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The Way It Was – Detroit Yacht Club’s Women’s Swim Team, 1929

1929 To some, the summer pursuit of “going swimming” means simply lolling about in the water, floating on one’s back, or perhaps ensconced in an inner tube, quaffing a potent libation. But serious swimmers, like this group of naiads, take to the water as naturally and gracefully as porpoises. Diving off the pier of the Detroit Yacht Club on Belle Isle are these determined members of the club’s Women’s Swimming Team. In 1946, the club’s female members created the country’s first women’s sailing organization, racing the DYC’s catboats. Founded in 1868, the Detroit Yacht Club is celebrating its sesquicentennial in 2018. The current Mediterranean-style clubhouse was designed by George Mason (who also designed Detroit’s Masonic Temple and Mackinac Island’s Grand Hotel) in 1923. There is an indoor Olympic-size pool, festooned with Pewabic tile, as well as an outdoor Olympic pool first constructed in the 1960s and more than doubled in size by 1999. Sailing may be the club’s raison d’être, but swimming doesn’t rank far behind.

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Michigan Masters Swimming Regatta at the Detroit Yacht Club

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• 6 teams represented.
• 51 swimmers entered.
• 192 individual event splashes, 0 DQs, 14 scratches or no-shows.
• 4 relay event splashes, 0 DQs, 0 scratches or no-shows.

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Detroit Yacht Club: A Storied Legacy of Elegance and Community

Nestled along the picturesque shores of Belle Isle Park in the heart of Detroit, the Detroit Yacht Club (DYC) stands as a testament to the city’s rich maritime history. Established in 1868, the DYC is one of the oldest and most prestigious yacht clubs in the United States. Over the years, it has become an iconic symbol of elegance, camaraderie, and community. With its breathtaking views, historic architecture, and a deep-rooted passion for boating, the Detroit Yacht Club continues to captivate both locals and visitors alike.

The DYC boasts a magnificent clubhouse, an architectural gem that exudes timeless grandeur. Designed by renowned architect George D. Mason, the clubhouse showcases a unique blend of Georgian Revival and Colonial Revival styles. Its stately columns, intricate detailing, and sweeping verandas create an ambiance of refined sophistication. The clubhouse serves as a gathering place for members, offering a wide array of amenities including dining facilities, a swimming pool, tennis courts, and even a private marina for docking members’ yachts.

Beyond its remarkable architecture, the Detroit Yacht Club is renowned for its vibrant social scene and active boating community. Members share a passion for the open water, fostering a strong sense of camaraderie and friendship. The club organizes numerous regattas, sailing races, and boating events throughout the year, attracting sailors of all skill levels. Whether it’s competing in a race or simply cruising along the Detroit River, the DYC provides an unparalleled platform for boating enthusiasts to connect, learn, and indulge in their shared love for the water.

In addition to its boating and social activities, the Detroit Yacht Club plays a vital role in the local community. The club has a long-standing commitment to philanthropy, organizing various charitable events and fundraisers to support causes that benefit Detroit and its residents. From providing sailing opportunities to underprivileged youth to hosting educational programs on water safety, the DYC strives to make a positive impact beyond its membership. Moreover, the club has played a part in the revitalization of the Belle Isle Park, working closely with local authorities to preserve and enhance this cherished natural treasure.

As the Detroit Yacht Club enters its next century, it remains a beacon of elegance, unity, and maritime heritage. Its rich history, breathtaking clubhouse, and unwavering dedication to boating and community make it a true gem in Detroit’s cultural landscape. Whether one is an avid boater, a lover of history, or simply seeking a place to connect with like-minded individuals, the Detroit Yacht Club continues to offer an unparalleled experience. With its commitment to tradition and its eye towards the future, the DYC is poised to leave an indelible mark on the city’s landscape for generations to come.

Michigan Inter-Club Swimming Association

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The Michigan Inter-Club Swimming Association was formed in 1940 as a result of interest in competitive summer swimming by several area Clubs.   The league is comprised of 14 clubs from the Detroit area.  Click the club logo below to enlarge…

4033 W. Maple Rd., Bloomfield Hills, MI 48301 Phone: 248-646-5050 Fax: 248-646-8357

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220 Country Club Dr., Grosse Pointe Farms, MI 48236 Phone: 313-881-8000 Fax: 313-881-2090

http://www.ccofd.com/

800 N. Military, Dearborn, MI 48124 Phone: 313-561-0800 Fax: 313-561-3088

http://www.dearborncountryclub.net/

17911 Hamilton, Detroit, MI 48217 Phone: 313-345-4400 Fax: 313-345-5558

http://www.detroitgolfclub.org/

One Riverbank Road, Belle Isle, Detroit, MI 48207 Phone: 313-824-1200 Fax: 313-824-7962

