Welcome to the North Shrewsbury Ice Boat and Yacht Club, where Ice Boat History is Preserved - and Made.

We are unique among Ice Boat Clubs in having occupied our own clubhouse since our founding in 1880. This has enabled us to preserve an incredible amount of historical data, photographs and memorabilia under one roof, which is on open display for all members and guests to enjoy.  In many ways we are the Ice Boat Mecca!

But in addition to the great contributions we have made to ice boat design, competition and history over the years, our members continue to dominate the sport into the present day.  The fastest sail boats in the world today, on either hard or soft water, are the A Skeeters - also known as “Bubble Boats” for their jet plane-like bubble canopies. NSIBYC member Dan Clapp has perfected the design, building and racing of these boats to the point where he has won 9 of the last 14 ISA Championships.

Jeff Smith NSIBYC Commodore

The Club has been a vital supporter of “The Rocket Foundation,” which has restored the magnificent 50 foot, gaff rigged, Class One Ice Yacht, “Rocket”. She will be on the ice this year - once we find ice that is a foot thick!

The location of the Club, on the banks of the beautiful Navesink River in downtown Red Bank, NJ makes it a perfect venue for its premiere regatta the “National Sweepstakes,” which is held whenever conditions permit. All classes of hard water boats are welcome.

We are current holders and defenders of “The Challenge Ice Yacht Cup of America,” also known as the Van Nostrand Cup. Challengers are welcome when there is good ice on the Navesink.

With “Home Ice” there is a full schedule of races organized by the individual classes. But our members are great travelers as well: to the DN World’s in Europe, to regattas in the Mid-West, Lake Champlain, Lake Winnipesaukee or closer to home. Wherever there is good ice or a major regatta, you will find our members there.

We pride ourselves in our dedication to Ice Boat Safety. While it is true that there is no such thing as “Safe Ice,” the NSIBYC has an ongoing education and enforcement program to assure that we operate in as safe a manner as possible.

For a complete schedule of events you can join our Yahoo Group which is open to members and friends of NSIBYC. Just email me at Jeff@NJphoto.Net for an invite. Event schedules and ice conditions can be accessed from our Ice Line at (732) 747- 5665.

Welcome to our Club!

Respectfully submitted,

Jeff Smith

NSIBYC Commodore 2010-2012