Culrose McLaughlin was a trailblazer for mariners of colour in the U.S. and Canada, his career ascent having preceded Jackie Robinson, Willie O’Ree, and Civil Rights. He first came to Canada in 1921. #blackhistorymonth #blackyachtinghistory Courtesy Ashley Newall, author.
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Meeting to discuss sewing workshops Saturday April 23, 11AM
Sewing Workshops – Cushions, Mattresses, Curtains, Sail Covers & Stack Packs etc. A meeting will be held at NSC Saturday April 23 at 11:00 am in the Sailing Room to discuss the establishment of a series of Sewing Workshops for those members with sewing projects.
Parking at NSC 2016
The City of Ottawa bylaw enforcement officers are ticketing cars that are illegally parked in Dick Bell Park. To alleviate this problem, parking permits are available.
Tell Us About Your Sailing
Share how often you went sailing/boating last season!
NSC’s Purple Martin Banding
Did you know that NSC not only houses some 700 boats, but almost as many purple martins and that their “condos” were built by one of our very own? Find out more on our web page about NSC’s purple martins. During the bird banding sessions on July 8 & 15, we expect hundreds of baby…
Power for Mothers
I, for one, was delighted to see the NSC Mother’s Day Brunch back on the menu. Seemed that the day went off without a hitch – smiling faces all around, hot and cold buffet and a nice warm room on a windy and cool day. Why mention the heat? Read on….
Pleasure Craft License Renewal
Do to recent changes in the Canada Shipping Act, 2001, pleasure craft licences are now valid for 10 years. (Updated)