YCMN News

Want to win the title of "Bazenne of the Year 2026"? So, dear sailors, prepare your oilskins for the 7th edition of the event. Heading to Gravelines for two days of regattas and great maneuvers, in good spirits, before celebrating the end of the competition in style.

Three mornings of training will be organized to allow everyone to progress and improve their skills: Fishing techniques: currents, coefficients, tide times, accessories and equipment. Current regulations: Division 240 and the RecFishing application (new regulations). Ropework: how to tie knots (bowline knot, cleat knot, splices, fishing knots...) Use of electronic instruments (fish finder): course given by a professional. These courses are open to all levels. Information and

We all know that our fishing and motorboating friends like to go fast on the water, make noise and smell of gasoline. Well, we're going to offer them the complete opposite! We're inviting them aboard for a leisurely sail to Belgium, in the almost religious silence of our sailboats. It'll be a chance to show them that four mackerel is already a very big catch… On the agenda: relaxed sailing, laughter, and rest in the port of Blankenberge, with a meal and a visit to the city. *

As every year, the regulations change. In order to allow YCMN members (and all fishing enthusiasts) to practice recreational fishing while respecting resources and current regulations, here is an information point on the main rules applicable in 2026 in the North Sea and the English Channel. The Official Journal of the European Union of 30 January 2026 published Regulation (EU) 2026/249, which sets out fishing opportunities for the years 2026 to 2028. This text specifies in p

Trip to Bruges – 4 days: May 14-17 A long weekend to get together with friends and sail in the heart of an exceptional setting. The numerous bridges crossed offer remarkable architecture.   Trip to Haverskerque – Port Festival: August 14-16 It has become an unmissable event for YCMN members. The numerous activities of this festive weekend now attract between 3,000 and 4,000 visitors.   ATTENTION - registration is mandatory in advance for these two outings, in order to allow f

Several competitions are offered throughout the year. Fishing at anchor for all species (at anchor; fishing by the kg of fish caught): May 2, October 24, November 7 and November 21. Bass fishing on the ridges (drift fishing; longest bass): April 18, September 12, "special women" competition on September 13, October 10 and October 31. Offshore drift fishing , between 12 and 15 nautical miles (drift fishing: red mullet, greater weever, turbot, rays, mackerel, bass, etc...):

Of course, you know Jan Baert! But what about Duquesne? And Fiquet de Fécamp? Jambe de bois à Cherbourg? Or Duguay-Trouin, perhaps… If the legends and exploits of the corsair wars pique your interest, don't stay ashore: grab your batch* and your patch* so you don't get scratched*! Between Dunkirk and Saint-Malo, set sail for a voyage, blending history, sea spray and good humor, following in the footsteps of those who scoured the Channel long before us! * batch: striped collar

YCMN members share three friendly evenings each year. It's a chance to get together over a good meal… and let loose on the dance floor. Mark your calendars now! Saturday, March 28: Dance party, special "raclette" theme Saturday, August 29: "Paella" dance party, with a view of the Malo-les-Bains fireworks display Saturday, November 28th: dance party with couscous (and prize-giving ceremony for the various fishing competitions)