 Apra Harbour : Profile
Position 13°30' N, 144°40' E.
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Guam/Clearance for details.
Because of the high frequency of typhoons, arrangements have been made in Apra Harbour for small boats seeking shelter during a typhoon. The refuge area is located in Piti Channel, which can be reached by boats with a maximum draft of 8 feet. The area is reputed to be well sheltered in any kind of winds.
Yachts must stay well clear of the Naval Harbour, which is situated within Apra Harbour. It is possible a yacht might be boarded by a naval patrol when entering or transiting the harbour.
Last updated November 2009.
MYC welcomes visiting sailors and yachtsmen from around the World.
The Club, located on Dry Dock Point south of the commercial port, can be used by visitors. Two weeks' free membership is given to members of other yacht clubs, otherwise a fee must be paid for the use of club facilities, which include showers.
Outdoor showers are available at no charge to visiting yachts.
Some club moorings are reserved for visitors and also privately owned moorings managed by the club are occasionally made available to visitors. The reef around the MYC moorings can be hard to see and markers are routinely blown away by typhoons. It is advisable to call the club for help with guiding the yacht in.
Marianas Yacht Club
P.O Box 2297, Hagatna, Guam 96932
Tel:671-477-3533, VHF Channel 79 Alpha
www.marianasyachtclub.org, marianasycguam@yahoo.com
There are no walk-ashore berths, but the club has some moorings available for visitors. Tender parking is available at the club premises.
Notify the club of your ETA and, if possible, someone will meet you outside of the anchorage to escort you in. It is not recommended to enter the anchorage after dark. Mail will be held if addressed c/o the club.
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