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WHITE LAKE YACHT CLUBRULES |
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1. Membership is limited to three hundred thirty paid memberships plus any elected honorary memberships.
1. a married couple with or without dependent children
2. a single parent with dependent children
b. Single membership is for an unmarried individual with no dependents.
c. Senior membership is for a couple or single person who:
1. Has 10 or more years of continuous membership (beginning in 2007)
2. Is at least 70 years old.
3. Will not be eligible to apply for special guest status.
b. Members with delinquent dues on the March 15th shall forfeit their membership.
b. House guests of a member will be extended guest privileges for no more than seven days
c. Guests must be accompanied by a member
b. Child's parents must live outside Muskegon County.
c. Child's parents will not be in the White Lake area for any period or periods that will total 7 days during the season.
d. Child must be living with the member and be the member's responsibility.
7. All reaffiliations must pay the required fee.
Clubhouse Rules
2. Operation hours are 9:00 a.m. until 9:00 p.m. Sunday through Thursday, 9:00 am until 10:00 pm Friday and Saturday. Hours may change at the beginning and end of the season or as noted for scheduled functions.
3. No smoking within the Club building. Smoking is allowed in the outside areas and the upstairs porch.
4. Anchor Room - Coupon books may be purchased from the Club Manager but are not refundable for cash.
5. Individuals are not permitted to sell items at the Club without prior approval of the Executive Committee.
6. No wet swimming suits or clothes in the clubhouse, except in the dressing rooms. After swimming, use outside doors to dressing rooms.
7. Do not dispose of any solid materials in toilets.
8. Michigan Liquor Control Commission regulations regarding sale and use of alcoholic beverages shall be observed at all times:
b. No alcoholic beverages will be sold to anyone under the age of 21.
c. All persons are required to identify themselves or show proof of age upon request of the Manager or the staff.
d. Only alcoholic beverages purchased at the club will be allowed on the premises or in the Clubhouse at any time.
10. Any White Lake Yacht Club function which involves the use of liquor or wine, must be a scheduled Club function approved by the Board of Directors.
11. Pets must remain aboard boats, or be walked on a leash. Pets may not be tied to anything on the property. Pets should be curbed at the top of the hill east of the parking area.
12. Reservations for social functions:
b. Payment is due when reservations are made.
Pool Rules
Hours of Operation
Adult Swim 4:00 pm - 5:00 pm Monday - Friday (except Holidays),
General Rules
2. No smoking in the pool area.
3. All bandages, band-aids, etc. must be removed before entering the pool. Afflicted area must be inspected by a staff member prior to using the pool.
4. Bathing caps are not required.
5. Pets are not allowed in the pool area at any time.
6. Proper attire is required of all members and guests.
7. State law requires that all persons take a soap shower before entering the pool.
8. Children who are not toilet trained shall be fitted with water diapers, tight rubber pants and swim suit.
9. Swim fins, snorkels, and masks may be used only with the permission of the staff member on duty. Permission depends on pool conditions. No inflatable equipment or paraphernalia are allowed in the pool. Noodles are acceptable with proper use.
10. A non-swimmer may wear a Coast Guard P.F.D. (lifejacket) and remain in the shallow end of the pool. No water wings, rings or suits with floatation devices are permitted.
11. Running, horseplay, and towel snapping are prohibited.
12. Only pool staff members are permitted in the pump house.
13. Only staff members are allowed to use the lifeguard chair.
14. Discipline will be handled by the pool staff. Inappropriate behavior may result in loss of pool privileges.
15. A lane divider may be installed in the pool at times for the use of swimmers wanting to use it for laps. Others, not swimming laps, are requested to stay clear of this lane. The Lifeline across the pool is used to identify the areas of shallow and deep water. Swimmers are not to hang on or play with it.
16. Children age 8 and under must be accompanied by a parent or responsible person approved by the pool staff.
17. For children 9 years of age or older, the WATER TEST below shall be used to demonstrate sufficient swimming ability so that the child can use the pool safely unattended.
18. Members must sign in their guests when entering the pool.
19. No back dives, gainors or back flips off the board. One bounce only, one person on the board at a time. Do not go off the board until the area around the board is clear of swimmers.
