About Us
Throughout the years, the Astoria Yacht Club has carried on the tradition of hosting various exciting and unique regattas, cruises and other functions involving good food and fellowship with other yacht club members.
Board & Committees
Astoria Yacht Club is a volunteer-run organization guided by an elected Board of Directors and supported by active member committees. These groups work together to keep the club running smoothly and support sailing activities throughout the year.
Board of Directors
Flag Officers
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Commodore: Tom Brownson
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Vice Commodore: Curt Yoder
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Treasurer: Rich Elstrom
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Secretary: Kris Amundson
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Board of Directors
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Toby Dyal
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Paul Gascoigne
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Grant Loomis
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Josh McConnell
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Thor Sorenson
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Angi Wildt
Committees
Racing Committee
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Paul Gascoigne
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Rich Elstrom
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Toby Dyal
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Dave Koller
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Josh McConnell
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White Knight – Race Signal Boat
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Toby Dyal
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Josh McConnell
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Jay Yeager
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Reciprocity
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Thor Sorenson
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Events Committee
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Liz Bartell
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Judy Shatto
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Curt Yoder
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Marie Yost
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Bruce Prickett
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Educational Series
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Curt Yoder
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Newsletter
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Liz Bartell
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Membership Committee
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Angi Wildt
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Nick Baisley
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Josh McConnell
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Webmasters
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Angi Wildt
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Paul Gascoigne
Commodore's Awards 2025
Sailor of the Year
Rich Elstrom
Commodore's Award
Steve Huserik
Crew Person of the Year
Olive DelSol
Bent Propeller
Grant Loomis