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    Margarita R.

    A unique and fun experience! Came here for a friends birthday. We purchased 3 tables and were able to call ahead and request the tables be put together. The tables were a bit expensive for their size. We arrived at the docking area and received a color coated band. Our small boat was right on time to take us to the William Wall boat. It was about a 15 minute or less beautiful ride there. The scenery was breathtaking! When we arrived, we noticed they only put two of our tables together but it was no hassle to add our third table. We brought a bunch of food as there is no food served on the boat and it was great! Someone in our party wanted to buy a bottle but they do not allow that sadly. The only thing sucked a bit was that the music wasn't loud enough! Also, heads up, if you get motion sick, prepare to take medication beforehand. It can get really intense!! Lastly, we found out at the end of the night that the color coated band dictates what time you have to get off the boat. I recommend the 6pm or later as you'll be able to stay till close! Overall, it's a unique and fun thing to do in Jersey City!

    Panos I.

    Superb place for a Cocktail while watching the boats And the sun go down.

    View from Honorable William Wall Clubhouse- floating bar in the Hudson!
    Ann L.

    This review is for the Honorable William Wall, clubhouse situated in the middle of the Hudson River. All roundtrip $20 boating tickets are sold on https://www.zerve.com/ManhattanYC/WWLaunch Even if it says "Sold Out" on the website, most of the time you can just go to pier and they will let you buy a ticket Pros: * William Wall is one of the best kept secrets in Manhattan- I've lived in Manhattan for 6 years and have NEVER heard of this floating bar with gorgeous views of Jersey City + Manhattan! Maybe I'm just out of the loop... * Drinks are affordable * You can bring your own food! Cons: * Bring a jacket- if you come in September, it gets very windy and chilly after the sun sets. * When windy, William Wall becomes rocky as hell. My friends and I were nauseous for most of the time so I recommend taking antiemetic medicines before you board.

    Saturday morning getting ready to sail.
    Charles H.

    When I first looked into joining the Manhattan Sailing Club (MSC), it was a bit mysterious - Racing Committees, Fleet Captains, Skipper Certifications, Mentor Programs, and a floating club house called the Willy Wall. Maybe there's a secret handshake too. Who knows but I decided to find out and joined last summer. There's no secret handshake (well, at least I haven't discovered it yet) but this is definitely the club to join in Manhattan if you want to get out on the water and sail in NYC. I highly recommend the club for beginner as well as more experienced sailors. Here's a cheat sheet to help you navigate the waters (sorry, couldn't resist the pun). I hope you find it useful. Send me a note if you have any questions. 1) Where can I get info on the club? The MSC website is the best place to find out about membership and what the club is all about. If you're new to sailing you might find it a bit confusing so keep on reading... 2) What is the Manhattan Sailing Club exactly? It's a club where you pay annual dues which allow you to sail on club boats, attend club functions, use the clubhouse (anchored in the harbor next to Ellis Island), receive mentoring and participate in club races. That's just the basics. The club is very dynamic so things come up all the time. Since I've been a member, the club has organized trips to the Caribbean, Monaco, Norway and other destinations. A bunch of members also got together and formed a syndicate to purchase a 12 meter racing sailboat (America II) which is now in North Cove. 3) Where is it? The MSC is located in North Cove at the World Financial Center. The Manhattan Sailing School also shares this location with private yachts and tour boats. The MSC and the school are related. 4) What kind of boats does the club have? J/24 sailboats - a popular 24' sailboat used by many clubs for racing and day sailing. 5) How much does it cost? Check the website for the latest rates. Currently for 2007: Initiation Fee: $250; Regular Dues: $1,190; Skipper Privileges: $800 in addition to regular dues. I think this is a bargain considering all the hassle and expense of owning a boat. The key is to go sailing often to get the most out of your $$$. 6) I've never sailed before - is the club for me? Yes, if you like to be on the water with the sun on your face, wind in your hair and enjoy the challenge of learning something new. Also - you'll have NYC as your backdrop which is just an amazing view. NOTE: If you are new to sailing you should first take the basic sailing course offered by the Manhattan Sailing School. 7) What's this whole Crew/Skipper thing about? There are two types of members (besides members who own their own boats). BASIC members sail as crew and must have a certified club skipper present to go out on a boat. SKIPPERS have passed a test and are allowed to take people out. This helps ensure the safety of members and the boats. Skippers also pay more for the ability to take boats out with members or friends. 8) If I'm a basic member, what's the best way to get out and sail? Go online and make a reservation! It's as simple as that. You'll either be assigned to a boat or put on a waiting list until more Skippers show up. Your reservation will say "Skipper Needed". I've always gotten on a boat even if I was put on a waiting list. You should also make friends with skippers who will invite you out to sail. 9) Is this a good place to meet people and make new friends? A sailing club is social by nature. You always sail with others and meet new people. The common bond is sailing and an attraction to the wind and sea. So, yes - you'll meet lots of new people. Some people might wonder if this is a good place to meet a significant other. I'm sure there are plenty of romantic connections at the club but I wouldn't put this top on your list of reasons to join - unless you are attracted to the adventurous, fun loving, sporting types. In that case, you might get lucky! 10) Does the club have parties? Yes - the club has a floating clubhouse anchored just off Ellis Island. There's a bar and a disco ball out there. Really, there is. The club has full moon parties and other special events here. There are also other events during the winter and sailing season. I don't believe the social events and parties are the main focus on the club - sailing is - but sailors definitely know how to party when the time comes. 11) What is the "Mentor Program"? This is a program to help new members become certified club skippers. Experienced members volunteer to take new members out and train them so they can become club Skippers. The main point is instruction during these sails. 12) What is a "Fleet Captain"? A Fleet Captain is a cub skipper who volunteers to take out a boat on a specific day at a specific time. Basic members will be assigned to these boats using the online reservation system.

    The view...amazing!
    Betsy M.

    Last Friday a friend and I headed down to Battery Park and aboard the launch vessel out to sea...destination William Wall Barge. I had no idea anything like this existed (closest I knew of was the Frying Pan - but this is not even close in comparison). It is a two floor barge anchored among an absolutely stunning view of the skyline, Governors Island and the Statue of Liberty. I would suggest getting there early so you can snag a table, but the turnover is so quick that we got one on the 3rd round of launches (they leave/arrive every 30 minutes). You can bring your own snacks aboard (we had a delicious spread of cheese, baguette, cured meats and olives :) and the drinks onboard are completely reasonable. I was sipping my favorite Jack & Diet's and they were only $8. I was prepared for at least $12 considering I was floating in the Hudson with a spectacular 360 degree view and wouldn't have even been upset paying it. The staff is super friendly and the bartenders are quick to fill your order. The only negative was the music selection. For some reason they felt it appropriate to play techno/dance crap during a happy hour filled with prepsters, but that is what Pandora is for :)

    Angie C.

    A friend of mine is a member of this club and took me here for my first sailing trip in Jersey City/New York. It was an amazing experience, the staff was very helpful and the boat was clean and in good condition. The location is convenient with plenty of parking nearby.

    Willie Wall has amazing views of the Manhattan skyline!

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    The sailing here is great and the drinks are properly cold. What's not to love?

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    Had a fantastic time out on the water. I'd recommend it to anyone looking to learn how to sail!

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    Love this club! Been going for years and it just keeps getting better. Great people, fun sailing and racing, cool clubhouse.

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