Jack London Yacht Club
The JLYC Mission Statement
The JLYC is a nonprofit 501(c)(3) organization of volunteers that support our local nonprofits and public entities, and builds community through fundraising efforts and engagement in the Valley of the Moon, Sonoma County, California.
Official Clubhouse
Our Clubhouse is located at the Jack London Lodge Saloon
13740 Arnold Dr, Glen Ellen, CA 95442
Latitude: 38° 21' 46.7568" N Longitude: 122° 31' 33.7512" W
The Jack to Jack Yacht Race
The Jack to Jack Yacht Race
Our signature event, the Jack to Jack Yacht Race (J2J), occurs every spring on Sonoma Creek, when historically, the water level is at its highest. In 2019, the race took place in Glen Ellen, from the Jack London Lodge, Creekside, to the Jack London Village, Creekside, a .7 mile course. The boats are replicas of Jack London's SNARK.
There are several heats during the day. Winners from each heat participate in the final race to determine the year's winner.
During the race, there were various activities, including transport between the Lodge and the Village, entertainment, food and wine. Cameras placed along the creek banks enabled spectators to watch the race live from screens at major venues.
Sailboat Sales
A member can purchase their own boat and dinghy or join together with friends or sponsors to purchase a boat.
Proceeds
Proceeds from the JLYC go back to the community in the form of grants. Local nonprofits and public entities obtain grant forms on the JLYC website. Grant applications can be downloaded from this website and are posted in May. Go to our Grants page.
501(c)(3) EIN # 83-2074978
Get Involved
Join the Crew
Are you passionate about what we're doing? Love to be involved with your community?
We are currently looking for volunteers who share a passion for being on a ground-breaking journey to transform our vision into reality.
Crews Forming Now
Race Day Crew
4th of July Parade
Grants Reception Crew
Thank You
Whether your participation includes attending fundraisers, volunteering your time, monetary donations, or spreading our mission through word-of-mouth, we THANK YOU. Our team could not accomplish our goals and expand our mission without the help of generous supporters like you.