Please check below for answers to many of the questions folks new and old to Sylvan Beach frequently ask…
Sylvan Beach Resort Company Handbook
The 2025 Sylvan Beach Resort Company Handbook is a complete reference for all Association members, their families, and guests. It includes the current SBRC Bylaws, Policies, and Rules and serves as the primary guide for understanding Association governance and expectations for member conduct. All members and frequent visitors are encouraged to review and familiarize themselves with its contents.
SBRC Handbook – 2025
Application Shortcut
- Boat/Slip/Mooring Request (Shoreline)
- Cottage Use without Owner Present Application (Rental)
- Directory Change of Information – email changes to [email protected]
- Friends of Sylvan (Membership)
- Modifications Design Guidelines & Application (Grounds)
- Lease/Shares Transfer (Sales)
- Cottage Sales Guidelines and Forms Kit (Sales)
- Tree and Brush Trimming (Grounds)
- The Jinks Director (Activities)
- Wab Club Garage (Rental)
- Wab Club & Field Rental (Rental)
How do I rent a cottage?
Whether you are an existing SBRC shareholder looking to rent your cottage or an interested individual looking to rent, you can contact us for potential dates and information. Click here
Cottage Use w/o An Owner Present (Renters) Application
How do I become a Friend of Sylvan? What are the annual fees?
Sylvan Beach Resort Company welcomes those living in close proximity to become Friends of Sylvan Beach. This membership level allows a family to participate in social and sports activities and access our beautiful Lake Michigan beach. The annual fee for a Friend of Sylvan Beach membership is $600. The Association caps this membership level to 35 households, and returning members have priority.
Friends of Sylvan Privileges & Responsibilities/Application
How do I rent the Wabaningo Club?
The Wabaningo Club is available to shareholders and outside guests for events throughout the summer. The cost to rent the Wab Club is $200 for Sylvan Shareholders and Associate I and II members. The fee for Friend of Sylvan members is $300, and all other non-Sylvan guests may rent for $600. To check the calendar and to request additional information, contact the Scheduling Chairperson. Click here.
Wabaningo Club & Field Rental Rules & Application
What days are trash pick-ups?
Trash pick-up is on Friday beginning May 30th with additional pick-ups during peak times as posted at the Wabaningo Club and Post Office. Have your trash out early for the trash collection team.
For 2025, collection begins Friday, May 23 and ends on Friday, October 10.
Fruitland Township Ecology Station Hours & Prices
How do I obtain a boat slip or change my existing dockage?
Whenever you are looking to add a boat or any watercraft to an existing dock, you should contact the Shoreline Committee. Additionally, if you would like to request dockage or changes to existing dockage, you can contact the Shoreline Chair and print off the necessary application. Click here