Our members become part of the South Shore Boat Club Family. Not only do we come together at the Club, but we also are together outside of the Club. Peru, Illinois

The Southern Shore Yacht Club (SSYC or Club) is a powerboating organization in Chicago, IL, which enjoys a reputation driven by our club values to promote safe boating, camaraderie, community service. Today, the large Cape Cod clubhouse in the inner harbor at Jackson Park on Chicago’s South Side, plays host to visiting yachtsmen from across Lake Michigan. The inner harbor is widely recognized as one of the safest and most beautiful harbors on the lake’s southern shore. Chicago, Illinois

Starved Rock Yacht Club (SRYC) is a members-only boat club located just up-river from Starved Rock State Park, accessible from Dee Bennett Road, west of Naplate. We’re privileged to be located along one of the most beautiful spots on the Illinois River between the bluffs of Buffalo Rock and, of course, beautiful Starved Rock. Being a "private club" doesn’t mean we’re exclusive or unwelcoming. To the contrary, our structure, membership – and ownership – are keys to what makes SRYC such a great place to visit. Everybody contributes their unique skills – a formula that’s worked since the Club’s humble beginnings. Ottawa, Illinois

Sunrise Ridge Boat Club is a private boat club. Our membership is exclusive to the residents of Sunrise Ridge in Wonder Lake, IL. We provide an opportunity for our small pleasure boating enthusiasts. We provide knowledge, dockage, programs, and other conveniences for members, and we have the unique ambience of a club. Our goal is to become a family oriented boat club that can provide a variety of social events and programs available to our members and local Sunrise Ridge residents to attend. Wonder Lake, Illinois

Tradewinds Marina/Yacht Club welcomes you and your family as our friends in boating for the day, the weekend or a lifetime. The Tradewinds Marina/Yacht Club started as a dream in 2004 to make a difference for boaters on Carlyle Lake, now 10 years ago and has grown every since. The marina and the club host a variety of boaters, their boats and our friends, offering slips, a club, a clubhouse, rentals and services the best on the lake so far. Tradewinds comradely is our strength, as everyone is interested in having fun, helping each other and sharing the best of boating. Keyesport, Illinois

We are a club sport at the University of Chicago and a proud member of the MCSA. Membership is open to all interested members of the University of Chicago community, from complete novices to experienced racers - landlubbers to old salts. Chicago, Illinois

Founded in 1927, the club offers many boating and social events including racing, sailing lessons for juniors & adults, and a restaurant. Known as the 'Friendliest Yacht Club on Lake Michigan', we offer racing, cruising, sailing lessons, Club boats, parties and more. Waukegan, Illinois

Wide Waters Yacht Club is a family friendly and fun group that gets together to share the love of boating through several events throughout the boating season. As a member of the IRBBA (Illinois River Basin Boating Association), we are active in supporting other members in other clubs throughout the area, enjoying the camaraderie of fellow boating enthusiasts. Starved Rock Marina, Ottawa, Illinois

The Wilmette Harbor Club, located north of Chicago on Lake Michigan, includes a clubhouse with both indoor and outdoor dining, a gas dock, and mooring for several hundred boats. Since 1929 the Wilmette harbor's Sheridan Shore Yacht Club has hosted sailboat fleet racing during the summer months. Wilmette harbor is also home to the Sheridan Shore Sailing School for both adults and children. Please note today the Sheridan Shore Yacht Club and Wilmette Harbor are one entity titled the Wilmette Harbor Club. Wilmette, Illinois

A group of slip holders at North Point Marina formed the club in 1994. The club offers programs for racing, cruising, social activities, educational seminars, and youth sailing. We offer many activities for all ages, for both Power and Sail enthusiasts, a community lifestyle, not only during the summer, but throughout the year with monthly membership meetings and activities for all ages! Winthrop Harbor, Illinois

The Winthrop Harbor Yacht Club, located in North Point Marina in Winthrop Harbor, IL, is the place for people with a passion for boating. Whether you're new to boating or a seasoned boater, the Winthrop Harbor Yacht Club is for you! Our vibrant organization is for Power, Sail, and Performance enthusiasts with educational classes, theme parties, organized cruises and social activities throughout the year for members of all ages. Open 365 days a year for our members, the Winthrop Harbor Yacht Club is the perfect complement to your North Point Marina boating experience. Winthrop Harbor, Illinois

The Wonder Lake Yacht Club was founded in 1941 and was the first social organization in Wonder Lake. Each summer the club offers an exciting array of social activities along with it's Sunday and Holiday C Scow racing schedule, so there is something for everyone, sailors and non-sailors alike. Wonder Lake, Illinois