http://www.dyc.com/

8399 Commerce Rd, Commerce, MI 48382 Phone: 248-363-7112 Fax: 248-363-7127

http://www.edgewoodcountryclub.org

777 Great Oaks Blvd., Rochester, MI 48306 Phone: 248-651-5200 Fax: 248-651-1345

http://www.greatoakscc.com/

9339 Bellevue, Grosse Ile, MI 48138 Phone: 734-676-1166 Fax: 734-676-6054

http://www.gigcc.com/

788 Lake Shore Dr., Grosse Pointe Shores, MI 48236 Phone: 313-884-2500 Fax: 313-884-7956

http://www.gpyc.org/

1018 Sunningdale, Grosse Pointe Woods, MI 48236 Phone: 313-886-1010 Fax: 313-886-0893

http://www.lochmoorclub.com/

3951 W. Maple, Bloomfield Hills, MI 48301 Phone: 248-644-2500 Fax: 248-644-2683

http://www.oaklandhillscc.com/

21631 Lahser Rd., Southfield, MI 48037 Phone: 248-357-5353 Fax: 248-356-5255

http://www.plumhollowcc.com/

2036 Rochester Rd., Royal Oak, MI 48073 Phone: 248-548-7500 Fax: 248-548-6106

http://www.redrungolfclub.com/

14600 Kinloch, Redford, MI 48239 Phone: 313-531-1240 Fax: 313-531-0079

http://www.westerngcc.com/

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Detroit Yacht Club Foundation    |    One Riverbank Rd  Detroit, MI 48207   |   (313) 757-5240

In addition to its primary mission to restore and preserve the historic clubhouse of the  Detroit Yacht Club, the DYC Foundation also provides educational opportunities for the public to visit and learn about this unique and architecturally significant structure on Belle Isle.  Free public tours are offered on scheduled dates each year.  Tour availability is publicized in various media, and reservations are made using Eventbrite.

As a result of the Covid-19 pandemic’s social distancing and other restrictions,  no tours are currently scheduled.  Once circumstances change so that tours can be safely offered, we will announce a limited schedule. 

​The photos below provide some representative interior views of the historic 1922 clubhouse.

How much does it cost to join the Detroit yacht club?

Answered by Marvin Ayala

I used to be a member of the Detroit Yacht Club (DYC), and I can share my personal experience regarding the cost of joining. The DYC offers different membership options, depending on whether you are a boating member or a non-boating social member.

For boating members, the cost is $390 per month. This fee covers the privilege of docking your boat at the club, but it does not include the annual cost of the boat slip. The annual cost of the boat slip varies depending on the size of your boat and the location of the slip within the marina. This additional cost can range from a few hundred dollars to several thousand dollars per year.

On the other hand, non-boating social members who are over the age of 35 pay a slightly lower fee of $365 per month. This membership type does not include the privilege of docking a boat at the club.

It is worth noting that these fees are subject to change, so it is always best to contact the Detroit Yacht Club directly for the most up-to-date information on membership costs.

Joining the Detroit Yacht Club as a boating member can cost $390 per month, plus the annual cost of the boat slip. Non-boating social members over the age of 35 pay a slightly lower fee of $365 per month.

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Fury as sludge cloud appears after storm drain release at Essex swimming beach

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A pilot has spoken of his anger at spotting a large brown patch form in the sea where his own children play and swim during the summer holidays after a release by a water company.

Popular Chalkwell Beach in Southend was swamped by an overflow discharge after intense weather battered the UK over the weekend.

Aerial images appear to show a massive pool of dark brown water forming off the coast on Sunday afternoon, where a boating Regatta was being held with children including a scout troop enjoying sailing races, according to locals.

Anglian Water said it was confident the released did not contain sewage, saying it was believed to be formed of silt and debris from a surface water outfall.

Chalkwell is a quiet stretch of sand lying in between the nightclubs, funfairs and casinos of Southend and the historic fishing village of Old Leigh.

It has been described as “a perfect spot for a good old fashioned, cheap as chips, bucket and spade holiday” by the tourist board.

But Pilot Mark Hutley, who took the images from his light aircraft, told The Independent : “It’s the worst I have seen. There was a regatta in the direction this cloud was going, and my own children play on this beach.

“This is supposed to be a swimming beach.”

He added: “I’ve been flying for 30 years over Southend and Kent and have never seen anything like it.

“I guess it’s normally difficult to see when there are waves but that day it was very still so it really stood out.

“It needs to stop. My children play there and so many people use the Thames, it just needs to stop. Look at it all on just one day.”

The Old Leigh Regatta, dating back to the 1880s, was being held at the same time as the discharge featuring sailing races between the Leigh Sailing Club & Essex Yacht Club and maritime demonstrations, tasters and displays, paying homage to the area’s rich fishing and boating legacy.

A second larger discharge was spotted off the Motney Hill Sewage works just a couple of miles away on the same coast.

Shah Haider, 51, formed Southend Against Sewage after a large sinkhole at Southend Sewage Treatment Works damaged the main sewer pipe spraying toilet roll, human waste and sanitary towels everywhere as he swam with his wife in 2021.

He pointed to nearby Thorpe Bay losing its blue flag after an e-Coli outbreak and said he was worried more blue flags would be lost costing tourist-based businesses millions of pounds annually.

He added: “People will stop coming here if we are S***end-on-Sea. You can’t forget that apart from amusements we have a 60-strong seal colony in the mudflats out at sea. We have seen porpoises washed up dead, we don’t know from illness or pollution.”

An Anglian Water spokesperson said they had self-reported the discharge to the Environment Agency.

She said: “We are confident that this was the result of a surface water outflow being triggered in response to the heavy rain and the discolouration is a result of stirred up silt and mud. As this was a modern surface water pipe and not a combined system, this would not contain any sewage.

“Overflows of all kinds are designed to prevent homes and businesses from flooding, and we’d expect to see discharges in wet weather like we saw in Southend yesterday (Sunday 8th September). We have spoken to the EA and the local council who confirm there is no evidence of any sewage.”

The Environment Agency have been approached for comment.

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