented a yacht to Charles II when he was crowned King of England. The king and his brother, the Duke of York, had other yachts built that were raced. The sport caught on quickly and spread to Ireland and mainland Europe.

Origin of yacht clubs. In 1720 the Water Club of Cork (Ireland) was formed. It was actually a coast guard and cruising association. The club developed a formal protocol, including a dress code. In 1828 it become the Royal Cork Yacht Club. It is the oldest continually organized boating club. In 1815, “The Yacht Club” was formed in England; it later became the Royal Yacht Squadron. There is controversy about the first yacht club to be formed in the United States. The Detroit Boat Club was formed in 1839 but was actually a rowing club. The New York Yacht Club was formed in 1844 and is generally regarded as the oldest. The second oldest club is the Southern Yacht Club in New Orleans, founded in 1849. HYC was founded in 1897.

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Former yacht club commodore died after falling into water at Poolbeg marina, inquest hears

Seán McCárthaigh

A former commodore of a yacht club in Dublin drowned after falling into the water at a marina on the River Liffey while trying to get onto a boat after a social event last year.

An inquest at Dublin District Coroner’s Court heard the body of John Wedick (78) – a well-known figure in sailing circles and a senior member of the Poolbeg Yacht & Boat Club – was found floating in the water at the club’s marina on Pigeon House Road, Ringsend on the morning of November 19, 2023.

The widower and father of five from Camolin, Co Wexford, who had been commodore of the club on several occasions, had attended a social function to mark its 50th anniversary on the previous evening.

The deceased’s son, John Wedick Junior, who gave evidence of formally identifying his father’s body to gardaí, told the coroner, Clare Keane, that his father was in good health and spirits when he last saw him, which was the day before his death.

He described how his father was looking forward to attending the event at the yacht club as the anniversary celebrations had been delayed for a number of years due to the Covid-19 pandemic.

Mr Wedick said the deceased would have known the area around the marina and the yacht club well, and he had also grown up in the area.

In reply to a question from the coroner, he said the area around the marina was “relatively well lit.”

The inquest heard that Mr Wedick was due to stay the night on board his son’s boat which was moored at the club’s marina.

The deceased’s son said he understood that his father slipped while getting into the boat and fell in the water.

He confirmed to Dr Keane that his father was able to swim.

In a written statement, a bar manager at the yacht club said Mr Wedick had attended a private members’ function in the clubhouse and was “in great form” and did not appear in any way upset or distressed when leaving the event sometime after 1am.

Garda Paul Fay of Donnybrook Garda station, gave evidence of being alerted to the discovery of a body in the River Liffey at the Poolbeg Yacht & Boat Club’s marina at around 9am on November 19th, 2023.

Garda Fay said he saw a body laying face down in the water between a pontoon and rocks when he arrived at the scene.

He also recalled noticing a large cut on the victim’s forehead.

The inquest heard the victim’s body was recovered from the water by Dublin Fire Brigade personnel and brought ashore at the Jeanie Johnston marina where Mr Wedick was formally pronounced dead at 9:27am.

Garda Fay said CCTV footage from the yacht club had caught the deceased’s last moments and showed him going through a gate that led to a pontoon in the marina before going to his son’s boat.

He described how the footage did not show Mr Wedick falling into the river but that his body was visible in the water afterwards.

Garda Fay said the victim looked fine as he was walking to the boat and did not look unsteady on his feet.

He also confirmed that the weather was dry at the time.

The deceased’s son pointed out that his father would generally wear sailing shoes when he was in the marina but was wearing dress shoes on the night because he was attending a black tie event.

“I’m not sure what grip they had,” he observed.

Although two other people had gone into the marina around the same time, Garda Fay said they had gone in a different direction on the pontoon and he was satisfied there was no third party involvement in Mr Wedick’s death.

“It just looks like a tragic accident,” the garda remarked.

Dr Keane said postmortem results showed he had sustained some abrasions on his scalp but it had not been possible to determine how they had been caused.

The coroner said there was some evidence of chronic heart disease but she did not regard it as a contributory factor in his death.

Dr Keane said Mr Wedick had mild alcohol intoxication, but the levels were “certainly not at the high end.”

Returning a verdict of accidental death, she said the deceased had died as a result of drowning.

She offered her condolences to members of Mr Wedick’s family who attended the inquest and acknowledged how traumatising such an “out of the blue and unexpected death” was for them.

Mr Wedick, who was known as “Johnny”, was also a founding member of the Dublin Bay Old Gaffers Club and was involved in the restoration of a 50-foot fishing vessel, The Bracan Lass, which had been docked in a dilapidated state in Grand Canal Dock for many years.

His love affair with sailing was formed in his youth where he grew up in his grandmother’s house in Ringsend and he joined the local sea scouts at the age of 10.

A former chef who set up his own wholesale meat distribution business, Mr Wedick moved from his home in Artane to Wexford in his retirement but remained actively involved in the Ringsend club until his death.

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What Do All those Flags Mean?

Commodore Steve Harris – October, 2014

This month’s “history” article isn’t so much historical as it is perhaps educational.  Recently, several people have asked me about the flags that we fly on the yardarm in front of the Clubhouse.  While flying such flags at a yacht club is a tradition, how is one to learn what they mean and why they’re flown?

