Social Activities
2023 Social Captain: Laura Clarke
Yes, we race and cruise... but we also gather with no other purpose than to enjoy good food and each other's company.
We also volunteer with Lake Lanier Association's annual "Shore Sweep", a large lake clean-up project held each September.
Monthly
On 4th Sundays, we host a Member Social and Meeting. Please check the calendar to confirm details and not miss any changes.
As Scheduled
Dirt-ups
This year, we'll be hosting a couple post-race dirt-ups where racers gather together after the race to eat, drink and tell true racing lies.
Sunday, April 21, 2024 - Around Alone Race
Saturday, May 25, 2024 - Final race of the Spring Race Series
January
Dean Holcomb Poker Run & Chili Cookoff
Branch House Tavern (Flowery Branch)
Held New Year's Day... Don't miss the fiercely competitive post-Poker Run Chili/Chowder/Stew/Soup Cook-off.
March
Blessing of the Fleet
Many thanks to officiants Laura Clarke (2024) and Sheri & Hugh Smith (2023) as we resumed our annual blessing ceremony last year. This year's event was held Sunday, March 3rd, just prior to the start of Spring Race #3.
April
Post Race Dirt-up for the Around Alone Solo Regatta
Come out and enjoy celebrating the accomplishments of the Around Alone single-handed racers. This year's race is Sunday, April 21st.
May
Low Country Boil
Join us as we socialize over Low Country Boil, BBQ Chicken and Veggie Skewers. This year's social is scheduled for Saturday, May 11th.
June
Joan Holcomb Women Skippers Regatta Awards Ceremony
Come enjoy the after race awards ceremony at Lake Lanier Sailing Club Saturday, June 1st!
September
Join us as we stake out an island and enjoy grilled steaks on the beach. This year's social is scheduled for Saturday, September 7th.
Lake Lanier Association (LLA) Shore Sweep
Join "Team Barefoot Sailing Club" as we have a fun day cleaning the lake's shoreline with hundreds of other LLA volunteers in this long-running event. This year's cleanup is scheduled for Saturday, September 21st.
October
50th Barefoot Open Regatta's Saturday Night Party
University Yacht Club
Dinner, raffle & silent auction, live music (Thunder Gypsy), and dancing. Arguably even more fun than the racing! 2024 marks our 50th BFO!
December
You may not recognize us cleaned up and in our party clothes. Gather as we recognize fellow members with club awards and share the changing of the board. Stay tuned for this year's date.
