LYC Strong

Vic-Maui International Yacht Race © James Clappier

All of us at RVYC and on the Vic-Maui team are deeply saddened by the news of the Lahaina-Maui wildfires. We have reached out to our contacts in Lahaina, including the Commodore of the Lahaina Yacht Club and members of the Vic-Maui team, to offer our support and condolences.

At this time, we do not know the severity of the situation on the ground, but we will continue to update as appropriate.

Our focus and our hearts are with our friends in Lahaina during this incredibly difficult time and our community stands ready to support of the people of Maui.

Please feel free to reach out with questions and concerns to the Vic-Maui Lahaina Yacht Club emergency email contact as follows: LYC-Strong@vicmaui.org

A message from the Commodore of the Lahaina Yacht Club

"To All Members and Visitors Alike.
I write this with pure sorrow. Our beloved Lahaina Yacht Club and Lahaina Town has been devastated. The entire town of Lahaina and our home is gone and now just ash and rubble. What you are seeing in the news is probably accurate but just a small part of our reality. No power, water etc.... We are an amazing community, and the people here are resilient. I have received many emails from reciprocal clubs across the country offering support and I want to assure that we will strive to rebuild, rebound, and come back better. We love and appreciate all the heartfelt sentiments and support across the country. To those amazing Commodores sharing such respect and support I will absolutely share those caring messages after I get my/our lack of housing in check. To date, quite a few of us Commodores, Past Commodores and Board Members are now without homes. I do ultimately believe it will take all of us to be involved in rebuilding and all will commit to our future commitment to LYC. Without hesitation, I am far more afraid for our membership and the entire community's well-being. This town has so many amazing people. We are Lahaina Strong and most importantly we need to look out for the health and well-being of our families, friends, and membership and all those we love. I hope this all makes sense. I am shedding tears as I write this. At Lahaina Yacht Club, our strength has always been our family approach. Our strength is at its finest.

Love And Support to Lahaina and LYC
Dave Schubert