It is wonderful to see our harbour filling up with boats! As you enjoy your boats, a few quick reminders: Outboard motors do need to be left in the down position while in the harbour (hazard to other boats); please do not fuel your motors at your slip; and, service docks use is for limited…
While racing is still on hold pending approval from the provincial government, plans are underway, and we fully expect to have some racing program in 2020. But to be eligible, racers must first register; NSC members should use the NSC on-line Race Registration portal.
Members, we are fortunate to have a good season ahead to enjoy our boats. With the warmer weather, upriver outings and sunset sails await! The yard access plan is working well and members are encouraged to come to the club to prepare and launch their boats. If you need a Service Provider to get you…
The Ottawa River Regulation Planning Board posted a YouTube video, recorded April 2, 2020, titled “Lac Deschênes and the Ottawa River Basin”. The presentation provides excellent insight in understanding the situation we face each spring, and the efforts to control and mitigate flooding;
The 2020 wet and trailer launched mooring allocations are now finalized and have been published on the NSC private area Mooring Allocations page. You’ll need to log in with your membership name and number (as shown on your member’s card) to log into the members private area; for assistance, please read the instructions. Contact the…
The Ottawa River Regulation Planning Board has introduced a new graphical Water Level Forecast for Lac Deschênes, which shows the current & forecast water levels, along with median and historical high and low levels.
If you own at boat at NSC, it’s time to ensure you have completed the online form to provide or confirm your insurance information. We won’t be able to assign your slip number until proof of insurance information has been received.
This year’s annual report is ready!
Fleet awards night on 16 November 2019 attracted a large crowd of 140 NSC sailors, who collected 160 awards between them. Fleet’s highest award, the Commodore’s Cup, went to Aaron Wong-Sing and Peter Wood for outstanding competitive sailing and coaching respectively, with particular contributions to the 2019 Mobility Cup.
Thanks to the efforts of a crew of dedicated volunteers and staff, the harbour was successfully closed on Friday, 15 Nov. All docks are now tucked into their winter resting places. The yard remains accessible, but once the snow accumulates, the gates will be chained and locked for the Winter.