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MCYC and The
Michigan City Waterfront
Michigan City Indiana, located on Lake
Michigan's South Shore, offers sandy beaches, protected
harbors, and great racing ! Whether you are coming to race, or
are being dragged along with the kids, Michigan City has
plenty to offer for the weekend visitor.
Venue
Michigan City Yacht Club was founded in 1933. Located directly
on the harbor channel, it's only a short sail to the open
waters of Lake Michigan. A full service club, MCYC sports 3
bars, and a full service restaurant with indoor, and outdoor
dining. In 1987, MCYC played host to the Pan Am Games Yachting
Event, and hosts the Columbia and Tri-State regattas annually.
Two, 2-ton lifts, and a paved dry sail area, are available for
launching. Shower facilities are available via the Port
Authority.
Weather
The weather in July is generally in the high 80's to
low 90's clear skies, and warming water temperatures. Although
classic sea breeze conditions can exist on hot summer days
from the sand dunes, racing is kept far enough offshore, to
help factor this phenomenon out. If it's blowing hard out of
the North, expect seas of roughly 3-5 feet. If the wind is
coming from the South, East or West, expect light chop,
building as the wind builds. There is a light current on Lake
Michigan, but is less pronounced at the Southern tip. It will
be noticeable in very light air, and can range from 1/4 to 1/2
knot.
Area Attractions
Michigan City offers activities for everyone, not just the
racing sailor. Bring the whole family, and while you are out
on the race course, they can see the sites, shop, or enjoy a
quiet afternoon at the beach.
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Mt. Baldy - Located about 2 miles west of Michigan City on
US Hwy. 12. This 123 foot sand dune is within the
boundaries of Indiana Dunes National Lakeshore.
Picnicking, restrooms, hiking & vistas of Lake
Michigan and its southern shoreline. Climb to the top and
see Chicago ! Watch the regatta from this incredible venue
!
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Lighthouse Museum - The original 1858 light station
structure, 8 display rooms, Great Lakes history,
shipwrecks, era of sailing ships, models, local history
and more. Located next door to the Michigan City Yacht
Club.
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Washington Park Zoo - The zoo is set in a wooded sand dune
within walking distance of the yacht club, beach, and
parks. See wildlife from all over the world, including;
lions, tigers, camels, and giraffe’s. Open April through
December.
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International Friendship Gardens - A collection of gardens
representative of leading nations in various stages of
restoration surrounded by wooded trails and an abundance
of peace and tranquility. A short drive from the yacht
club.
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Blue Chip Casino and Hotel - Along the southern shores of
Lake Michigan, it'll take you away to an action-packed
place where sights are spectacular and thrills never end!
Take a spin at one of the 1,300+ slot machines or sit down
at one of the more than 50 sensational table games. They
also feature restaurants and live music !
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Flip’s Cascade Mountain - Enjoy miniature golf,
go-kart's, bumper boats, batting cages, arcade room,
basketball, water balloon toss, kiddie cars, Titanic
slides, picnic area, birthday party room. A short drive
from the yacht club.
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