This year, we have a few changes up our sleeve for racing at the EYC. First, after high demand last year, we will be adding in our newest fleet to our racing series list. The RS Tera will be raced on Tuesday nights along with the Laser. The goal is to give all ages the opportunity to race on tis night. We will also be changing up which nights of the week some fleets are racing so please check the calendar for the new schedule.
2023 Regattas
We will again have 7 regattas this year, Fyr Ball Regatta(FS), Geezer-gatta (FS), Opti Regatta, 420 Regatta/Rich Hall Junior Regatta, Laser Regatta, Family Regatta, Women’s Regatta and of course, the 118th Ephraim Regatta. We will be opening up the 420 regatta to all ages this year. The regatta will also be a two-day event. We will keep a junior division to continue our Rich Hall Junior Regatta. We will also be moving the Women’s regatta to the afternoon on Thursday, August 3rd. Please check the CALENDAR for all the dates.
EYC racing starts on Saturday, June 10th. We have 5 different Fleets, Optis, RS Teras, 420s, Lasers and Flying Scots. The EYC weekday series is open to all members and club boats can be used. Boat Draw occurs one hour before race time.
With the addition of the RS Tera fleet, we have made changes to the race schedule, please take note.
Monday: 420/Opti
Tuesday: RS Tera/Laser
Thursday: Opti/Flying Scot
Friday: Laser/420
Saturday: Flying Scot
For more information check our website using this link EYC Racing/Regatta For any questions or if you are interested in volunteering to help grow our racing program, please reach out to Woody Heidler [email protected]
Opening Social
EYC Opening Social will be held on Saturday, June 10, 5:30pm on the dock! All adult members welcome. Blessing of the fleet ceremony begins at 5:30 p.m. followed by a remembrance of members who have passed at 5:45 p.m. The social begins at 6:00 p.m.
Beer, wine, Champagne and music provided. Please bring an appetizer to pass. Sorry, no pets allowed. Greeters, Bar Service and clean-up help needed. To volunteer, sign up HERE.
FYR Bal Pancake Breakfast
The EYC will once again be part of the FYR Bal Festival and will host the Pancake Breakfast at the Eprhaim Village Hall. This is a fun way to be part of the Ephraim community, be involved with the EYC and support a great cause, Sailing Scholarships for Door County youth. To Volunteer, sign up HERE
Yay! It’s here! Summer 2023 at the EYC starts this weekend! Members of our staff are already hard at work getting the club ready and our pre-season Clean-up day is this Saturday, May 27th. All members are invited to help, starting at 9:30 a.m. Burgers and hot dogs will be served for lunch. The club officially opens for the season on Monday, May 29th.
Join our crew
The EYC relies on volunteers to manage most of our activities. Throughout the season we have several social events, regattas and our pop-up shop in which volunteer help is needed! We encourage our returning and new members to check out all our listings; flip pancakes, sell merchandise, scoop ice cream, set marks and more! These events will be happening in the first few weeks of the season and need volunteers:
Opening Social, June 10th-Event Chairs- Mandy Miller and Barb Ziegler
Fyr Ball Pancake Breakfast, June 17th– Event Chairs- Jane Ford and Lisa Forsman
EYC Pop-up Shop on the Dock, Friday Mornings starting June 16th– Committee Chair- Geoff Werner
July 4th Ice Cream Social, July 4th– Event Chair- Jane Kennedy
For details on each volunteer opportunity or to sign-up use this link EYC Volunteering
Junior Activities, Wednesday Evenings starting June 14th– Event Chairs Susanna Mortara and Melissa Little
To sign-up to help with Junior activities use this linkJunior Activities
Looking for a few “Skippers”
We are currently looking for individuals to chair this year’s Commodore’s Cocktail Party and Rich Hall Junior Regatta. Additionally at the end of this season, we need a committee chair for EYC Merchandise. If you have interest or questions about these opportunities please reach out to Lisa Forsman, Hugh Haggerty, Lisa Gifford or Laura O’Rourke.
The EYC would like to thank Geoff Werner for his commitment to creating wonderful designs and ensuring our students, members and their families sported fabulous EYC merchandise over the last 3 years. Geoff spent an extensive amount time and consideration in preparing the new designs and products each summer. When you see Geoff on the dock setting up our Friday pop-up shop please thank him.
ARM Scholarship Fundraiser Tickets on Sale Now!
Buy tickets and learn about all the ways you can support the event using this link 2023 ARM Fundraiser
Get ready for a rockin’ good time on Friday, June 23, at the fabulous Gordon Lodge in Bailey’s Harbor!
You will Flip Your Lid over the 1950’s menu, drinks and desserts! Enjoy cocktails and appetizers on the delightful lawn overlooking the beautiful waters of North Bay. Move inside for a lovely dinner and dance to the great live 50’s music of Second Hand Stereo.
