OPPORTUNITIES LIST FOR 2026

We urgently need volunteers to assist with the following events or projects for the 2026 boating season.

DOCK FLOWERS

 - Purchase and plant annuals in the flower pots and place on the dock pilings

 - Flowers selected should be easy to grow, love full sun and possibly repel pests like spiders!

 - Club provides funding to purchase all flowers and planting materials (save receipts & submit an expense report)

 - Confirm that flower pot irrigation system is functioning  

 - Work needs to be completed early season just after club opening on May 5th

IRRIGATION SYSTEM FOR CLUB GROUNDS

 - Need a TEAM to design & install a new underground irrigation system for club grounds

 - System to provide coverage for open lawn areas as well as landscaped flower beds

 - Water will be sourced from the lake using our existing pump system

NEW RETAINING WALL AT GRILL PAVILION

 - Need someone to lead the design & installation of a new retaining wall at grill pavilion to prevent ground erosion and improve overall appearance

UPDATED LANDSCAPE DESIGN & PLANTINGS

 - Looking for a TEAM to work with local landscape design firm to update the design for club grounds

 - Evaluate and update existing plantings, or introduce new ones, to enhance overall visual appeal while reducing long-term maintenance requirements

YEARBOOK & NEWSLETTER SUPPORT  (Chairperson)

 - Seeking creative individuals interested in supporting the coordination, design, and production of club publications, including the yearbook and newsletter

 - Collaborate with a local printing partner (Pierre’s DPC – Sandusky) to ensure timely and high‑quality publication as needed

SOCIAL MEDIA   (Chairperson)

 - Seeking design-minded, creative individuals to assist with developing engaging communications content and maintaining updates to the club website and social media platforms

 - Works with  the "Board of Directors" to generate content and issue timely communications to keep our members up to date on club activities

EVENT SUPPORT 

 - We need volunteers to help with upcoming MBIYC events! If you enjoy greeting guests, assisting with setup, lending a hand during activities, or helping with cleanup, we’d love to have you involved. Even a small amount of time makes a big difference.