Tunnell & Raysor Webcam — Live Streaming from Lewes Yacht Club

Lewes Yacht Club: A History of Sailing Tradition on Delaware Bay

The Tunnell & Raysor webcam offers a view of the waters of one of the oldest yacht clubs on the US Atlantic coast. Lewes Yacht Club was founded in 1932 as a sailing association proposed by Marjorie Virden and George Davisson. The idea for the club was born from the shared passion of local residents for sailing and recreational boating on Delaware Bay.

Among the 17 founding members was Richard Reese, Sr., who became the club's first commodore. By 1934, membership had grown to 82 people, reflecting the rapid development of sailing culture in the region. Today, the club continues the traditions of amateur and competitive yachting, remaining the center of maritime life in Lewes.

Lewes: "The First Town in The First State"

The town of Lewes in Delaware bears the unofficial title of "The First Town in The First State". It is one of the oldest European settlements in America, founded by the Dutch in 1631. The town's name comes from the English town of Lewes in Sussex County, and its historical heritage is reflected in numerous landmarks.

On the bay shore stands the Zwaanendael Museum, built in 1931 as a replica of a traditional Dutch town hall. The museum tells the story of the Dutch period in the town's history and is one of Lewes's landmarks. Also worth noting are the Cannonball House, Ryves Holt House, and the 1812 Memorial Park — these sites shape the historical character of the town.

Tunnell & Raysor: A Law Firm with Over a Century of History

The camera is named after the Tunnell & Raysor law firm, which has served Delaware residents for over 130 years. The firm was founded by Ebe W. Tunnell, born in Blackwater, Delaware. Interestingly, the name "Tunnell" has nothing to do with the underwater tunnel between Lewes and Cape May — that was an April Fools' joke by Delaware authorities about building a tunnel, which appeared long after the firm was founded.

Tunnell & Raysor, P.A. specializes in various areas of law and is one of the recognized legal institutions in Sussex County. The firm's logo can be seen in the upper right corner of the webcam broadcast.

Delaware Bay: Waters for Sailing and Regattas

Delaware Bay is one of the key waterways on the US Atlantic coast for sailing. Sailboat regattas here are popular among both professional sailors and recreational boaters. Lewes Yacht Club hosts various events, including competitions for young sailors and traditional regattas.

The bay's waters are characterized by moderate currents and good wind conditions, making them attractive for day cruises and training voyages. On the camera, you can see small motorboats and yachts moving across the waters, creating a vivid picture of maritime life.

What the Camera Shows

The Tunnell & Raysor live camera broadcasts a view of Lewes Yacht Club's waters in real time. In the frame is the wide waterway of Delaware Bay with moving and moored vessels. In the foreground, you can see the dock area with yacht and boat masts, the white waterfront buildings of the yacht club, as well as trees and vegetation on the far shore.

On the water, you can usually observe small motorboats moving across the waters, as well as sailing yachts belonging to club members. In the upper right corner of the broadcast is the sponsor's logo — the Tunnell & Raysor law firm. The camera operates around the clock, allowing you to observe the life of the yacht club at any time of day — from morning fog over the bay to evening lights at the dock.

The Lewes Yacht Club webcam is an opportunity to experience Delaware's maritime culture, watch the sailing life of the US Atlantic coast, and enjoy the views of one of America's oldest towns.