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PYC Board of Director Meeting
All members are welcome to attend and observe the meeting
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PYC Board of Director Meeting
All members are welcome to attend and observe the meeting
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PYC Board of Director Meeting
All members are welcome to attend and observe the meeting
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Spring Volunteer Day - Docks
Install of docks
Spring Clean-up
All regular and sailing/boating members are required to attend. If not able to participate an alternate workday can be arranged with the Commodore or a fee of $75 will be charged
Make up day if the weather on April 4th does not cooperate
Leaf Cleanup
All regular and sailing/boating members are required to attend. If not able to participate an alternate workday can be arranged with the Commodore or a fee of $75 will be charged
Member Lifts will be placed the Week of April 27th. Members that had lifts installed for the 2025 season need to confirm they are returning for the 2026 season by March 31st.
IDNR manages Stratton Dam gates with a target of keeping water level in the lakes between 3.8ft and 4.2ft during the summer as measured at the USGS Fox Lake gauge at Lake Villa. Summer level is May 1st to October 31st. Winter water level is 2.5ft. The summer water level is referred to as summer pool.
Rigging and Launching is always easier if there is an extra set of hands available. Let’s see if we can make launching a sailing community activity.
PYC Board of Director Meeting
All members are welcome to attend and observe the meeting
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Rigging and Launching is always easier if there is an extra set of hands available. Let’s see if we can make launching a sailing community activity.
Come out and hear about all the exciting things that will be happen at Pistakee Yacht Club this year!
Come out and hear about all the exciting things that will be happen at Pistakee Yacht Club this year!
Bring an appetizer the Club will provide beverages. Guests Welcome
Skippers meet at the club at 9. First start is at 10 out on the main body of Pistakee Lake. At times C Scow skippers are looking for crew so if you are interested in crewing come out and meet the skippers. Generally there are two races of under an hour. The activities are wrapped up about 1 o’clock.
The race committee duties are completed by a group of volunteers. The race committee sets the course and conducts the starts and records the finishes. The race committee boat is a pontoon which can accommodate additional volunteers and spectators.
Skipper & crew meet at the club at 9. Racing starts at 10 out on the main body of Lake Pistakee Lake.
Dinghy Racing is focused on racing sailing smaller boats that are sailed single handed or with a skipper and one crew. The Sailing School sets a race course and conducts a quick pre-race clinic before the racing. Check out the Sailing School website for more information on the racing clinics. Club member dinghy sailors provide their own boats. The sailing school provides boats for those taking the clinic. For dinghy racing boats must not be over 16ft in length.
Skippers meet at the club at 9. First start is at 10 out on the main body of Pistakee Lake. At times C Scow skippers are looking for crew so if you are interested in crewing come out and meet the skippers. Generally there are two races of under an hour. The activities are wrapped up about 1 o’clock.
The race committee duties are completed by a group of volunteers. The race committee sets the course and conducts the starts and records the finishes. The race committee boat is a pontoon which can accommodate additional volunteers and spectators.
Skippers gather for cruise sailing around the lake. This is a causal sailing activity where sailors enjoy time on the water while all involved gaining experience. Skippers with large enough boats for passengers generally welcome crew so even if you done have a boat come on out and caught a ride. Skippers often discuss their experiences on the water once they have returned to shore. All type of sailboats are welcome from Sunfish to E Scows. Our most common passenger boat is a Flying Scot.
Dinghy Racing is focused on racing sailing smaller boats that are sailed single handed or with a skipper and one crew. The Sailing School sets a race course and conducts a quick pre-race clinic before the racing. Check out the Sailing School website for more information on the racing clinics. Club member dinghy sailors provide their own boats. The sailing school provides boats for those taking the clinic. For dinghy racing boats must not be over 16ft in length.
Skippers meet at the club at 9. First start is at 10 out on the main body of Pistakee Lake. At times C Scow skippers are looking for crew so if you are interested in crewing come out and meet the skippers. Generally there are two races of under an hour. The activities are wrapped up about 1 o’clock.
The race committee duties are completed by a group of volunteers. The race committee sets the course and conducts the starts and records the finishes. The race committee boat is a pontoon which can accommodate additional volunteers and spectators.
Skippers gather for cruise sailing around the lake. This is a causal sailing activity where sailors enjoy time on the water while all involved gaining experience. Skippers with large enough boats for passengers generally welcome crew so even if you done have a boat come on out and caught a ride. Skippers often discuss their experiences on the water once they have returned to shore. All type of sailboats are welcome from Sunfish to E Scows. Our most common passenger boat is a Flying Scot.
