Like many of the Northwest yacht clubs, Meydenbauer Bay Yacht Club had to struggle to get established. Our struggle did not begin until after World War II. During the war years, fuel was rationed and boating was severely curtailed because of the war effort. There were defense installations and industries around Lake Washington, such as the Sand Point Naval Air Station, the Renton industrial complex and the Houghton Shipyards, so all civilian boat traffic was strictly monitored. All boat operators had to be registered with the Coast Guard and carry a photo ID card. Everyone had to be off the lake at sundown.
But with the conclusion of the war, yachtsmen and women were anxious to take their boats out and enjoy the challenges and relaxation of sailing and cruising again. The Eastside was just starting to grow into a major suburb of Seattle. Moorage facilities were basically confined to the docks in one’s front yard. But with the demand for inexpensive moorage, came the idea of establishing a new yacht club on Meydenbauer Bay.
Contact Info
Address:
9927 Meydenbauer Way SE, Bellevue, WA 98004, United States
Phone: +1 425-454-8880
Email: manager@mbycwa.org
Website: mbycwa.org