Handy links for learning about anchoring techniques, and etiquette.
Understanding Anchorages in Canada
On Etiquette:
Anchor Etiquette, Nine Rules to keep friends in the anchorage
Choosing an anchor, and techniques:
Essential Tips when using an anchor
NSC has once again been accepted as a host site for Doors Open Ottawa, which will take place on June 1st and 2nd from 10 – 4 each day. To make this event a success, the PR team is once again looking for a bit of help from members.
(It is not all beaches, beer and bikinis). A PowerPoint presentation on the realities of a bare boat charter anywhere, but particularly in the Caribbean with emphasis on the Grenadines. How to charter, organize and enjoy your vacation. What to realistically expect, how to cope with problems and what it costs.
Ken Aalders will be your guide to exploring the “Ottawa Riviera”. Come discover everything the river has to offer for both casual cruisers and the more adventurous.
March 02 – April 27, 2011
John Rae will talk about Foils and Rudders. Competition Composites, based in Arnprior, owns Phil’s Foils and has provided replacement and redesigned rudders to many. Yet this is just one aspect of their business. If fixing a rudder problem or improving your boat’s performance is something you are thinking about, then you won’t want to…
NSC member Jonas Abromaitis proudly launched his homebuilt 21’ gaff-rigged sloop, Stella Maris, this past sailing season.