Dinghy Racing is focused on racing sailing smaller boats that are sailed single handed or with a skipper and one crew. The Sailing School sets a race course and conducts a quick pre-race clinic before the racing. Check out the Sailing School website for more information on the racing clinics. Club member dinghy sailors provide their own boats. The sailing school provides boats for those taking the clinic. For dinghy racing boats must not be over 16ft in length.
Skippers meet at the club at 9. First start is at 10 out on the main body of Pistakee Lake. At times C Scow skippers are looking for crew so if you are interested in crewing come out and meet the skippers. Generally there are two races of under an hour. The activities are wrapped up about 1 o’clock.
The race committee duties are completed by a group of volunteers. The race committee sets the course and conducts the starts and records the finishes. The race committee boat is a pontoon which can accommodate additional volunteers and spectators.
Skippers gather for cruise sailing around the lake. This is a causal sailing activity where sailors enjoy time on the water while all involved gaining experience. Skippers with large enough boats for passengers generally welcome crew so even if you done have a boat come on out and caught a ride. Skippers often discuss their experiences on the water once they have returned to shore. All type of sailboats are welcome from Sunfish to E Scows. Our most common passenger boat is a Flying Scot.
Dinghy Racing is focused on racing sailing smaller boats that are sailed single handed or with a skipper and one crew. The Sailing School sets a race course and conducts a quick pre-race clinic before the racing. Check out the Sailing School website for more information on the racing clinics. Club member dinghy sailors provide their own boats. The sailing school provides boats for those taking the clinic. For dinghy racing boats must not be over 16ft in length.
Skippers meet at the club at 9. First start is at 10 out on the main body of Pistakee Lake. At times C Scow skippers are looking for crew so if you are interested in crewing come out and meet the skippers. Generally there are two races of under an hour. The activities are wrapped up about 1 o’clock.
The race committee duties are completed by a group of volunteers. The race committee sets the course and conducts the starts and records the finishes. The race committee boat is a pontoon which can accommodate additional volunteers and spectators.
Skippers gather for cruise sailing around the lake. This is a causal sailing activity where sailors enjoy time on the water while all involved gaining experience. Skippers with large enough boats for passengers generally welcome crew so even if you done have a boat come on out and caught a ride. Skippers often discuss their experiences on the water once they have returned to shore. All type of sailboats are welcome from Sunfish to E Scows. Our most common passenger boat is a Flying Scot.
Dinghy Racing is focused on racing sailing smaller boats that are sailed single handed or with a skipper and one crew. The Sailing School sets a race course and conducts a quick pre-race clinic before the racing. Check out the Sailing School website for more information on the racing clinics. Club member dinghy sailors provide their own boats. The sailing school provides boats for those taking the clinic. For dinghy racing boats must not be over 16ft in length.
Skippers meet at the club at 9. First start is at 10 out on the main body of Pistakee Lake. At times C Scow skippers are looking for crew so if you are interested in crewing come out and meet the skippers. Generally there are two races of under an hour. The activities are wrapped up about 1 o’clock.
The race committee duties are completed by a group of volunteers. The race committee sets the course and conducts the starts and records the finishes. The race committee boat is a pontoon which can accommodate additional volunteers and spectators.
Skippers gather for cruise sailing around the lake. This is a causal sailing activity where sailors enjoy time on the water while all involved gaining experience. Skippers with large enough boats for passengers generally welcome crew so even if you done have a boat come on out and caught a ride. Skippers often discuss their experiences on the water once they have returned to shore. All type of sailboats are welcome from Sunfish to E Scows. Our most common passenger boat is a Flying Scot.
Dinghy Racing is focused on racing sailing smaller boats that are sailed single handed or with a skipper and one crew. The Sailing School sets a race course and conducts a quick pre-race clinic before the racing. Check out the Sailing School website for more information on the racing clinics. Club member dinghy sailors provide their own boats. The sailing school provides boats for those taking the clinic. For dinghy racing boats must not be over 16ft in length.
Skipper & crew meet at the club at 9. Racing starts at 10 out on the main body of Lake Pistakee Lake.
Skippers meet at the club at 9. First start is at 10 out on the main body of Pistakee Lake. At times C Scow skippers are looking for crew so if you are interested in crewing come out and meet the skippers. Generally there are two races of under an hour. The activities are wrapped up about 1 o’clock.
The race committee duties are completed by a group of volunteers. The race committee sets the course and conducts the starts and records the finishes. The race committee boat is a pontoon which can accommodate additional volunteers and spectators.
