AYC Sponsors
We Value Our Sponsors & Partners
Support provided by corporations and businesses allows for the development and implementation of AYC racing programs, activities and resources. These alliance partnerships make it possible for sailors and sailboat owners to receive an outstanding array of resource tools, education and workshops.
For more information on the opportunity to become a Sponsor contact us. Upcoming Events
Commodore’s Ball – 2024
2023 Updates
North Cape Yacht Club
has offered to all Officers and Members of Albatross Yacht Club, the privileges of their Club Facilities for the season 2023
AYC Recognition Corner
From Past Commodore: Bradley R. Scott
“It is my duty, and pleasure, to recognize our AYC member and Past Commodore
for having received the “Hall of Fame” award from DRYA.
This award recognizes years of excellence in the sailing community through participation in racing, and with DRYA.
Michael does a great job in promoting races and events here in Anchor Bay (ABYRA) as well as for the rest of the lake, participates in many races, sponsoring, supporting and helping anyway he can.
Sail with AYC
AYC is a sailboat racing club. We sail in Anchor Bay on northern Lake St. Clair. In association with the Anchor Bay Yacht-Racing Association (ABYRA), we manage our Tuesday Night Twilight Race Series, and also sponsor several Invitational races.
Racing
Sharpen your sailing skills sailing with AYC in Anchor Bay.
Become a member
Learn to sail and race with AYC members. Enjoy great events and privileges
Complete Calendar
Go to the complete Calendar of Events
News from the Sailing World
- Whale ‘pingers’ trialled to deter orcas
An Edinburgh-based company is trialling a new acoustic device with the aim to deter orca from 'attacking' yachts as problems continue off the Portuguese coastOrcas can live in all oceans of the world and are the second most widely distributed mammal on earth. Photo: Mike Korostelev/Getty A new acoustic deterrent device is to be tested in the waters off Portugal to see if it will deter …Continue reading » The post Whale ‘pingers’ trialled to deter orcas appeared first on Yachting World.
- Sailing to the most remote islands in the world amid ice and snow
Charter skippers Mark van de Weg and Caroline Theoret embarked on a voyage for themselves – to the most remote islands of the Southern Atlantic, Indian Ocean and Pacific It’s five years since our first voyage to Antarctica and we need a break from chartering to the Antarctic Peninsula. …Continue reading » The post Sailing to the most remote islands in the world amid ice and snow appeared first on Yachting World.
- 10 must-read tips for Bluewater cruising
After a decade aboard his yacht bluewater cruising, Joshua shankle shares his 10 top tips gained over 10 years on the water Bluewater cruising can be a transformative journey, filled with remarkable moments and unforgettable adventures. But challenges come hand in hand …Continue reading » The post 10 must-read tips for Bluewater cruising appeared first on Yachting World.
- Amazing rescue: Ocean 50 trimaran sails home on one float
Luke Berry and Antoine Joubert were racing in the Transat Jacques Vabre when their Ocean 50 trimaran suddenly dismasted and lost its port float. In an extraordinary rescue effort, Berry and Joubert were able to not only save the boat, but then sail it home to St Malo under jury rig, on just one float: proa-style DCIM100MEDIADJI_0976.JPG Luke Berry and his co-skipper Antoine Joubert were competing in the Transat Jacques Vabre on the Ocean 50 trimaran Le …Continue reading » The post Amazing rescue: Ocean 50 trimaran sails home on one float appeared first on Yachting World.
- How to turbo-charge a round the world racer
Pip Hare on how she’s turbocharged her IMOCA 60 Medallia ahead of next year’s Vendée Globe, the ultimate race for any singlehanded offshore sailor Ahead of me, the bow of Medallia is pointing at the sky. This is not poetic license; I am actually …Continue reading » The post How to turbo-charge a round the world racer appeared first on Yachting World.
Past Event
ALBATROSS YACHT CLUB COMMODORE'S BALL
Thank you for attending AYC Annual Commodore’s Ball on Saturday, Feb 4th at the Clinton Township. It was a great success.
History of AYC
Why to Become a AYC Member
If you’ve ever watched the sailboats on Great Lakes and wished you were on board enjoying the air breezes on beautiful Lake St. Clair, Albatross Yacht Club can make your dreams come true.
Throughout history sailing has been instrumental in the development of civilization, for it has afforded humanity greater mobility for trade, transport, leisure and overall discovery and adventure.
Whether you are an expert sailor, a beginner or simply curious and want to get in touch with this marvelous sport, Albatross Yacht Club is the place you want to be.
Albatross Yacht Club is a group of passionate people who together enjoy the benefits of being part of a recognized club that caters the needs of boaters through a vast choice of organized events that range from sailing races to social events throughout the whole sailing season.
Check out our 2022 Events Calendar!
Subscribe to be part of our Top Gun Twilight Spring and Summer race or simply enjoy ABYRA Night Race Series or any other of our events.
Fun, adrenaline and great people are waiting to welcome you to the Team!
Albatross Yacht Club
Membership Privileges
$100 off at Lambrecht Marine!
Are you looking for a great spot to moor your boat?
You found your place!
Lambrecht Marina is offering to all the new 2023 boater $100 off plus another 100$ off if you join AYC! Become part of the AYC family with the comfort of the best corner in St Clair Lake at Lambrecht Marine
Reciprocity with North Cape Yacht Club
We now share reciprocity with North Cape Yacht Club. Next to Toledo Beach Marina, 11850 Toledo Beach Rd. LaSalle, MI 48145
(734) 242-5081
