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Welcome to Bayview Yacht Club, one of the most storied and historical sailing clubs in the nation. Founded in 1915 in a small boathouse on Motorboat Lane, Bayview moved to our current location at 100 Clairpointe Street in 1935. In June of 2021 Bayview completed a state of the art 12,791 square foot, $5 million clubhouse featuring multiple restaurants, two bars, flexible banquet space, and a second story deck for outdoor dining. The clubhouse takes full advantage of the water’s edge location with panoramic views of Belle Isle, Downtown Detroit, and Canada. Our new clubhouse has been specifically designed as a first-class venue to promote daily camaraderie, the expansion of membership, and the sport of sailing.
Membership Advantages
Award winning, world class
junior sailing program
Competitive racing opportunities from fun local fleets to world championship regattas
Cruising activities with organized outings for all skill levels to local and regional destinations
Spectacular range of dining and bar facilities
Wine Dinners, Seminars, and Special Events to engage members year round
Reciprocal club membership opportunities
Membership Application Process
Membership categories are based on sailing experience and age. If you are an experienced sailor, you may apply for membership in the class that is appropriate to your age. Prospective members with limited or no sailing experience may apply as a Supporting Member starting at the age of 27.
Supporting Membership carries all rights of Active membership with the exception of voting, election to a Board of Governors position, and seasonal well rental while allowing the member to gain valuable sailing experience that will qualify them for Active membership in the future.
Approval of membership requires endorsement by three current Bayview members as well as two current Board members. If you are not acquainted with any Bayview members, not to worry - our Membership Committee will work with you to make introductions.
Bayview Yacht Club has a wonderful facility, an incredible membership and staff that encourage and foster interest in all aspects of sailing. If you would like to be a part of the tradition, and are ready to apply, please complete our
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Membership Contact:
Communications & Membership Manager
Tracy Rose
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313-822-1853 ext. 100
Membership Chairperson
Jeff Putnam
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SAILING AND RACING
Award Winning Junior Sailing Program
Adult Learn to Sail Program
Winter Sailing and Seamanship Seminars
Club Boat Fleet: Hosted Events, Member Use Programs, Member Event Charters
Collegiate Sailing Events
Helly Hansen Sailing World Regatta - Detroit
Bayview Mackinac Race (Port Huron to Mackinac)
Thursday Night “Off the Dock” Races
International Match Racing Events
Long Distance and North Channel Races
Crew Exchange
Women on the Water
Summer Boat Wells and Dry Sailing Storage
Winter Boat Storage (outdoor)
Two Small Hoists for Dry Sail (5,000 LB Capacity)
One Large Crane Servicing Boats up to 42’
DINING ROOM, BAR AND CATERING
Riverfront View
Outdoor Patio Dinning
New Second Floor Bar and Dining Facility
New Second Floor Veranda Overlooking the River
Holiday Parties
Business Luncheons and Meetings
Weddings, Showers, Private Dining, and Family Celebrations
Special Events (Up to 250 people)
NON-SAILING ACTIVITIES
Kayak Storage and Events
Summer Golf League
Winter Pond Hockey
Early Spring Fishing
Spring Walleye Fishing Tournament
Live Music
Social Events by the River
Holiday Parties and Activities
FAMILY ACTIVITIES
Easter Brunch
Mother’s Day Brunch
Father’s Day and Fleet Review
Barbeques
Junior Sailing Regatta
Kids Halloween Party
Kids Christmas Party
Family Christmas Dinner
Kids Movie Nights
New Youth Activity Room
Family Photo Day