Model Boats have been sailed on the Orakei Basin since 1936.

This is most likely the longest association of a sporting group related to the Orakei Basin.

Part of the original scout group building, were the Model Yacht Club rooms, now incorporated in the present Sea Scout building.

The ELECTRONS have been meeting and racing at the Orakei Basin now for some 18 years, with the Orakei Yacht Club formed more recently to formalise the groups events, and to create a positive club position when it comes to the use of the Basin.

From modest beginnings, the OYC has a grown to a membership of regular Electroneers, meeting nearly every week at the Basin on Tuesdays and Thursday.

The fleet varies from 12 to 16 boats on any club day ideal for Radio Controlled racing, while fleets closer to 20 boats can turn out for Special events and Regattas.

Tuesdays and Thursdays

All year round

OYC sails at the Orakei Basin every Tuesday and Thursday at 15:30 during the winter and 16:00 during the summer.

There are few exceptions, such as Christmas.

For a calendar of OYC race days and other clubs and events

When do we sail at Orakei Basin