20. During Adult Swim time (M - F 4-5 pm except holidays, 9:30 - 10:30 weekends) only persons 18 years or older my be in the pool area.
Pool Guest Obligations
1. Guest privileges are intended to permit members to enjoy their Club's facilities with friends and family. (Membership Rules #4: non-members may visit the Club no more than twice during the season, houseguests may visit no more than seven days per season.)
2. Guests must be accompanied by a member.
3. All guests must be signed in when they first enter the pool area.
4. Guests must observe Club rules.
5. Caregivers (including baby-sitters) who are non-members will not be limited in attendance provided the following requirements are met.
b. Parent or guardian must complete caregiver form and submit it to the Pool Administrator for approval in advance.
c. Upon entering the pool area, caregiver will sign in and identify themselves to the lifeguard.
d. Caregiver will be observant and actively involved with those for whom they are responsible.
e. This privilege is granted only when the caregiver is on duty.
Pool Closing Regulations
The pool may be closed upon order of the pool staff for the following conditions:
1. When the air temperature is less than 55 degrees.
2. When the temperature of the pool water is less then 65 degrees.
3. Whenever the chlorine, Ph, turbidity, or bacteria controls are not maintained within the safe limits specified by the Health Department.
4. Whenever the pool filtration equipment is not operating properly.
5. When so ordered by a lawful representative of the Health Department.
6. During tornado warnings.
7. During periods of lightning or steady rainfall.
8. Upon discovery of any dangerous materials in the pool, such as broken glass, etc., until the pool can be cleaned and the hazardous condition corrected.
Waterfront Rules
General Rules
2. Only alcoholic beverages purchased at the club will be allowed on the dock or on the premises at any time. Private stocks must remain aboard boats.
3. Cooking grills may not be used on any dock. Designated areas behind the pool are available.
4. The driveway may be used for loading and unloading only. Cars should be parked at the top of the hill. except for approved handicap usage.
5. Pets must remain aboard owner's boats except when being walked on a leash. Pets are not to be tied to posts on the dock or anywhere else on the property. Pets must be curbed on top of the hill east of the parking area.
6. A visiting yacht guest must be a member of a recognized yachting organization or club.
7. Space assignments for slips will be controlled by the Dock Administrator. Waterfront space assignments for lifts and beach areas will be controlled by the Beach Administrator. Mooring spaces will be controlled by the Mooring Administrator. Payment by established due dates is required to reserve space. Current waiting lists, established by dated, written requests to the appropriate Administrator, and accompanied by a $50.00 fee for each wait list, will be posted in the clubhouse.
8. All waterfront fees are approved by the Executive Committee.
9. Payment of a nonrefundable deposit of $100.00 for slips and $50.00 for moorings to reserve a space for the next season shall be made by September 15 of the preceding year. Payment of one-half of the remaining balance of the established fee for slips and moorings shall be made by November 15 of the preceding year. The balance is due by March 15. If the required payment has not been received by March 15, the slip or mooring space may be reassigned. The applicant's deposit may be returned, upon request, if a slip or mooring cannot be provided.
10. Pump-out facilities may be used by members without charge. Overnight guest yachts will pay established charges for use. No other yachts may use the pump out facilities.
11. No slip or mooring may be kept by a member for more than one year without having a boat in that slip or on that mooring. The appropriate fee must be paid to keep the slip or mooring with or without a boat. The Club may rent the slip or mooring on a seasonal or daily basis when it is not in use.
12. Members may have any of the following: two slips, two moorings, or one mooring and one slip
13. An area between the permanent mooring area and the lift dock is reserved for temporary moorings for the racing fleet. These buoys and moorings will be placed, removed, and maintained by racing skippers. Use and placement will be administered by the Race Committee Chairman.
14. Members are reminded to maneuver at the minimum speed possible when inside the basin on either side of the main dock. Your wake is your responsibility.
Dock Rules
1. Seasonal slip users shall advise the Club Manager when the slip will be unoccupied (overnight or longer). The Club Manager will rent to members or yacht guests, and will clear the slip prior to your return. Please inform the Manager of the day and time of return.
2. Slips may not be subleased.
3. Reservations for overnight slip or dock use will be accepted by the Club Manager from members only. Reservations may be made not more than 1 day in advance and must be paid if not canceled prior to the time of the reservation.
