Lighthouse Challenge Regatta and Charity Auction

Each year WSSC holds its Lighthouse Challenge Regatta.

This is a fun, specialty race where we sail around the Detroit Light at the mouth of the Detroit River at Lake Erie.

After the race we meet at the pavilion near Water's Edge on Grosse Ile for a picnic and a Charity Auction where all funds raised go to a specific charity, chosen yearly. All are welcome to partake in the celebration!

This year, 2025, we are supporting Detroit River Story Lab.

If you have any donations for the auction please contact the Vice Commodore by email (wsscvicecommodore@gmail.com) here or donate directly using Zeffy on this page.

Donate to the Light House Challenge on Zeffy

Help Set Sail for Change with West Shore Sail Club! 🌊

At West Shore Sail Club, we're passionate about making a positive impact in our community. This year, we've set our sights on assisting Detroit River Story Lab.

Adopt a Buoy Commodore Level
Your $120 donation could provide a tall-ship sailing and boat building experience for teens.

Captian Level
With $60, you can support the Detroit River Youth Career Expo with science, policy, cutting edge research, or hands-on maritime fieldwork.

Skipper Level
As little as $30 can assist the Detroit River Stories Podcast produced by students featuring our beloved Detroit River and all the people that are a part of its stories.

Admiral of the Fleet
With a $500 donation West Shore Sail Club will grant you honorary Admiral of the Fleet for the day and regale you with high praise. Join our voyage today! Support our cause and make waves of change in our community. Together, we can chart a better tomorrow. 🌟️