Founding Members Circle · 2026 Season
Join the Lakefront Voyages Yacht Club
Structured private boating access on Lake Michigan — without the cost and complexity of boat ownership.
Limited to five households at 31st Street Harbor in Chicago.
The Opportunity
All the Joy of Boating — None of the Overhead
The Founders Circle is limited to five households who receive priority access, preferred pricing, and the ability to enjoy a 37' express cruiser from Chicago's premier boating harbor. Founding members lock in preferred pricing as Lakefront Voyages grows.
- Limited memberships protect access and availability
- Members receive structured reservation access
- Founding members lock in preferred pricing
The Vessel
Rachel's Wave
A 37' express cruiser designed for skyline cruising, Playpen gatherings, and relaxed afternoons on Lake Michigan. Members may also learn to captain the yacht through the training and testing program.
Access Structure
How Reservations Work
- Founding, Voyager, and Harbor Society memberships are available to fit different needs and budgets
- Membership limited to five households
- Two weekend slots per month selected by rotating lottery (Founding Membership)
- Unlimited weekday access Monday–Thursday based on availability
- Members may schedule two weekdays per month 30 days in advance
- Additional bookings available 72 hours in advance if open
- Guaranteed minimum of 12 weekend and 12 weekday uses per season (Founding Membership only)
Weekend Lottery
Weekend Reservation Slots
Premium event dates may be reserved at $1,000 per six-hour block when available.
Weekday Reservations
Weekday Reservation Slots
Monday – Thursday
Membership Options
Choose Your Level of Access
Founding Membership
Limited to Five Households
Designed for individuals and families who want the highest level of access and long-term benefits while helping establish the foundation of Lakefront Voyages Yacht Club.
Investment
$5,500 per season
May through October
- Limited to only five households
- Official Founding Member recognition
- Locked-in Founding Member pricing
- First opportunity to join future vessels
- Two guaranteed weekend windows each month
- Unlimited weekday reservations
- Reserve weekday trips up to 30 days in advance
- Additional weekday reservations within 72 hours
- Member-only social events
- VIP dock parties
- Discounted approved captains
- One reserved parking pass
- Four seasonal pool passes (if available)
- Preferred pricing on premium charters
- Priority reservation modifications
- Six-month payment option
- Member referral rewards
Only five memberships will ever be available.
Voyager Membership
Flexible Access for Active Boaters
Perfect for members who want regular access to the lake without the commitment of Founding Membership.
Investment
$3,250 per season
- One weekend reservation window each month
- Two weekday reservations each month
- Additional weekday reservations based on availability
- Member pricing on private charters
- Discounted approved captains
- Access to member social events
- Preferred pricing for premium reservation dates
- Member referral rewards
- Full access to the member portal
Harbor Society
The Social Membership
Join Chicago's newest waterfront community. Perfect for professionals, couples and families who enjoy the boating lifestyle, networking and waterfront events without regular boat access.
Pricing
$149/month
or $799 per season
- Exclusive dock parties
- Networking events
- Wine tastings
- Game nights
- Fireworks socials
- Educational boating events
- Preferred charter pricing
- Priority invitations to special events
- Member-only promotions
- Referral rewards
- Early access to public events
- Priority consideration when upgrading
Included With All Memberships
Every Membership Includes
Every member receives:
Professional vessel orientation
Private online member portal
Reservation management
Weather notifications
Member support
Digital member handbook
Member communications
Referral program
Exclusive member pricing
Side by Side
Compare Memberships
| Feature | Founding | Voyager | Harbor Society |
|---|---|---|---|
| Weekend Reservations | 2 per month | 1 per month | — |
| Weekday Reservations | Unlimited | 2 per month | — |
| Priority Booking | 30 days advance | 72 hours | — |
| Member Portal | |||
| Member Events | |||
| Discounted Captains | — | ||
| Premium Charter Pricing | Preferred | Preferred | Preferred |
| Referral Program | |||
| Parking Pass | — | — | |
| Pool Passes | 4 seasonal | — | — |
| Future Fleet Priority | — | Priority upgrade | |
| Founding Recognition | — | — |
See You on the Water!
Spots are extremely limited. Reach out today to secure your place in the Founders Circle for the 2026 season.
Apply for Membership