Skippers gather for cruise sailing around the lake. This is a causal sailing activity where sailors enjoy time on the water while all involved gaining experience. Skippers with large enough boats for passengers generally welcome crew so even if you done have a boat come on out and caught a ride. Skippers often discuss their experiences on the water once they have returned to shore. All type of sailboats are welcome from Sunfish to E Scows. Our most common passenger boat is a Flying Scot.
Dinghy Racing is focused on racing sailing smaller boats that are sailed single handed or with a skipper and one crew. The Sailing School sets a race course and conducts a quick pre-race clinic before the racing. Check out the Sailing School website for more information on the racing clinics. Club member dinghy sailors provide their own boats. The sailing school provides boats for those taking the clinic. For dinghy racing boats must not be over 16ft in length.
Skippers meet at the club at 9. First start is at 10 out on the main body of Pistakee Lake. At times C Scow skippers are looking for crew so if you are interested in crewing come out and meet the skippers. Generally there are two races of under an hour. The activities are wrapped up about 1 o’clock.
The race committee duties are completed by a group of volunteers. The race committee sets the course and conducts the starts and records the finishes. The race committee boat is a pontoon which can accommodate additional volunteers and spectators.
Skippers gather for cruise sailing around the lake. This is a causal sailing activity where sailors enjoy time on the water while all involved gaining experience. Skippers with large enough boats for passengers generally welcome crew so even if you done have a boat come on out and caught a ride. Skippers often discuss their experiences on the water once they have returned to shore. All type of sailboats are welcome from Sunfish to E Scows. Our most common passenger boat is a Flying Scot.
Dinghy Racing is focused on racing sailing smaller boats that are sailed single handed or with a skipper and one crew. The Sailing School sets a race course and conducts a quick pre-race clinic before the racing. Check out the Sailing School website for more information on the racing clinics. Club member dinghy sailors provide their own boats. The sailing school provides boats for those taking the clinic. For dinghy racing boats must not be over 16ft in length.
Skippers meet at the club at 9. First start is at 10 out on the main body of Pistakee Lake. At times C Scow skippers are looking for crew so if you are interested in crewing come out and meet the skippers. Generally there are two races of under an hour. The activities are wrapped up about 1 o’clock.
The race committee duties are completed by a group of volunteers. The race committee sets the course and conducts the starts and records the finishes. The race committee boat is a pontoon which can accommodate additional volunteers and spectators.
Skippers gather for cruise sailing around the lake. This is a causal sailing activity where sailors enjoy time on the water while all involved gaining experience. Skippers with large enough boats for passengers generally welcome crew so even if you done have a boat come on out and caught a ride. Skippers often discuss their experiences on the water once they have returned to shore. All type of sailboats are welcome from Sunfish to E Scows. Our most common passenger boat is a Flying Scot.
Dinghy Racing is focused on racing sailing smaller boats that are sailed single handed or with a skipper and one crew. The Sailing School sets a race course and conducts a quick pre-race clinic before the racing. Check out the Sailing School website for more information on the racing clinics. Club member dinghy sailors provide their own boats. The sailing school provides boats for those taking the clinic. For dinghy racing boats must not be over 16ft in length.
Skippers meet at the club at 9. First start is at 10 out on the main body of Pistakee Lake. At times C Scow skippers are looking for crew so if you are interested in crewing come out and meet the skippers. Generally there are two races of under an hour. The activities are wrapped up about 1 o’clock.
The race committee duties are completed by a group of volunteers. The race committee sets the course and conducts the starts and records the finishes. The race committee boat is a pontoon which can accommodate additional volunteers and spectators.
Skippers gather for cruise sailing around the lake. This is a causal sailing activity where sailors enjoy time on the water while all involved gaining experience. Skippers with large enough boats for passengers generally welcome crew so even if you done have a boat come on out and caught a ride. Skippers often discuss their experiences on the water once they have returned to shore. All type of sailboats are welcome from Sunfish to E Scows. Our most common passenger boat is a Flying Scot.
Dinghy Racing is focused on racing sailing smaller boats that are sailed single handed or with a skipper and one crew. The Sailing School sets a race course and conducts a quick pre-race clinic before the racing. Check out the Sailing School website for more information on the racing clinics. Club member dinghy sailors provide their own boats. The sailing school provides boats for those taking the clinic. For dinghy racing boats must not be over 16ft in length.
Skippers meet at the club at 9. First start is at 10 out on the main body of Pistakee Lake. At times C Scow skippers are looking for crew so if you are interested in crewing come out and meet the skippers. Generally there are two races of under an hour. The activities are wrapped up about 1 o’clock.
The race committee duties are completed by a group of volunteers. The race committee sets the course and conducts the starts and records the finishes. The race committee boat is a pontoon which can accommodate additional volunteers and spectators.
