"Primal Scream" (USA 52458) is a C&C 115, a high-performance cruiser-racer sailboat with a notable racing history, based out of Key Biscayne. The Boat: C&C 115 The C&C 115 is a modern, recreational keelboat designed by Tim Jackett. The "115" in its name refers to its length overall in decimeters, which is 11.51 meters (37.75 feet). Key Specifications: Builder: C&C Yachts (United States) Year Built: "Primal Scream" was built in 2005. The model itself was first introduced in 20

The sailfish (Istiophorus albicans) is the undisputed icon of South Florida sport fishing—renowned for its speed, acrobatics, and the striking beauty of its sail-like dorsal fin. South of Miami, the Gulf Stream flows closest to the Florida coast, creating one of the most productive and thrilling sailfish habitats in the world. Local anglers use live bait and kite-fishing techniques to entice these apex predators, often hooking into fish that leap and tail-walk across the surf

FROM THE CLUB HISTORIAN May 2026 April 2026 March 2026 February 2026 January 2026 December 2025 November 2025 October 2025 September 2025 July and August 2025 June 2025 May 2025 April 2025 GO TO KBYC MAIN WEBSITE SEE ENTIRE BLOG LIBRARY GO BACK TO HISTORIAN PAGE

Key Biscayne Yacht Club - February 6, 2026 History Committee Members From top left - P/C Hortensia Sampedro-Hacker, (Chair/Official Historian), 58th Watch, P/C Rosemary Sala-Rifkin, 63rd Watch (Vice-Chair), PSC Ann Taintor, 34th Watch, PSC Nelly Palmer, 46th Watch (Secretary), PSC & Club Past Club Secretary Vickie Gaston, 61st Watch, Nora Camejo, and Marta Clark. KBYC Historical Milestones. This timeline was presented by Committee Member Nora Camejo. For full page view of

FLAG LOWERING CEREMONY MEET OUR HISTORY COMMITTEE MEMBERS. For more information about their presentations during the Heritage Evening go to: Meet our Committee Members. KBYC History Committee Members Front row left: Hortensia Sampedro Hacker, 58th Watch (Chair/Official Historian), PSC Ann Taintor, 34th Watch, Standing left: PSC Nelly Palmer, 46th Watch (Secretary), P/C Rosemary Sala-Rifkin, 63rd Watch (Vice-Chair), Nora Camejo, PSC & Past Club Secretary Vickie Gaston, 61s

For years, the trophies and plaques that line our halls have been a cherished part of our décor—but they are so much more than that. They are a lasting record of our members' expertise, passion, and sportsmanship. As Secretary and member of the Key Biscayne Yacht Club History Committee, my initial mission was to inventory and catalog every award, plaque, and photograph in the building to ensure the stories behind those triumphs are captured before they fade away. In order to

To understand the heart of the Key Biscayne Yacht Club, one must look to those who have walked our docks and graced our halls for decades. Past Seabelle Captain Ann Taintor is one of those essential keepers of our flame. Ann’s legacy at the Club began in 1969 alongside her late husband, Past Commodore James Taintor. For over half a century, she has not only witnessed our history but has been instrumental in documenting it. A veteran of our editorial past, Ann was a key contri

Vickie Gaston, Past Club Secretary and Past Seabelle Captain, is the curator of our visual legacy. Building upon the foundations of our 25th and 50th Anniversary books, Vickie is currently standardizing the format for our upcoming 75th Anniversary issue. This image-rich design is an important milestone; for it will serve as the permanent template for the Club’s next grand publication: our Centennial in 2055. To ensure our story is complete, Vickie is continuing the vital effo

Nora Camejo, a dedicated member of our History Committee, has captured this 71-year journey by developing a comprehensive timeline that charts our evolution into the award-winning institution we are today. Her work highlights the pivotal milestones that earned us our designation as a 5-star private Club within the prestigious Platinum Clubs of America, and the 2024 Distinguished Club award by Boardroom Magazine in partnership with Forbes Travel Guide. By synthesizing archives

The History Committee is pleased to welcome its newest member, Marta Clark, who has joined the team to help document and celebrate the rich heritage of the Key Biscayne Yacht Club. While working in conjunction with Vickie Gaston on broader committee goals, Marta is independently spearheading several vital initiatives to modernize our historical records. She is currently managing the acquisition of a new Commodore’s Bell to bring the club’s honors up to date, ensuring every Co

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Official record of the Key Biscayne Yacht Club Board of Governors, Flag, and Squadron Officers as of March 16, 2026. Presented by Historian P/C Hortensia Sampedro-Hacker and Committee Member Marta Clark: ** KBYC: A Collective Record of Stewardship These records represent our governance history, the names of all the men and women who have served as Board members and Squadron Officers of our Club since its inception in 1955. This chart is more than a list of past officers and

These interviews were held by History Committee Member PSC Ann Taintor during our 71st Watch Heritage Evening event on February 6, 2026. For more information or to contact PSC Ann Taintor e-mail Historian@kbyc.org. GO TO KBYC MAIN WEBSITE SEE ENTIRE BLOG LIBRARY GO BACK TO HISTORIAN PAGE

This interview was held by History Committee Member PSC Ann Taintor during our 71st Watch Heritage Evening event on February 6, 2026. For more information or to contact PSC Ann Taintor e-mail Historian@kbyc.org. GO TO KBYC MAIN WEBSITE SEE ENTIRE BLOG LIBRARY GO BACK TO HISTORIAN PAGE

This interview was held by History Committee Member PSC Ann Taintor during our 71st Watch Heritage Evening event on February 6, 2026. For more information or to contact PSC Ann Taintor e-mail Historian@kbyc.org. GO TO KBYC MAIN WEBSITE SEE ENTIRE BLOG LIBRARY GO BACK TO HISTORIAN PAGE

This interview was held by History Committee Member PSC Ann Taintor during our 71st Watch Heritage Evening event on February 6, 2026. For more information or to contact PSC Ann Taintor e-mail Historian@kbyc.org. GO TO KBYC MAIN WEBSITE SEE ENTIRE BLOG LIBRARY GO BACK TO HISTORIAN PAGE

This interview was held by History Committee Member PSC Ann Taintor during our 71st Watch Heritage Evening event on February 6, 2026. For more information or to contact PSC Ann Taintor e-mail Historian@kbyc.org. GO TO KBYC MAIN WEBSITE SEE ENTIRE BLOG LIBRARY GO BACK TO HISTORIAN PAGE

This interview was held by History Committee Member PSC Ann Taintor during our 71st Watch Heritage Evening event on February 6, 2026. For more information or to contact PSC Ann Taintor e-mail Historian@kbyc.org. GO TO KBYC MAIN WEBSITE SEE ENTIRE BLOG LIBRARY GO BACK TO HISTORIAN PAGE

This interview was held by History Committee Member PSC Ann Taintor during our 71st Watch Heritage Evening event on February 6, 2026. For more information or to contact PSC Ann Taintor e-mail Historian@kbyc.org. GO TO KBYC MAIN WEBSITE SEE ENTIRE BLOG LIBRARY GO BACK TO HISTORIAN PAGE

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