A special thanks to Betty Lerner and her staff who year after year produce Yachting in Chicago, this wonderful testament to all we do for recreational boating in Chicago.
As the Commodore of the Chicago Yachting Association, I have come to appreciate the importance of fostering strong relationships within our boating community. In a city as vibrant and diverse as Chicago, our Association is more than just a gathering of
boaters; it is a family of individuals united by a shared passion for the water. Building relationships is the lifeblood of our community, enriching our experiences, enhancing safety, and promoting a spirit of camaraderie that makes every outing memorable.
|
2024
|
A special thanks to Betty Lerner and her staff who year after year produce Yachting in Chicago, this wonderful testament to all we do for recreational boating in Chicago.
The Sea Scouts are proud to honor Noelani Juhasz as the 2024 Sea Scout of the Year. Noelani is a current Junior at Mother McAuley High School. Since 2020, she has been the Boatswain’s Mate of Sea Scout Ship 5111. Noelani helped shape and support Ship 5111 over the course of the last 4 years.
The Chicago Yachting Association is proud to name Marko Lucht as its Yachtsperson of the Year for 2024. Marko got his start in the boating business in 1969, running the gas dock at Marina City during the midnight to 8:00 AM shift as a summer job when he was in college.
EAGLE
Eagle is proud of its 2024 summer sailing, which resulted in a winning season. All of the Eagle crewmembers acknowledge that their discipline and skill set are built on the shoulders of Jerry O’Neill. This year, two generations of O’Neills were regular crew on Eagle: Shawn and Conor, as well as Shawn’s wife, Ann.