WELCOME TO THE
CANYON LAKE YACHT CLUB
CANYON LAKE, CALIFORNIA
Website Updates Coming Soon! ⚓️
A Little Bit of Paradise!
Canyon Lake Yacht Club consists of 300 (and counting) enthusiastic members who love to enjoy the water. In fact, if there is one thing that ties us all together it is our love of the lake. We enjoy many activities that get us out on the water, as well as some awesome land-borne events that we do as a club.
If you love the lake and would like to hang out with others who love to get out on the water, we'd love to have you join us. No boat required! Check out the pages of this website to get to know us a little better, and then join us via our membership page. We'd like to get to know you and help you make lifelong friends who share the same interests. We invite you to be part of the Canyon Lake Yacht Club and enjoy "a little bit of paradise!"
CLYC Deckhand of the Month!
Aye, Aye Mates!!!! Anchors aweigh…All hands-on deck!
When our Commodore, Rob Mora, took over the helm in January, he told us to get our sea legs ready as he began to navigate us in the direction that our prior Commodore saw on the horizon. As we set sail, he battened down the hatches and began to focus on a better way to navigate our deckhands through a website that could not only host activities and other announcements, but also provide additional features that would make it easier to safely sail the following seas [lake] for the upcoming year. Although we were pretty even keeled, we needed to make sure we were squared-riffed and squared away and wanted to have, among other things, our activities highlighted, announce volunteer opportunities, advertise, and sell our merchandise and collect dues in one convenient location.
So mates, do NOT be caught dead in the water over the next year! As we cast off, look for opportunities as to how you can be our Deckhand of the Month! The Canyon Lake Yacht Club will be on the crow’s nest looking for that deck hand that goes the extra mile and guides us towards our destination. We have our map above but are always open to veering new courses too! Feel the talk of the boat and set your destination(s) and let us showcase you….
CLYC October 2025
Deckhands of the Month!
ALL HANDS-ON DECK!!!!!!
We are excited to share the next CLYC Deckhands of the Month!
Jean Ann Davis Smith Johantgen
Jean Ann brings heart, adventure, and a lifetime of remarkable experiences to the Canyon Lake Yacht Club, and we are proud to recognize her as our Deckhand of the Month.
Born in Defiance, Ohio, and raised in Lafayette, Indiana, Jean Ann grew up with a spirited independence that would come to define her life’s journey. From her high school days playing flute in the marching band and dancing in school productions, to her lifelong love of music and movement, Jean Ann has always embraced life with energy and joy.
Her career reflected that same dedication and compassion. After raising three children and returning to school at the age of 44, Jean Ann fulfilled her dream of becoming a nurse, graduating with her RN and Bachelor of Science degree. She went on to serve for 18 years in labor and delivery, a role she cherished deeply, helping welcome new life into the world and touching countless families along the way.
Adventure has always called Jean Ann forward. From cycling across the United States and Europe to motorcycle tours through Alaska and Australia, river rides along the Danube, and travels through Italy, France, Spain, Greece, and beyond, her passion for exploring the world is truly inspiring. A lifelong skier, Jean Ann has carved trails across New Mexico, California, Washington, Utah, Austria, and Mammoth Mountain, a place especially close to her heart.
It was in Mammoth Lakes where Jean Ann met the love of her life, Jack Johantgen. Their shared passions for skiing, cycling, dancing, and travel shaped a beautiful life together. After Jack’s passing in 2019, Jean Ann found her way to Canyon Lake, a place she first discovered years earlier while visiting friends, and made it her home in 2020.
Jean Ann is the proud mother of three children and a joyful grandmother to 10 grandchildren and 8 great-grandchildren so far, a legacy that reflects the love, family, and connection that define her life.
What truly makes Jean Ann stand out and the very reason she is being recognized as our Deckhand of the Month is her genuine passion for showing up and giving back to CLYC. She consistently brings her energy and heart to our events, from setting up her own booth at the Chili Cook-Off, complete with chili and all the fixings, to lending a helping hand at the Commodore’s Ball. She’s a wonderful presence to have around, has participated in many of our cruises, and always steps in with a smile and a can-do spirit.
Since arriving, Jean Ann has embraced Canyon Lake fully, becoming active in the Yacht Club, the Choraleers, the Book Club, and staying engaged through bridge, water aerobics, and community events. Her warmth, humor, resilience, and generosity embody the very spirit of CLYC.
Above all, Jean Ann’s life reflects gratitude, faith, adventure, and connection values that mirror the heart of our club. We are grateful she found her way to Canyon Lake and even more grateful she found her way to CLYC.
Please join us in celebrating Jean Ann Davis Smith Johantgen, our Deckhand of the Month! ⚓
Sailor Six Questions & Answers
1. How long have you lived in Canyon Lake?
5 years.
2. How long have you been a member of the CL Yacht Club?
5 years.
3. If you were stranded on an island, where would you want to be?
Greek Islands Mykonos
4. What YC event do you look forward to the most?
Peddle & Paddle Regatta
5. Favorite water activity?
Water Aerobics
6. Does your boat have a name? If not, what would you call it?
Dream Boat
Who will be our CLYC October Deckhand of the Month? Rumors have it that sailors tend to be predominantly realistic individuals, so we are looking for our sailor(s) that have contributed to the club by working outdoors and/or applying themselves to a hands-on project. Check out our website and see how this can be YOU!
SEE PAST DECKHANDS OF THE MONTH HERE!
Canyon Lake Yacht Club Appreciates Our 2025 Parade of Lights Platinum Sponsors
December 16, 2025 - THANK YOU TO OUR PLATINUM STARS!
Wow! What a MAGICAL night on the lake! The 43rd Annual Canyon Lake Parade of Lights was simply SPECTACULAR and none of it would have been possible without the incredible generosity and heartfelt support of Canyon Lake Yacht Club's PLATINUM SPONSORS!
A STANDING OVATION to:
✨ Quality Custom Pools – Creating beautiful outdoor dreams and paradise backyards right here in Canyon Lake!
✨ Viele & Sons – A family-owned legacy since 1958, nourishing our community with quality and heart!
✨ Canyon Lake POA – The backbone of our beloved community, making Canyon Lake the special place we call home!
✨ Last Chance Performance – Powering the passion and performance that keeps our lake life thriving!
✨ VNAcare – Bringing compassionate care and healing to those we cherish most!
These extraordinary businesses didn't just sponsor an event they provided the ability to light up the water, warmed the hearts, and made memories that our entire community will treasure for years to come!
If you see any of our Platinum Sponsors around town, please give them a heartfelt thank you. It's partners like these who transform Canyon Lake into something truly magical!
You are the HEART of Canyon Lake's holiday tradition!
For more information, visit www.canyonlakeyachtclub.org or email info@clycca.org.
