skipper’s handbook

The Skipper’s Handbook provides all pertinent details regarding the regatta, including start and finishing logistics, information on the YB trackers that will be supplied to each boat, as well as important contact details.

ALIR Race management and communications

Sea Cliff Yacht Club
42 The Boulevard, Sea Cliff, NY 11579
(516) 671-7374
alir@seacliffyc.org

Website: www.alir.org
Facebook: www.facebook.com/aroundlongislandregatta
Instagram: www.instagram.com/alir_seacliff

ALIR Regatta Desk
Located in the dining room of the yacht club, this is “ALIR Central.” Staffed around the clock beginning at 0900 hours on Friday, this is the place to buy gear or ask about food or bar services provided during the regatta. Contact the Regatta Desk for all information problems, or question of local knowledge. Or contact the Skippers’ Representative prior to the race start for any questions relating to sailing or racing logistics.

(516) 945-9209 (Monday thru Sunday) - TO BE USED FOR ALL RACE COMS from Thursday through Sunday of the event.

VHF 69

services prior to the race (Jersey City, NJ)

Liberty Landing Marina is the ALIR’s official dockage provider. The Captain’s Meeting the night before the race start is also at Liberty Landing Marina.

Liberty Landing Marina
840 Audrey Zapp Dr.
Jersey City, NJ 07305
(201) 985-8000
info@libertylandingmarina.com
VHF 72

Reserve dockage at dockwa.com. When reserving online and to receive the ALIR discount (10%), write “ALIR” in comments.

Captain’s Meeting
Wednesday, July 23, 2025 at 2000 hours (doors open at 1900 hours)
Liberty House Restaurant
76 Audrey Zapp Dr.
Jersey City, NJ 07305

Lite fare, Goslings Rum, Samuel Adams beer, and a cash bar will be provided.

services at sea cliff yacht club following the race finish (Sea Cliff, NY)

Guest Moorings

A limited number of guest moorings will be available during the regatta. The Sea Cliff YC launch will service boats that anchor adjacent to the mooring field.

After finishing, hail the Sea Cliff YC launch on VHF 09 for directions to an available mooring or suitable anchorage area. To make reservations, visit dockwa.com, or call the Sea Cliff YC office at (516) 671-7374.

Overnight Dockage

Safe Harbor Glen Cove in Mosquito Creek adjacent to Sea Cliff will offer discounted dockage (if available) to ALIR participants. The marina is within walking distance to the club. Mechanic, ice, fuel, water, showers, and supplies are also available through Safe Harbor Glen Cove. Make reservations at dockwa.com. An advance call to the marina (516-671-5563) is recommended.

Launch Services

The Sea Cliff YC launch monitors VHF 09. 24-hour launch service will be provided to competitors throughout the event. See the schedule posted on the dock house for hours of launch service for the week following the regatta.

Sea Cliff YC Dock

The Sea Cliff YC dock may be used for loading and unloading only. We ask that you please limit your time at the dock to 15 minutes. A fresh water hose and pump out station is available. Approach dock from the channel direct on, at least half tide or higher.

Bar & Food Services

The restaurant and bar on the main level upper deck will be open for extended hours during the regatta. The clubhouse will be open while the Regatta Desk is in operation.  Food will be available beginning on Friday and continuing overnights until Sunday afternoon.  

Payment of Services

Food and drink purchases will be paid by credit card only.

Swimming & Showers

Our beach, swimming pool, and showers are open to all ALIR participants and guests. BYOT (bring your own towels).

ALIR Merch Sales

ALIR hats and race shirts will be sold throughout the regatta at the Regatta Desk. They will also be sold at the Captain’s Meeting on Wednesday, July 23, at Liberty House.

Parking

There is no parking available in the lot at Sea Cliff YC. The parking lot is restricted to drop-off and pick-up only. Parking is readily available on the street outside of the club or at Safe Harbor Glen Cove. Club staff will be able to direct you.

The lot next to the club to the west (between Sea Cliff YC and Sea Cliff Pavilion) is limited to Sea Cliff residents with a valid sticker. If you park in this lot without a sticker, you will be ticketed.

Award Ceremony and Post-Race Party

The celebration begins at 1400 hours on Sunday, July 27.  Plan to spend the afternoon celebrating the ALIR with great music, Goslings, Sam Adams, and a great BBQ.  Guest tickets can be purchased for $40 pp.

Refuse Disposal

We ask that trash removed from your boat for disposal be sorted as follows: 

Recyclable cans and bottles
Cardboard
All other trash

Sea Cliff YC will have trash cans available for proper disposal.  We appreciate your support and cooperation in complying with these regulations.  Thank You. 

Local services in and around Sea Cliff

Grocery Stores

Marina

Fuel

Tools & Bits