All posts by Dave Dammann

Channel Dredging Approved! – posted

Great News! We have received the dredge permit from EGLE and so we, in conjunction with BCYC are moving forward to hire Savin Lake Services, Inc. to perform the dredge project. The entrance to our channel will be dredged to a depth of 7′.

Timing – Savin’s goal is to complete the project prior to Memorial Day 2023. If you have any questions please reach out to the Commodore or Operations Director.

America’s Boating Course – starting April 26, 2023 – posted

AMERICA’S BOATING COURSE
Covering the Fundamentals of Safe Boating, Federal and State Laws, Equipment,
Finding your way, Charts, Adverse Conditions, Communications, Knots/Lines, More
***Course qualifies the applicant for the Michigan Boater Certification***

Classes will be held on Thursday nights from 7-9 pm for five weeks and will start on

Wednesday, April 26, 2023

Location: Bay Landscaping
1630 SE Boutell Rd., Essexville, MI
Cost: $ 40/student including an excellent manual.

$60/couple sharing manual.

The classroom setting encourages extensive dialog in which the instructor can transfer much of
his boating experience to the student.

Individuals with interest please contact:
Craig Murchison, 989-295-0810, cbmurch2@gmail.com

or

Rich Spitzer, 989-397-7844, rspitzer54@gmail.com

Select Link to see Flyer regarding class – America’s Boating Course

Annual Shareholders Meeting – Saturday April 29, 2023 – posted

Our annual shareholders meeting will take place on Saturday April 29, 2023, at 9:00 am. Coffee and doughnuts will be provided.

After the meeting we will need volunteers to help get out the picnic tables, grills, and other items required to get the club ready for the coming season.

Please plan to attend if possible.

Fall Hailor – Special Edition

We have a lot of activity going on this Fall at SSYC. Please see the list of activities and click on the link at the bottom to learn more.

  • Rip-rap repair
  • Club closing work party on Saturday 10/22 – Please attend if at all possible
  • Club closing and water/electric shut off dates
  • 2023 Assessment Set

Special Edition – Fall Hailor

Two Boat Handling Courses starting in October, 2022

American Boating Club of Saginaw Bay is offering two courses this fall stating in October. One course will meet on Wednesday nights starting 10/12/22 for six weeks at 7 PM. The other course will be held on Thursday nights starting 10/20/22 at 7 PM. Please select the links below to learn more about the courses and sign up information.

ABC Five Week Course

ABC Six Week Course

SSYC Rip-Rap Renovations starting Mid-October

Rip-rap repairs are going to commence at the club this fall around the middle of October. Please note that if your dock is on the list there are some action items required by the owner to prepare the area for the renovation.

Select the following link for more information and to see if your dock is on the list – Rip-Rap Repair 2022