Supermurgitroid! These Live Auction items are gangbusters! They include a Boston Whaler 15” Harpoon Sailboat and Trailer, a private organ concert by Colin Welford followed by a champagne/tea reception at the Hillside. We also have a fabulous dinner or cocktail party by chef Chuck Spanbauer, several spectacular paintings by our favorite artists and so many more surprises! Get ready to bid big!
Let’s not forget the purpose of this Fabulous Fifties Gala; to raise money to provide our Door County youth the opportunity to learn to sail! With our help, they will be able to experience the wonderful opportunity of learning a lifelong sport/skill while enjoying the beauty of Eagle Harbor. The families are so very grateful and it helps the EYC to fulfill it’s mission and the continuity of the EYC sailing program. Additionally, we are sponsoring a new, much-needed instructor’s boat this summer.
So, grab your Shades and your Horn, jump in your Chariot and Burn Some Rubber for Gordon’s Lodge! Registration closes at midnight on June 8. Sign up early, you know this event will be Made in the Shade!
Buy tickets and learn about all the ways you can support the event using this link 2023 ARM Fundraiser
Dress: Creative 1950’s or Door County Summer Cocktail
EYC Lesson Expansion-Powerboat Skills and Adult classes
For those of you hoping EYC would add Powerboat skills and adult sessions for the summer, your wish has been fulfilled! EYC is excited to offer one week, afternoon sessions for both adult sailing and powerboat skills. These sessions will be available from June 26th thru August 4th.
EYC lessons mean more summertime hours on the EYC dock; learning new skills from one of EYC’s awesome instructors; spending time with friends and meeting new ones!! If you have questions about these sessions or our Learn-to-Sail program, please email us at [email protected]
Spring Clean-up Day/Opening Day
The EYC will open for the season on Memorial Day- Monday, May 29th. To prepare for the season, Spring Clean-up day will be held on Saturday, May 27th. All EYC members, family and friends are welcome to help us prepare the clubhouse and dock for the season. Join us on the dock starting at 9:30 a.m. Burgers and hot dogs will be served.
EYC 2023 Season Calendar
Summer isn’t summer unless you are on the dock at the EYC! Starting June 10th, we have many activities going on each week including racing on Eagle Harbor in Optis, 420s, Lasers, Scots and Terras; playing Bridge or Bunco in the clubhouse; socials and fundraisers. To learn more about all the activities at the EYC use this link to our 2023 Calendar
Don’t forget as a member you can use a club boat. Please email [email protected] to reserve a boat.
While our database has not been hacked, please be advised that scammers frequently pose as the Commodore, Treasurer, or other individuals listed on our website in emails directed to specific recipients, whose contact info is also listed on the website. They attempt to trick the recipient out of money, or gift cards, etc.
They use our names and other information available on our website to make themselves sound credible-ish. The email address is often incorrect, but the more sophisticated scammers “spoof” the address, making it appear correct, so that isn’t a sure way to sniff them out.
They will also try to create a sense of urgency. Maybe some reason why it needs to be addressed “discretely.” If in doubt, call the supposed sender.
Definitely do NOT click on links in a suspect email, or open attachments. Pick up the phone. Call the sender before investigating further. I think that is the safest bet.
The EYC is saddened to learn of the passing of longtime EYC member Charles “Chuck” Tencate on September, 2022. The EYC extends their condolences to Chucks’ wife Lana and all his family and friends.
Can you feel it? The sun is rising sooner and the days are getting longer. Summer is coming. Get ready for the 2023 Season and renew now.
When renewing your membership, please check that your address, email and telephone numbers on your account are correct If no changes are needed, kindly leave everything formatted as is for the directory. If you noticed anything incorrectly listed on your Club Express account, please email [email protected] and let us know what needs to be added, corrected or deleted. We will make the changes to your account to verify your information is formatted correctly for the printed directory.
If you need assistance in anyway, please email Lisa Gifford at [email protected]
Early Bird rates for 2023
Senior membership dues $210
Single Membership dues $210
Family Membership dues $235
Student Membership dues $85
You may also mail a check payable to EYC. Please postmark by Feb 28th to take advantage of early bird rates and mail to:
The EYC is saddened by the passing of EYC member Elizabeth (Betsy) Revenaugh. Betsy was a passionate and positive person who loved Door County. Having learned to sail and windsurf as a teenager, Betsy took EYC’s Adult Sailing Class with enthusiasm. Along with her daughter, Elli, who took lessons for years, she enjoyed spending time on the dock. She will be dearly missed.
The EYC offers their condolences to Betsy’s family and friends. Betsy’s obituary can be found HERE
