2025 Melges 15 Great Lakes Championship Registration Open
Registration is open for the 2025 Melges 15 Great Lakes Championship August 22-24 at Charlevoix Yacht Club in Charlevoix, MI. Competitors can save $50 on the entry fee through July 20, 2025.
One year after the National Championship in Traverse City, the fleet is heading one hour north to compete in Charlevoix - a bustling harbor town with iconic beaches, towering sand dunes, and a charming downtown. Racing will be held on Lake Charlevoix, the third-largest inland lake in Michigan, with 56 miles of shoreline.
“The Melges 15 has brought new energy to our club, attracting younger sailors and reigniting the enthusiasm of our PHRF sailors, who are joining the fun, too!” observed Valerie Snyder, CYC member.
“Over the last few years, several of our teams traveled to Florida for the Melges 15 Winter Series, and many of us competed in the Melges 15 Nationals in Traverse City,” said CYC Commodore Suzanne Balter. “This year, we will start our Thursday night club racing at the end of May, host a Melges 15 Invitational on June 22, and are honored to host the Great Lakes Championship in August.”
Three days of racing are scheduled alongside Thursday practice, shoreside parties, and a fleet dinner. Competitors are encouraged to reserve housing early as it is a popular tourist destination. Accommodation options range from camping at Fisherman's Island State Park to hotels and vacation rentals.
The U.S. Championship Series consists of class-sanctioned events aimed at elevating competition, supporting regional fleets, and fostering camaraderie among racers.:
East Coast Championship May 30-June 1 • Centerport, NY • Centerport Yacht Club
Inland Championship July 21-August 1 • Excelsior, MN • Minnetonka Yacht Club
Great Lakes Championship August 22-24 • Charlevoix, MI • Charlevoix Yacht Club
West Coast Championship September 13-14 • Marina del Rey, CA • California Yacht Club
U.S. National Championship October 3-5 • Long Beach Township, NJ • Brant Beach Yacht Club
Fleet-building promotions are available for 2025. Click here to request a quote for a new boat, or email eddie@melges.com to schedule a demo at your club.