BAY HARBOR YACHT CLUB 2026 GUEST GUIDEBOOK
WELCOME TO BHYC! Important Information & Contacts Club Address:
4300 Vista Drive Bay Harbor, MI 49770
Phone Number:
231.439.2100
Fax Number:
231.439.2111
Email Address:
bhyc@bayharboryc.com
Club General Manager: Dwight Jenson, CCM Membership Megan Nickerson, Director of Services: Membership & Marketing 231.439.2112 membership@bayharboryc.com
Marina/Dockage: Martin Leemaster, Harbormaster 231.881.2648 mleemaster@bayharbor.com 5⁰21’39’N 85⁰1’49’W 4 Monitors Channels 16 and 71 Golf Club:
Bay Harbor Golf Club 231.439.4029
Required: Completed guest registration form on file. BHYC requires a credit card for all expenses. A 3% convenience fee will be applied to all credit card transactions. eciprocal guests are required to R provide a letter of introduction from host member’s club prior to visit.
Hours of Operation Peak season hours of operation. Please inquire about the current hours of operation. Reservations subject to seasonality and availability.
Brunch: Quarter Deck Grille Sunday Only 11:00am – 2:00pm Casual Attire Lunch & Dinner: Quarter Deck Grille Daily* 11:00am – 9:00pm | Bar Until Close * Friday & Saturday Close at 10:00pm | Bar Until Close Casual Attire Beach House Daily 11:00am – 9:00pm Casual Attire Dinner Only: Bay View Room Tuesday – Saturday 5:00pm – 9:00pm | Bar Open at 4:00pm Country Club Casual Attire
Relaxation Spa: Tuesday – Saturday 10:00am – 4:00pm Wellness Center: Monday - Saturday 7:00am – 7:00pm Sunday 8:00am - 4:00pm Hot Tub: Daily 8:00am – 8:00pm Lap Swim: Daily 7:00am – 9:00am Open Swim: Daily 10:00am – 8:00pm 10:30am Open on Tues/Wed Kid’s Camp: Tuesday – Friday 9:00am – 3:00pm Racquets Center: Tennis: Daily 9:00am – 8:00pm Pickleball: Daily 9:00am – 8:00pm Weather Permitting
CLUB ATTIRE Club Attire Members and guests using the Club facilities shall comply with the following rules of attire. If the policy is not followed, the Member or their guests may be asked to change. Alternative clothing is available at the Club to purchase.
Dress Code for Dining Venues Attire for men, women and children must be in good taste and appropriate for the season. It is expected that the Members and other persons will choose to dress in fashion befitting of the surroundings and atmosphere provided in the setting of the Club. From October 1 until Memorial Day more casual attire e.g., après ski attire, will be permitted in all dining rooms. All attire with politically charged advertising are prohibited, unless worn for a specific private event approved by the General Manager and/or Board of Directors.
Bay View Dining, Harborview Bar, Marina Lounge, and Marina Lounge Patio Attire Men are required to wear collared shirts. The exception is a dress non-screened “banded collar” shirt with short or long sleeves. Cotton “T-shirts” do not qualify as a dress shirt. Dress sandals and/or shoes must be always worn in the clubhouse. “Tasteful” jeans and “Dress” shorts may be permitted in the dining rooms. Hats must be removed while in the dining rooms and lounge.
Grille Room, Quarter Deck and Beach House Attire Walking length casual shorts, “tasteful” blue jeans with no rips or holes, and sandals are allowed. Shorts, jeans, T-shirts, cover ups, hats, flip flops are allowed. Men must wear shirts. Shoes are required at the Quarter Deck and Grille Room. Bathing attire may only be worn in the pool and beach areas. Short shorts, cut-offs, tank tops, and similar clothing are not suitable attire at the Quarter Deck or Grille Room.
Racquet Sports Attire Proper attire and regulation equipment are always required on the courts. No cutoffs, jeans, bathing attire, sleeveless shirts for men, bare feet, or shoes other than proper footwear will be allowed on the courts. Shirts must always be worn.
Wellness Center Appropriate Attire Attire and personal hygiene deemed to be offensive will not be permitted. Athletic attire is required in all wellness areas, unless specifically stated. Shirts are to provide adequate coverage. No bare midriff shirts or sports bra may be used in place of shirts. Footwear should be closed toed, athletic shoes. Exceptions to footwear apply only in specific group fitness classes. Bottoms must be adequate in length of at least midthigh. Please keep modesty in mind as it pertains to fit.
Aquatics Appropriate Attire All persons must wear suitable bathing attire while swimming; no cutoffs, jeans, or Bermudas will be permitted. One- or two-piece bathing suits that provide appropriate coverage are permitted. Thong-style bathing suis are not allowed. Shirts or appropriate bathing cover-ups, along with footwear, must be worn in all areas beyond the beach and pool, including the Beach House and Quarter Deck. Aquatics attire must be in good taste at all times.
CLUB POLICIES Event Reservations
Pets
We require reservations to be made for all Club events. Due to the popularity of our food and beverage operations, reservations enable us to plan, staff and prepare for a truly exceptional experience each time you join us at the Club. You may make reservations through the member website or mobile app, by emailing bhyc@ bayharboryc.com or by calling 231.439.2100.
Pets (except for Service Animals) are not permitted in the clubhouse or outdoor food service areas. Pets are not allowed on the beach during operating hours. Pets must be leashed at all times and under the control of their owner while on the beach and other Yacht Club property. Each owner must clean up after their pet. Members are responsible for any damage or injury caused by an animal owned by, or brought upon the Club Facilities by, such Member, his or her Spouse, Children, or guests.
Dining Walk-Ins Reservations are preferred, but we are more than happy to accommodate your last-minute dining needs. Your desired table or room may not be available without a reservation, but we will always do our best to find you a seat, though not guaranteed in our peak season.
Cancellations We ask for a courtesy call or email if you find yourself unable to attend your dining reservation. Reservations for Club-sponsored events must generally be canceled 48-72 hours in advance, or the Member will be charged accordingly. Please refer to specific event cancellation policy notices listed in the event description.
Smoking The clubhouse is a smoke-free facility. Cigarette and e-cigarette smoking is allowed only in the designated area on the far west side of the parking lot outside of the Club. Cigar smoking is not permitted in smoking areas.
Mobile Phone Usage
Gratuities
No speaking on mobile phones in fitness rooms or any dining areas of the Club – including outdoor venues. Please see a staff member for a private location to conduct a conversation on your mobile phone. Place phone on vibrate or silent when in the dining or fitness areas. Texting and emailing from cellular devices is permitted in all areas of the Club. Mobile phone conversations are permitted pool and beach-side.
A twenty percent (20%) Gratuity and a two percent (2%) mandatory service charge is added to all food and beverage checks.
Social Media Follow our social media accounts on Facebook and Instagram @bayharboryachtclub.
4300 VISTA DRIVE, BAY HARBOR, MI 49770 bayharboryc.com