4. One-half the transient fee is due for any member wishing to keep their boat at the dock overnight.
5. Overnight docking by members follows the same rules as for visiting yachts, except members may stay a maximum of 21 days per season.
6. When docked, all boats must be properly secured to prevent damage to adjacent boats.
7. No tie-off to moored boats or docked boats is allowed without permission of the owner.
8. Rafting is encouraged in order to make room for the maximum number of boats at dockside.
9. The lee side of the Youngquist dock will be reserved for racing skippers on race days. The weather side may be used by members on the same basis as other dock areas.
10. Canopies or the canopy structure is not allowed on lifts.
1. Only boats owned by WLYC members will be allowed to use the mooring area. The mooring fee must be paid each year by those with permanent moorings. (See Waterfront General Rule #9 for payment schedule.)
2. To be assigned a mooring, a member must submit a completed application for a mooring to the Mooring Administrator along with an application deposit. A waiting list for moorings if needed will be established and posted in the Club. (Waterfront Rule #7)
3. The mooring weight, chain, and buoy are supplied and placed by the Yacht Club. Members are responsible and liable for their own pennants. Two separate pennants from the buoy to the boat are required.
4. Pennants shall not exceed 3 times the length of the distance from the bow chock to the water, plus the distance from the bow chock to the bow cleat.
5. To insure that the mooring area is used to the fullest extent possible, those assigned moorings must keep their boat on the mooring no fewer than 4 weeks per season.
6. A mooring user will be allowed only 1 season for their area to go unused. (See Waterfront Rules #11.)
7. A member may have two moorings or one mooring and one slip (Waterfront Rule #12)
8. A mooring may not be subleased.
9. A beach fee is included each season for one dinghy and/or tender. These must be stored in the area provided and not left on the beach west of the scow dock. (That beach area is for small sailboat use only.)
Beach and Lift Area Rules
1. The beach, small boat racks and scow dock to the east of the Youngquist dock are reserved for sailing craft and boats used in the racing programs and the sailing school. The beach is to be used for rigging, loading etc. and no boat is to be left at the water's edge for more than four hours. Lifts must have the owner's name on the wheel.
2. Dinghies serving the mooring area must be stored in the dinghy area. No one is to leave sails, etc., unattended on the Club lawns. Don't stand on the small boat racks; they are designed to bear only the weight of the boats. Small boats must be tied down by the owner.
3. Because space is limited, lift spaces are for racing sailboats only. Finger docks are not allowed. A waiting list for lift space will be maintained by the Beach Administrator and posted in the clubhouse.
4. Fees for scow lifts and beach spaces are to be paid by March 15 or within 30 days of the postmark on the billing letter whichever is the later. An abandoned lift or a boat left unpaid for one year may be removed by the club at the owners expense.
5. Motorboats and small sailboats may use the Youngquist dock for temporary tie-up (up to six hours per day). Motorboats are to tie to the windward side of the Youngquist dock for a period from one hour before to one after after a race. Only the race committee boat may be docked on the Youngquist dock.
6. The east drive is to be used for launching or unloading-loading only.
7. The Beach Administrator shall arrange the position of the scow dock, small boat racks and initial placement of the lifts. Purchase of lifts, lift maintenance and repairs, lift liability, lift adjustment and final positioning is the responsibility of the owner. The Beach Administrator will set specifications for the owner lifts. A broken lift will not be placed at the scow dock in the spring. The owner must repair and place it or remove it from the Club by Memorial Day.
8. The Beach Administrator shall provide a list of scow lift and beach users to the Treasurer.
9. Boats should be removed from lifts before the end of the second week of September. At lift removal time, lifts with boats will not be removed by the Club.
2. The skipper shall report to the Race Committee, prior to any race, the name of the non-member crew.
3. Skippers are obligated to serve on the Race Committee or perform other alternative work acceptable to the Chairman of the Race Committee.
4. See the current sailing instructions as published by the Race Advisory Committee for additional details.
5. Races will be governed by the International Yacht Racing Rules, the prescriptions of the US Sailing Association, the rules of the applicable national yacht association class(es) (except as altered by local rules) and by the WLYC sailing instructions.
6. Sailing lessons are offered by the White Lake Sailing School.