At the top of the yardarm on the “mast” flies our BLYC burgee.  This identifies our “ship,” our club.  Burgees are also flown on boats to identify the owner as a member of the club as well.

On sailing ships, officer flags are flown to indicate who the ranking officers are that are on board at the current time or which officer in the fleet is in command on that ship.  On the right halyard of our yardarm as you look from the porch towards the lake, we fly officer flags for the three “flag officers” of the Club – Commodore (white on blue), Vice Commodore (white on red), and Rear Commodore (red on white) – and one for our Past Commodores (3 stars and a fouled anchor; white on blue).  At some clubs these are flown only when those officers are present.  At BLYC, we usually fly them all the time to show respect for those officers.

On the left side of the yard arm as you will find flags indicating our Club’s affiliations with other organizations.  In the top-most spot on that side, we fly the burgee of the Inter-Lake Yachting Association, our regional sailing & boating organization in this area.  Below that, we fly a pennant bearing the logo of US Sailing – the national governing body for the sport of sailing – of which we are also a member.  Finally, we fly the burgee of the International Order of the Blue Gavel, an association of Past Commodores of Yacht Clubs.

Often, Clubs will also have a “courtesy” spot on their yardarm from which they may fly the burgee of another club when someone from that Club is visiting.

If one looks around the Clubhouse, there are plenty of other flags and Yacht Club traditions that probably could stand to be explained too.  I’ll have to look around for topic ideas for future articles…

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Borrowed from Dutch kommandeur , from Middle French commandeur . See command , compare commend (a doublet), and mandate .

Pronunciation

• ( General American ) IPA ( key ) : /ˈkɔ.mə.doɹ/
• ( Received Pronunciation ) IPA ( key ) : /ˈkɒm.ə.dɔː/

commodore ( plural commodores )

• ( military , nautical ) A naval officer holding a rank between captain and rear admiral .
• ( nautical ) A (temporary) commander over a collection of ships who is not an admiral .
• ( nautical ) The leading ship in a fleet of merchantmen .
• ( nautical ) The president of a yacht club .
• ( nautical ) A yacht-club president's vessel in a regatta .
• ( military , nautical ) Ellipsis of commodore admiral .
• ( US , military , nautical ) A rear admiral (lower half) .
• ( entomology ) Any of various nymphalid butterflies of the Asian genus Parasarpa .

Usage notes

The equivalent army rank is brigadier , senior colonel , brigadier general , or lowest ranking general officer grade.

• ( non-flag naval rank ) : senior captain , fleet captain , flag captain
• ( nautical ) : senior captain , fleet captain , flag captain , shipmaster senior grade
• ( flag naval rank ) : CDRE , COMO ( abbreviation )
• ( naval rank ) : Cmdre , Cmdre. ( abbreviation )

Coordinate terms

• fleet captain
• senior captain

Derived terms

• air commodore
• commodore admiral
• Commodorian

Descendants

• → Portuguese: comodoro
• → Spanish: comodoro

Translations

• brigadier general
• senior colonel

Borrowed from Dutch kommandeur , from Middle French commandeur ; from Latin commendare , from com- + mandare , from mandō ( “ to order, command ” ) .

• IPA ( key ) : /kɔ.mɔ.dɔʁ/

commodore   m or f by sense ( plural commodores )

• ( military , nautical ) commodore , a naval military rank between captain ( capitaine de vaisseau or capitaine de croiseur ) and rear admiral ( contre-amiral )
• cmdre , cmdre. ( abbreviation )

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• “ commodore ”, in Trésor de la langue française informatisé [ Digitized Treasury of the French Language ] , 2012 .

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[ kom - uh -dawr , -dohr ]

• Navy. a grade of flag officer next in rank below a rear admiral.
• British Navy. an officer in temporary command of a squadron, sometimes over a captain on the same ship.
• Navy. the senior captain when two or more ships of war are cruising in company.
• (in the U.S. Navy and Merchant Marine) the officer in command of a convoy.
• the senior captain of a line of merchant vessels.
• the president or head of a yacht club or boat club.

/ ˈkɒməˌdɔː /

• a naval rank junior to rear admiral and senior to captain
• the senior captain of a shipping line
• the officer in command of a convoy of merchant ships
• the senior flag office of a yacht or boat club

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So she gave me a computer before a Commodore 64, and I started playing all these games and I got really fascinated by these little, little worlds.

Gone, too, is Harry’s post as “commodore-in-chief, small ships and diving” in the Royal Navy.

A motley crew of former sailors led by Commodore Joshua Barney mounted the only real resistance to the British.

Examine photographs of Andrew Carnegie, J. P. Morgan, John D. Rockefeller, Andrew Mellon, and Commodore Cornelius Vanderbilt.

Air commodore Houston was responding to results from the Australian ship Ocean Shield.

He joined the local Cabrillo Beach Yacht Club there and by 1977 had reached the membership rank of commodore.

Scientology founder L. Ron Hubbard—“the Commodore”—had a passion for all things naval.

Quite a good lot of bullets were plopping into the water, so the Commodore ordered the Colne to lie further out.

The Commodore has offered me a passage in her, and has written to that purpose; but I am in no state to embark for a long voyage.

British commodore Byron sailed from the Downs in the Dolphin, on his voyage round the world.

The Commodore means to go thither himself on the business, and I have no doubt all will be well and reasonably settled.

The American expedition under commodore Perry arrived at Japan.

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