Safe Harbor Sandusky Open House
Feb
22
11:00 AM11:00

Safe Harbor Sandusky Open House

Safe Harbor Sandusky Marina is having their annual open house, and we’re one of the stops!

Come up to the marina, hang out at the clubhouse, and welcome potential new members!! HBYC is planning to provide some snacks and likely some cocktails.

If you’re interested in volunteering, please get in contact with Commodore Sean Leengran, we could definitely use some extra help and volunteers.

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AYC Bus Trip
Mar
8
9:30 AM09:30

AYC Bus Trip

We’re partnering with our friends from All Ports Yacht Club for another fun-filled bus trip, and will be visiting 3 of our fellow AYC clubs. Cooley Canal , Nugent’s Canal, and Ottawa River Yacht Clubs.

Pickup will be from the Comfort Inn in Sandusky on Rt. 250 at 930 AM.

$50 per person, (which includes drinks and snacks). Payment is due on 2/24.

There is a group rate discount at the Comfort Inn hotel for those who plan to stay overnight that’s good on both Friday and Saturday nights.

Contact Rick Billheimer to sign up!

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Sailing Race #2:  Stein Hospice Race in the Bay
Jul
19
9:30 AM09:30

Sailing Race #2: Stein Hospice Race in the Bay

HBYC’s Second and Most Popular Sailing Race, to benefit Stein Hospice in Sandusky OH.

Skipper Meeting 9:30am

Race Starts @ Noon.

Pursuit race format with start time assigned

  • Planned 6-12nm courses around Sandusky Bay

  • One design classes are welcome

  • Special social and dinner in the evening

  • Flags will be presented to top three in each division

  • Overall winner will be awarded the Stein Hospice Cup and will qualify for the 2026 National Regatta

For more details, contact Larry Hurst, Racing Committee Chair

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I-LYA Powerboat Regatta
Jul
23
to Jul 27

I-LYA Powerboat Regatta

  • Put In Bay Yacht Club & DeRivera Park (map)
  • Google Calendar ICS

Powerboaters unite!


The 132nd Annual I-LYA Powerboat Regatta will be hosted at Put In Bay from Wednesday July 23-Sunday July 27th. The event hosts docking competitions, races, games, food, and of course, entertainment and beverages.

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Cruise #5:  Vermilion
Aug
29
to Sep 1

Cruise #5: Vermilion

  • Vermilion Municipal Docks (map)
  • Google Calendar ICS

Join us for our annual tradition of cruising to Vermilion! Enjoy a few days in this picturesque waterfront town with great food, shopping and entertainment! We’ve got the entire Waterworks City dock reserved, with additional slips at McGarvey’s Landing as a standby. Stay tuned for more information!

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AYC 2025 Winter Ball
Feb
14
to Feb 16

AYC 2025 Winter Ball

  • Sheraton Detroit Metro Airport (map)
  • Google Calendar ICS

Join all of our new AYC friends at the annual AYC Winter Ball in Detroit MI! Two full days of food, fun and entertainment await. 2025’s theme is Jimmy Buffett/Margaritaville. There will be live entertainment, and more food and drinks than you can imagine! For more information, get in touch with our AYC Delegates Rick Billheimer and Brian Homer!

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HBYC Winter Rendezvous & Change of Watch Ceremony
Jan
31
to Feb 2

HBYC Winter Rendezvous & Change of Watch Ceremony

  • Maumee Bay Lodge & Conference Center (map)
  • Google Calendar ICS

Our annual Winter Rendezvous Weekend is scheduled for Friday January 31 - Sunday Feb 2nd, and will be held at Maumee Bay Lodge and Conference Center. This year’s theme is “Around the World By Sea”.

Watch your email for an itinerary, which will include an optional bus trip to a fellow nearby AYC Yacht Club for afternoon enjoyment before the ceremony on Saturday.

Saturday night will feature a buffet meal (see email for ticket information), cash bar, the traditional Change of Watch ceremony welcoming our new Commodore Sean Leengran, and live entertainment from Jordan & Josh.

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Social #5:  A & F Dock
Sep
14
6:00 PM18:00

Social #5: A & F Dock

Our fifth and final social will be hosted by A & F Docks.

F & A Dock's "Tailgate Party" will provide hot dogs, bratwursts and smoked sausages with a plethora of toppings, Macaroni and Cheese, Salad & Desserts. Please feel free to wear items supporting your favorite sports team to get into the tailgating spirit!  Jamey Leigh will be providing the entertainment outside, so let's close out the season with a great time! 

Cost is $7 per person, please try to sign up prior to the event in the clubhouse so we can get a good headcount.  If you're unable to make it to the clubhouse this weekend to sign up, send an email to leengran@gmail.com and we'll get you on the list!

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Safe Harbor Marina Christmas in July Dock Crawl
Jul
27
1:00 PM13:00

Safe Harbor Marina Christmas in July Dock Crawl

Join us for Safe Harbor Marina’s 2nd Annual Christmas in July Dock Crawl! Participants on each dock will have a signature beverage and snack at their boats. Get a chance to try new beverages and snacks, and more importantly, meet and greet our Marina neighbors! Music will be provided on the lawn. More details to follow.

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Sailing Race #2:  Race in the Bay for Stein Hospice
Jul
20
12:00 PM12:00

Sailing Race #2: Race in the Bay for Stein Hospice

Sailing Race #2: Race in the Bay for Stein Hospice

One of the largest races of the season! Make sure and visit our Racing page for all the details, and registration info!

Race in the afternoon, stay for the social, enjoy the BBQ, beverages, live entertainment until 10pm!

Special Commemorative UV Shirts will be available to purchase for participants and supporters, and portions of all sales of food, merchandise and beverages will benefit the Stein Hospice Organization.

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Extended Cruise #1:  Leamington to Lake St. Clair
Jun
28
to Jul 11

Extended Cruise #1: Leamington to Lake St. Clair

  • Harbor Bay Yacht Club (map)
  • Google Calendar ICS

Join us on our Extended Cruise, from Leamington-Ontario, Canada to visit the following ports:

Windsor Yacht Club - 7/2-7/4

William G. Millike Marina - 7/4-7/5

Lake St. Clair MetroPark Marina - 7/5-7/8

Grosse Point Yacht Club - 7/8-7/11

Ford Yacht Club - 7/11-7/12


Cruise will meet up with HBYC Cruise # 4 @ Middle Bass Island for the Music Fest on 7/12

More Details to Follow, stay tuned!

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