November 8 , 2011
Just a normal day of haul-outs and rearranging the boats in storage at LaBelle, but this was a pretty shot of boats both in the water and out. Our service building is off to the right - now is a perfect time for end-of-season maintenance, available on site and done right by the RFYC professionals. |
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September 10, 2011
RFYC employees enjoyed a day out at owner Joe Charles' latest business venture, the OK Corral Gun Club of Okeechobee, Florida. Joe has opened a world-class shooting facility in the heart of central Florida. With 15 shotgun stations, a wobble deck, 5-stand, 12 cowboy action shooting scenarios, archery range fishing ponds, and clubhouse; the OK Corral Gun Club is a sportsman's paradise! Our families had a terrific and fun-filled day at the range shooting sporting clays and sampling all that the club has to offer. For more details about the OK Corral Gun Club (open to the public), please visit www.okcorralgunclub.com. |
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August 15, 2011
Manager John Helfrich in LaBelle hauls the 50' Tugboat “Leitner” for the US Army Corps of Engineers on RFYC's ASCOM marine lift. |
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July 19, 2011
RFYC LaBelle's new ABI self-propelled transporter is quickly proving to be a real asset. Here, a 70' Hatteras is safely and effortlessly manuevered from basin to storage thanks to it. |
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June 14, 2011
We've added more muscle at RFYC LaBelle with the addition of our new 66 US ton (132,000 lbs.) ABI self-propelled hydraulic transporter. The ABI transporter joins our 33 US ton (66,140 lbs.) ABI transporter and 82 US ton (164,000 lbs.) ASCOM marine lift. All are radio remote controlled and feature all-wheel steering.
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August 10 , 2010
“Murphy's Law”, a 124' Delta Marine tri-deck motor yacht visits RFYC's Labelle. For more information on “Murphy's Law,” see www.murphyslawyachtcharters.com/index.html. |
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June 17 , 2010
RFYC Stuart is pleased to announce the delivery of its new workhorse, a 50 U.S. ton self-propelled hydraulic transporter. The new transporter has a lifting capacity greater than 95,000 lbs and offers the ultimate in yacht maneuverability. The self-propelled diesel transporter is wirelessly radio controlled and incorporates a hydraulic expanding, open “U” frame design, and self-centering and hydraulically adjustable lift pads.
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May 20, 2010
RFYC takes fire preparedness seriously. A test of the pump house at LaBelle was overseen by the Florida Bureau of Fire Prevention. Buildings sprinkler systems were also inspected.
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March 18, 2010
The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers (USACE), Jacksonville District, Clewiston Branch, responsible for the Okeechobee Waterway, took delivery of their newest tow/push boat "CHOBEE" (short for Okeechobee) at River Forest Yachting Center - LaBelle. CHOBEE specifications: 25'3” x 14' x 6', 600 horsepower, approx. displacement 50,000 lbs. CHOBEE was built by Marine Inland Fabricators (MIF), Panama City, FL and trucked to RFYC on two flatbed trailers. MIF completed integration of the hull with the deckhouse in preparation of launch on March 16th, with sea trials on March 18th.
The U.S. Army Corp of Engineers towboat LEITNER visited RFYC - LaBelle to observe the launch of CHOBEE. Towboat LEITNER is 50' long, 20' wide and has a displacement of 48 long ton.
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March 15, 2010
RFYC LaBelle welcomes its first customer arrival via helicopter. A private helistop is located on premises for use by guests and visitors (please call to schedule advance landing arrangements). |
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March 12, 2010
Led by cruise directors Dennis and Lois Hogerheide, members of the St. Charles Yacht Club of Ft. Myers traveled to River Forest Yachting Center for a cruise and overnight stay. Six boats ranging in size from 36' to 53' made the trip to LaBelle.
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January 16, 2010 - Stuart Boat Show
RFYC and Charles Industries exhibited at the 2010 Stuart Boat Show.
The Marine Industry Association of Treasure Coast presented RFYC with an Honorable Mention Land Display Award for its exhibit.
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September 17 , 2009 - Stuart Facility
These "twins" are taking advantage of the new covered maintenance facilities at RFYC Stuart. For a list of available services, see our "Services" page.
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September 14 , 2009 - Stuart Facility
Completed in less than four weeks, the new Covered Services building at RFYC is already being put to use servicing club member boats with routine maintenance, repairs and electronic installations.
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August 27 , 2009 - Stuart Facility
Steel is set on a new Services building at RFYC Stuart. Boaters can soon look forward to state-of-the-art Service and Maintenance facilities conveniently located on premises.
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June 4, 2009 - LaBelle Facility
"Dawn," a Marlow Explorer cruising yacht, is hauled for maintenance and hurricane storage at RFYC. The 78' vessel is the largest boat hauled to date at the facility.
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March 24, 2009 - LaBelle & Stuart Facilities
11 beautiful vessels belonging to the Stuart Corinthian Yacht Club arrive at RFYC LaBelle. The night before, the group stayed at RFYC Stuart and then departed in the morning. 38 total guests enjoyed a home cooked meal catered by RFYC in our clubhouse, then partied into the evening listening to classic rock and roll tunes. A good time was had by all!
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March 17, 2009 - LaBelle Facility
The Cape Coral Cruise Club held its St. Patrick's Day Rendezvous at RFYC LaBelle. 14 yachts and 16 couples joined in the celebration, which included Irish music and an Irish feast catered by RFYC. Club members enjoyed a guided tour of the facility and expressed surprise and appreciation for all the ammenities RFYC has to offer cruising clubs.
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March 14, 2009 - Florida Council of Yacht Clubs
John L. Smith, general manager of RFYC, addresses the Florida Council of Yacht Clubs and extols the virtues of climate-controlled storage at the club's General Meeting and Change of Watch in St. Petersburg.
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March 5, 2009 - LaBelle Facility
"Lady Pat," a 98' Burger Boat Company Yacht, navigates the basin.
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March 2, 2009 - LaBelle Facility
"On Business," a 76' Lazzara Yacht, stops by LaBelle.
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February 27, 2009 - Stuart Facility
"Destination," a 102' Crescent Yacht, enjoys a two-night stopover in RFYC's basin.
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