Deer Isle Yacht Club

Sylvester Cove, Sunset, Maine


The Deer Isle Yacht Club is a small local yacht club in Sylvester’s Cove, Sunset, Maine. The Club was founded in 1925 with the purpose of providing facilities and activities for its members in their use of Penobscot Bay and adjacent waters; encouraging amateur yachting, both recreational and competitive; promoting sound seamanship; and fostering knowledge of and respect for the dangers of the sea.

Facilities are  minimal as the club has no potable water, no fuel dock, no showers, and little parking.  Sailing lessons for members are occasionally offered, but Membership is necessarily limited by the size of the Cove; more information can be found at the Membership section of this website. 

Club News


The DIYC is Turning 100!

Thanks to Ned Gresham for his presentation at the Annual Meeting of plans for the Club's 100th Anniversary celebration. He and Malcolm are bringing the DIYC into its next century with a QR code and stylish teaser for our upcoming celebration in August 2025!


Follow the link for details and be sure to respond to Ned and Malcolm with ideas and to help:

  • Nedgresham@gmail.com
  • malcolmforbes@gmail.com

The floats are Out


The floats are officially out for the season! ⛵️ We've had an incredible time on the water this year, and we want to thank all our members for making this season unforgettable!
See you next year for more sailing adventures! Until then, stay safe and enjoy the off-season. ✨

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