10-15-24: The clubs “Fall Race Series” has began with two race weekends completed and one left (this Saturday Oct. 19th) which will determine the winning captain and boat. At this juncture Captain Hammonds and Captain Rawlings are tied with two race wins apiece. It’s a must event to be part of either as a captain of a boat, crew on one of the boats and or just as an observer on the committee boat. Captains meeting 930AM and race time 11AM. If you want to join in with your boat or to crew on a boat please reach out to us at the contact information below.
The clubs 2nd annual “Key Lime Social” took place Saturday October 5th – this social event was well attended and took place at a members home overlooking one of the coves on Lake Belton. Members and guests were treated to a wonderful cuisine that included pulled pork and hamburger sliders in addition to delicious side dishes. Then the key lime pie/dessert competition pursued with seven entries, yes seven awesome key lime pies to taste and judge by all the participants in attendance. After tasting and retasting the ballots were turned in and counted and low and behold last years winner – Capt. Morgan won again!
The Lake Belton Yacht Club (LBYC) is located on beautiful Lake Belton at Franks Marina in Belton, Texas (between Temple and Killeen). Founded in 1974 to promote the sport of sailing in Central Texas, LBYC has become a landmark for yacht racing and community sailing programs in Central Texas as well as the Southwestern region of the US. Whether you are brand new to sailing or have extensive experience, LBYC offers organized competition for all ages. Activities are organized year round, with racing, cruising, socials, and training.
We are currently working with youth and area colleges that are interested in developing a sailing program that would use the LBYC as a resource. We are always interested in expanding our youth programs.
How to contact LBYC
Visit our Facebook page here.
Our phone number is (254) 300-7727.
Email us at lakebeltonyachtclub@gmail.com.
Our mailing address is 3244 Lake Park Road Belton, TX 76513.
