The Detroit Boat Club is the oldest rowing club in north America. it was founded in 1839, just two years after Michigan was admitted to the union of the United States of America.

Detroit Boat Club Crew is the official name of the rowing crew.

Detroit Boat Club Crew races within the Midwest Rowing Association. There are over 80 schools and clubs in Midwest Rowing.

The Detroit Boat Club Crew is made up of students and mature professionals who enjoy rowing.

The Crew competes under the Detroit Boat Club Crew banner in fall, winter, spring and summer seasons.

Grosse Pointe South and Grosse Pointe North students are eligible to receive their varsity letters for rowing in the spring.

Friends of Detroit Rowing is a 501 c (3) organization through which contributions can be made.