Yard Open to Vehicles
The yard is now open to vehicle access. Members are reminded to park in designated areas and to not block trailer-launched or dry sail boats. Please drive slowly as we have children and families at the Sailing School.
No Vacancy at Nepean Sailing Club’s purple martin condos
Check out this Ottawa Citizen story about NSC member Peter Huszcz’s purple martin ‘condos’, located on NSC’s west lawn.
2021 Sailing Instructions Now Available
The 2021 Sailing Instructions are now available. As always, there are some noteworthy changes that have been introduced, so be sure to review these before you head out to the race course. However, do NOT read these Sailing Instructions if …
New K1 Buoy Marking Britannia Shoal
At the request/suggestion of NSC, the Canadian Coast Guard has installed a much larger and more visible buoy, K1, to mark Britannia Shoal. Check out the photos below.
Boat Trailers Not Authorized for Storage in the Yard Must be Removed
All trailers that were in the grassed area South of the main gate have been moved into the yard and are secure. We owe our collective thanks to Rene Lessard for his volunteer effort and to the NSC staff. Many of the trailers moved into the yard are not authorized to be kept there. Members…
NSC Wi-Fi Access for Members
The NSC’s Wi-Fi password has been reset. For instant access please visit the Members Passwords and Codes page and provide your username and password associated with your account.
Securing Boat Accessories and Outboards in the Yard
Members are strongly encouraged to ensure that ladders, outboards and other attractive items are secured to their boat in the harbour, or cradle/trailer when in the yard with a locked cable or equivalent.
Dine in on our patio – Sorry, members & guests only at this time
It’s been far too long since we were able to welcome you to a night on the deck for sit down dining. Now we can, and it started Friday 11th June at 4pm.
The NSC Weather Station Is Operational
The NSC owned Weather Station was installed on the lighthouse at the harbour entrance on May 28, 2021. The station’s link is also available in the Weather page.
COVID – a first hand experience, by Laura Parkinson
As we are all rightfully excited to be allowed back to our beloved boats tomorrow to actually get on the water, I wanted to share with you what is an intensely personal account from one of our long standing friends and members: Laura Parkinson.