Skippers gather for cruise sailing around the lake. This is a causal sailing activity where sailors enjoy time on the water while all involved gaining experience. Skippers with large enough boats for passengers generally welcome crew so even if you done have a boat come on out and caught a ride. Skippers often discuss their experiences on the water once they have returned to shore. All type of sailboats are welcome from Sunfish to E Scows. Our most common passenger boat is a Flying Scot.
Dinghy Racing is focused on racing sailing smaller boats that are sailed single handed or with a skipper and one crew. The Sailing School sets a race course and conducts a quick pre-race clinic before the racing. Check out the Sailing School website for more information on the racing clinics. Club member dinghy sailors provide their own boats. The sailing school provides boats for those taking the clinic. For dinghy racing boats must not be over 16ft in length.
Skippers meet at the club at 9. First start is at 10 out on the main body of Pistakee Lake. At times C Scow skippers are looking for crew so if you are interested in crewing come out and meet the skippers. Generally there are two races of under an hour. The activities are wrapped up about 1 o’clock.
The race committee duties are completed by a group of volunteers. The race committee sets the course and conducts the starts and records the finishes. The race committee boat is a pontoon which can accommodate additional volunteers and spectators.
Skippers gather for cruise sailing around the lake. This is a causal sailing activity where sailors enjoy time on the water while all involved gaining experience. Skippers with large enough boats for passengers generally welcome crew so even if you done have a boat come on out and caught a ride. Skippers often discuss their experiences on the water once they have returned to shore. All type of sailboats are welcome from Sunfish to E Scows. Our most common passenger boat is a Flying Scot.
Dinghy Sailing is focused on sailing smaller boats that are sailed single handed or with a skipper and one crew. Later in the season this activity is supported by the Sailing School and becomes a dinghy racing night. The Sailing School sets a race course and conducts a quick pre-race clinic before the racing. Check out the Sailing School website for more information on the racing clinic. Dinghy sailors provide their own boats. The sailing school boats are use by those taking the clinic. For dinghy racing boats should not be over 16ft in length.
Skippers meet at the club at 9. First start is at 10 out on the main body of Pistakee Lake. At times C Scow skippers are looking for crew so if you are interested in crewing come out and meet the skippers. Generally there are two races of under an hour. The activities are wrapped up about 1 o’clock.
The race committee duties are completed by a group of volunteers. The race committee sets the course and conducts the starts and records the finishes. The race committee boat is a pontoon which can accommodate additional volunteers and spectators.
Skippers gather for cruise sailing around the lake. This is a causal sailing activity where sailors enjoy time on the water while all involved gaining experience. Skippers with large enough boats for passengers generally welcome crew so even if you done have a boat come on out and caught a ride. Skippers often discuss their experiences on the water once they have returned to shore. All type of sailboats are welcome from Sunfish to E Scows. Our most common passenger boat is a Flying Scot.
Dinghy Sailing is focused on sailing smaller boats that are sailed single handed or with a skipper and one crew. Later in the season this activity is supported by the Sailing School and becomes a dinghy racing night. The Sailing School sets a race course and conducts a quick pre-race clinic before the racing. Check out the Sailing School website for more information on the racing clinic. Dinghy sailors provide their own boats. The sailing school boats are use by those taking the clinic. For dinghy racing boats should not be over 16ft in length.
Skippers meet at the club at 9. First start is at 10 out on the main body of Pistakee Lake. At times C Scow skippers are looking for crew so if you are interested in crewing come out and meet the skippers. Generally there are two races of under an hour. The activities are wrapped up about 1 o’clock.
The race committee duties are completed by a group of volunteers. The race committee sets the course and conducts the starts and records the finishes. The race committee boat is a pontoon which can accommodate additional volunteers and spectators.
Skippers gather for cruise sailing around the lake. This is a causal sailing activity where sailors enjoy time on the water while all involved gaining experience. Skippers with large enough boats for passengers generally welcome crew so even if you done have a boat come on out and caught a ride. Skippers often discuss their experiences on the water once they have returned to shore. All type of sailboats are welcome from Sunfish to E Scows. Our most common passenger boat is a Flying Scot.
Dinghy Sailing is focused on sailing smaller boats that are sailed single handed or with a skipper and one crew. Later in the season this activity is supported by the Sailing School and becomes a dinghy racing night. The Sailing School sets a race course and conducts a quick pre-race clinic before the racing. Check out the Sailing School website for more information on the racing clinic. Dinghy sailors provide their own boats. The sailing school boats are use by those taking the clinic. For dinghy racing boats should not be over 16ft in length.
