Whether racing or cruising, keelboats are expected to be equipped with appropriate lights; these are required both by the Collision Regulations (ColRegs), and our SIs in the case of racing. There is nothing in our Interclub Sailing Instructions (SIs) that precludes keelboat races from being run after sunset, and sailors should be prepared for that…
J24 Team Canada J24 Team Canada, led by Michele Cimon, returns to New York City for the Lady Liberty Invitational Regatta 2023, September 8-10. NSC members Michele (trimmer), Zhanna Orazgalieva (middle), Jenn Spallin (mast), and Kirsten Carroll Somoza (foredeck), join helm Melodie Gummer from Kingston Yacht Club to form the crew for this year’s team….
RCYC’s stunning 90-year old Canada’s Cup contender, the Severn 2, built in Scotland in 1934 was “holed” in a race on June 17 and sank in 100 metres of water off Toronto. Here is the fascinating story of her suspected demise and surprising rescue.
Did you know a bunch of local sailors have been raising funds for several years now for camp for kids with cancer? Why not become a Solo Sailor and join in the fun and skill building to help raise funds and awareness for Campfire Circle? Never solo sailed before? We can help you!
The Coast Guard has repositioned buoy K1 it its proper position. K1 marks the western edge of Britannia Shoal; refer to this chart.
The NSC Crew Bank is now open for those looking for crewing spots, and for skippers/owners looking for crew. Whether you’re new to town, new to the club, or just looking for something different, the Crew Bank is a great way to connect with like-minded sailors looking for someone with whom to sail.
Per NAVWARN NW-C-1894-22 issued 2022-10-26, a new unlit green ORT buoy with identification K9 has been installed at 45° 24.049’N 075° 53.537’W, approximately 0.3 Nm northwest of Aylmer Island. This buoy has been added to the Navionics database as displayed here.
NSC is once again offering Social Day-Cruising. You don’t own a keelboat but would like to get on one? You have a keelboat but would like to show others the ropes or need help in stronger winds? We can match you up once a week! Visit our Social Day-Cruising update page.
Once again, one of our own, David Morralee, is spearheading a long distance charity solo sail of a fleet of boats August 16-21, attempting to cover 300km on the Ottawa River in 6 days. The charity is Campfire Circle that hosts camp for kids affected by cancer and their families.
On possibly the hottest weekend of this summer, about 25 boats and over 100 folks met up-river for our signature cruising rendezvous at Baskins Beach. Some by boat, and some by road; old friends gathered, and new friendships were formed.