About BLYC

The Birch Lake Yacht Club is a 501(c)(7) non-profit organization with the goal of promoting and conducting sailboat racing and other water activities; preventing pollution in the lake, preserving navigation on the lake and maintaining the lake’s recreational desirability; and fostering good social relationships, sportsmanship and fellowship among Club members and their families. We are located in Vandalia, Michigan.

Supporting BLYC

Become a member of the Birch Lake Yacht Club, attend events, donate to the fireworks fund, support water quality, and more.


Recent Posts

  • May 2023

    May 2023

    Commodore’s Comments “April showers bring May flowers” is the old saying, but do they mean rain or snow showers? It was quite a shock to the system to be wearing tee shirts and shorts for a period of time, then wake up to 30 degree temps, fierce winds and snow on the boat. Talk about Midwest…

  • April 2023

    April 2023

    Commodore’s Comments Greetings Birch Lakers!  I have observed several piers in the lake which is a sure sign of things to come.  Hopefully you snowbirds are making plans to head back to our little slice of paradise, and returning just in time for the Spring dinner.  It will be held again at the Rock (see this issue…

  • March 2023

    March 2023

    Commodore’s Comments Greetings, Birch Lakers! Spring officially begins March 20. Hooray for spring! The weather here at Birch has been winter, spring, winter, winter, spring, spring, winter. I love the change of seasons, but I am so ready for budding trees, flowers, and sustained warm weather. How about you? After a three-year hiatus and an…