Put-in-Bay Yacht Club Events
Upcoming events
Winter Doldrums
Let’s get together during our long winter apart! Join us in Sandusky for an open board meeting followed by planning for 2023 and beyond. For those staying in the area or at the Best Western, there will be an informal get-together Friday evening. A light lunch will be provided before the meeting on Saturday. We have reservations for a group dinner at Sandusky Yacht Club on Saturday night. Contact the hotel directly for reservations. Use the link below to RSVP for the SYC dinner (by Feb. 2) and to give us an idea of how many to expect for lunch.
Christmas Decorating Party
Deck the halls with boughs of holly…!
We need to spread the Christmas cheer inside the clubhouse. Join us to decorate our tree and Bayview room. Bring an ornament to share!
OSU vs Michigan football
Come cheer on our favorite Buckeye team (or maybe that team up north if you prefer!) We will have food specials, bar will be open and maybe some cornhole outside if the weather is nice.
Friendsgiving
Let’s celebate our friends, family and the holiday! We will provide the Turkey, we ask that our members and guests bring side dishes to share. $ Donations accepted.
Member Appreciation- Lights Off Party
We can’t have a great year without our Members. We appreciate you! Let’s end the season with our Member Appreciation Party as we turn off the cupola light. Drink specials and complimentary food. *This event is for members only.
Trivia Night
2nd Annual Fall Trivia Night! Bring your “smartest” group of friends (or come solo) and compete against other teams to see who knows the most!
Change of Watch
Change of Watch Dinner and Ceremony
Come celebrate the great season as we thank our outgoing 2022 Commodore Jeff Berquist and board members, and welcome in our New 2023 Commodore Steve Harris and board members. Cocktails at 5:30, Dinner at 6:30. Menu to be announced soon. Reservations Required.
Memorial Day Service
Join our flag officers and members as we recognize and pay our respects to our Military, Public Services, family, and friends who have passed.
Burger Night!
Best deal on the island. Our most popular tradition. Discounted burger special, plus all the menu, and all of your friends! Happens every Thursday!
"Souper Douper" Soup Cook off
Prepare your best soup to compete against other members for the sought-after Golden Ladle. Competition starts at 630 pm.
If making soup isn’t your thing, come down and help taste test. Winner will be picked by popular vote!
Winter Doldrums Dinner at SYC- POSTPONED
EVENT POSTPONED. More information to come soon.
PIBYC is excited to have the opportunity to visit one of our local I-LYA clubs for dinner on Saturday, January 15, 2022. Join us at Sandusky Yacht Club for dinner at 6:00.
Reservations and payment to PIBYC required for dinner. Drinks will be on your own. Reminder, SYC is cash-free so bring your PIBYC membership card and a credit card if you plan to enjoy a cocktail or two.
Payment can be made via credit card after submitting reservation. If you prefer to pay by check, please mail to PIBYC PO Box 51 Put in Bay, OH 43456
Rolling Raffle 2022
Tickets are now available for the 2022 Rolling Raffle, a unique weekly opportunity to win cash and prizes while supporting the Club. Drawings continue through July 16th!
$100/ticket, available by filling out this form: Purchase your ticket here!
First drawing January 15th at the Winter Doldrums
Weekly drawings of $50 announced on Facebook
Other additional prizes
27 weekly ticket drawings
Tickets can win more than once
All tickets included in $5,000 Grand Prize drawing, July 16th @ PIBYC
New Year's Eve Party
We’re throwing out all the PIBYC Wintertime expectations and opening our doors for a New Year’s Eve dinner and party.
Start the evening with some cocktails, stay for a delicious beef tenderloin dinner, stay longer for live music by Lucas Guy, and then cap the night off with a champagne toast at midnight!
Dinner will require reservations. Make your reservations here: RSVP
Member Appreciation Party
It’s the end of the season, and we wouldn’t be here without our fantastic members! Come down and enjoy complimentary food and drink specials. This event is Members Only.
Change of Watch 2021
Join us as we recognize and honor our 2021 Commodore Marcia Ashley, swear in our new flag officers and trustees, and celebrate a great year.
Cocktails begin at 5:30 PM, dinner at 6:30 PM
Dinner is $50/person and reservations are required
RSVP by Monday, September 27th.
online: https://forms.gle/NM1jzHNfJionio688
by phone: 419-285-4505
"First" Great Loop
Take a walk down a little nautical history lane with us on September 25th as we learn about the first motorboat to do the Great Loop in 1905. The trek ended at Put-in-Bay as Mr. Matthews wanted to be here in time for the 12th annual I-LYA Regatta.
Open to anyone who wants to come!
International Order of the Blue Gavel Reception
Private Reception for the International Order of the Blue Gavel.
I-LYA Power Regatta
PIBYC hosts the Inter - Lake Yachting Association Junior and Senior Power Regatta. Daily competitions, social events and fun to be had by all involved.
I-LYA Senior Sail Regatta
PIBYC hosts one of the oldest Regattas in the country. Join us in the evenings from 5-9 pm for social events, or to volunteer. Come celebrate the camaraderie, sportsmanship and competition.
Freedom Dinner
Join us on Sunday, July 4th at 4 pm as we host our annual Freedom Dinner in honor of the 4th of July. The Fireworks are scheduled to take place this year, so come enjoy one of the best views from our patio. We will have games and other activities so bring the family.
New Member Reception
As the Chair of the Membership and Communications Committee, on behalf of myself, the Flag Officers, Board of Trustees and existing members, we would like to welcome all members to come to the club on July 3rd, 2021 from 10:00 AM to 11:30 AM to meet our newest members. If you are new member, please join us for complimentary mimosa’s and breakfast refreshments. Bring your blue slip from your new membership packet to receive your free burgee. We are looking forward to meeting everyone.
Scott Owens
PIBYC Trustee/Membership Chair
Mayfly Fest
Join us for live music with local music legend Alex Bevan, a secret family recipe of “Mayfly Stew” aka Onion Soup, drink specials, food specials, and a special costume contest! The Mayflys are coming whether we like it or not, so we may as well party!