Welcome to the Sodus Bay Yacht
Club website!
On
these pages you will find descriptive information regarding the Sodus
Bay Yacht Club (SBYC) and beautiful Great Sodus Bay, as well as links
to other points of interest in the Sodus Point, NY area.
Our
SBYC was founded in 1893, 117 years ago and is one of the oldest yacht
clubs on Lake Ontario. SBYC has a well deserved reputation as one of
the friendliest clubs on both sides of the lake with a proud heritage
rooted in a strong boating tradition. We have an active racing program
that challenges our club racing fleet. We also play host to a number of
annual and occasional special regattas open to other yacht clubs. In
June we host our Challenge Cup Regatta which is growing in
participation each year with boats from around the Lake coming to SBYC
for the great weekend of high level racing. Our cruising fleet (sail
and power) regularly travel to other ports near and far, both in
flotilla fashion and in smaller groups visiting other yacht clubs. SBYC
has provided a small fleet of four “Ideal 18” full keel sailboats,
available to our members that don’t currently own a boat or to other
members that just want to sail a smaller boat on the bay.
When
not on the water, our members enjoy all the benefits of a full social
calendar. In the spring members host “Early Bird” dinners, while in the
fall “Die Hard” club dinners are hosted. Our traditional Memorial Day
sail pass, blessing of the fleet, and brunch is a popular event; as
well as the 4th of July Fun Race which is open to all sailors on Great
Sodus Bay. SBYC is a cooperative club where all hands pitch in on
social and work related events; this is another great way to socialize
with your fellow members while helping to hold down the expenses of the
club. Every year we host other family and community events, you’ll find
information on these and other club activities here on the website.
As
you explore our website I’m sure you’ll quickly understand why we have
become a must stop destination for cruising and racing boats on Lake
Ontario. The clubhouse boasts a full bar and the restaurant for your
dining pleasure. We are located just a short walk to shops, sights,
beaches, and public restaurants in Sodus Point. If your travels bring
you to Great Sodus Bay at Sodus Point, NY we invite you to stop by the
club and discover for yourself what SBYC experience is all about!
Commodore Dave Parker
(SBYC Home)
