Cruise Captain: SV Blue Heaven (Richard Servance & Anne Wells)
About this Event:
Join us for Navy Yacht Club Everett’s 2025 Opening Day Cruise, happening May 9–11 at Everett Marina’s Guest Dock 5! Hosted by Richard and Anne of Blue Heaven, this year’s theme is “Stars, Stripes & Shipmates”—a celebration of nautical tradition, club camaraderie, and the start of another great cruising season.
We’ll “Full Dress Ship” in festive nautical tradition, reconnect with shipmates new and old, and officially bless the fleet for safe and joyful voyages ahead. Boats that decorate and stay for two nights will receive one night of free moorage.
Not arriving by boat? No problem! Members are encouraged to join us shoreside for this spectacular event. The Everett waterfront is a great place to gather—and Hotel Indigo is a fantastic nearby option for those looking to stay overnight.
This year, we’re also inviting members of our neighboring yacht clubs—including Mukilteo Yacht Club, Milltown Sailing Association, and Everett Yacht Club—to join us in some Saturday afternoon dockside festivities and fun.
️ Weekend Agenda
⚓ Friday, May 9 – Welcome Aboard
5:00 PM – Dockside Happy Hour (Party Barge)
DIY Pizza Bar (crusts, sauce, cheese & pepperoni provided – bring your favorite toppings, additional sauces, sides, and/or special crusts (gluten free, etc) to share
Pizza ovens and grills available
BYOB + Margarita Blender in action
⚓ Saturday, May 10 – Opening Day
8:00 AM – Coffee, tea, bagels & fruit
11:00 AM – All Hands Assemble
Opening remarks by NYCE Commodore, Richard Servance
Remarks by Capt. Stacy Wuthier, CO of Naval Station Everett & NYCE member
Blessing of the Fleet by Chaplain Kurtis Matheny, Naval Station Everett
12:00 PM – Dockside Lunch
Burgers and dogs provided
Members: bring other grill items, sides, salads, or desserts
Pizza ovens & grill available
2:00 PM – Everett Waterfront Scavenger Hunt - Fun prizes for those who explore the waterfront and local spots
Evening – Dinner on your own - Explore Everett or dine with fellow cruisers aboard
⚓ Sunday, May 11 – Fair Winds Farewell
8:00 AM – Coffee, Tea, Oatmeal & Egg Bar
Oatmeal, bacon, eggs, butter, and half & half provided
Bring toppings, add-ins, or anything you’d like to contribute
Griddle, pizza ovens, and grill available