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

  • November 2026

    November 2026

    Happy Fall! We had a great Trick or Treat event with around 16 kids and 34+ houses participating. Now we’re looking forward to the Christmas Crawl in early December!


  • October 2026

    October 2026

    It’s October! The Crockpot Challenge was excellent, with many great entries. The winner in the savory category was Ronni Eshleman’s Creamy Hungarian Mushroom Soup and the winner in the sweet category was Donna Hogoboom’s Apple Crisp.


  • May 2026

    May 2026

    Don’t miss this year’s Spring Dinner! It’s the perfect chance to reconnect with your Birch Lake neighbors, share stories from the off-season, and celebrate the long-awaited return of lake days.