Skippers meet at the club at 9. First start is at 10 out on the main body of Pistakee Lake. At times C Scow skippers are looking for crew so if you are interested in crewing come out and meet the skippers. Generally there are two races of under an hour. The activities are wrapped up about 1 o’clock.
The race committee duties are completed by a group of volunteers. The race committee sets the course and conducts the starts and records the finishes. The race committee boat is a pontoon which can accommodate additional volunteers and spectators.
Skipper & crew meet at the club at 9. Racing starts at 10 out on the main body of Lake Pistakee Lake.
Schedule to be announced
This is informal racing around the lake. Our start and finish line is the main pier and we sail around a series of navigation buoys. It’s fun and interesting because you sail many different heading to the wind.
Dinner plans TBD, Beverages provided.
This is informal racing around the lake. Our start and finish line is the main pier and we sail around a series of navigation buoys. It’s fun and interesting because you sail many different heading to the wind.
This is informal racing around the lake. Our start and finish line is the main pier and we sail around a series of navigation buoys. It’s fun and interesting because you sail many different heading to the wind.
This is informal racing around the lake. Our start and finish line is the main pier and we sail around a series of navigation buoys. It’s fun and interesting because you sail many different heading to the wind.
This is informal racing around the lake. Our start and finish line is the main pier and we sail around a series of navigation buoys. It’s fun and interesting because you sail many different heading to the wind.
Member boats should be removed from lifts and any extension cords used to power lifts should be removed along with the fasteners.
Docks out and clean dock legs
Put away furniture and do a general clean up of the club and grounds
All Regular, Sailing and Powerboating are required to participate or make alternate arrangements with the commodore
Member Lifts will be lifted out the Week of October 19th. Members lifts should be in the up position.
Docks out and clean dock legs
Put away furniture and do a general clean up of the club and grounds
All Regular, Sailing and Powerboating are required to participate or make alternate arrangements with the commodore
This session with Dave Perry – sailor, coach author and much more – is a must-see experience. He brings knowledge, humor, unparalleled credentials and a down- to-earth approach to explaining sailing tactics and rules. Dave will speak all day Saturday at Harken on a multitude of topics at the Bill Bentsen Rules Initiative, sponsored in part by the Bill Bentsen Family. The ILYA Education Committee has structured the day to include rules, tactics, boat communication and Q&A from you. Committee member Jeff Baker has selected one of his favorite Perry topics – When Things Go Dark! You will find Dave to be open, approachable and always informative. The morning begins at 9 a.m. and will end early evening to give you flexibility and networking time. Please feel free to come and go throughout the day as we know our winter weekends get filled with other activities.
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PYC Board of Director Meeting
All members are welcome to attend and observe the meeting
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PYC Board of Director Meeting
All members are welcome to attend and observe the meeting
Google Meeting Link - https://meet.google.com/vgr-nsvj-bkz?authuser=0
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Member Lifts will be lifted out the Week of October 20th. Members lifts should be in the up position.
Lift out and clean piers
Put away furniture and do a general clean up of the club and grounds
All Regular, Sailing and Powerboating are required to participate or make alternate arrangements with the commodore
Member boats should be removed from lifts and any extension cords used to power lifts should be removed along with the fasteners.
Members not attending the private event should restrict their use of the clubhouse to the restrooms in the main entryway.
This is informal racing around the lake. Our start and finish line is the main pier and we sail around a series of navigation buoys. It’s fun and interesting because you sail many different heading to the wind. All types of boats are welcome to participate.
PYC Board of Director Meeting
All members are welcome to attend and observe the meeting
Zoom Meeting - Call Club # if you are interested in listening in
This is informal racing around the lake. Our start and finish line is the main pier and we sail around a series of navigation buoys. It’s fun and interesting because you sail many different heading to the wind. All types of boats are welcome to participate.
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Community Sailing School @ Pistakee - Bear’s Squares and Meat Raffle
Come support your local sailing school while enjoy the Bear’s game and a meat raffle
$10 admission gets you one square on the Bear’s Squares Board. Additional squares can be purchased for $10.
This is informal racing around the lake. Our start and finish line is the main pier and we sail around a series of navigation buoys. It’s fun and interesting because you sail many different heading to the wind. All types of boats are welcome to participate.
This is informal sailing/racing around the lake. Our start and finish line is the main pier and we sail around a series of navigation buoys. It’s fun and interesting because you sail many different heading to the wind. All types of boats are welcome to participate.
Dinner plans TBD, Beverages provided.
Come out and celebrate our 2025 Sailing and Boating Season.
2025 Officers will give an annual update with the Rear Commodore will lead the presentation of awards.
This is informal sailing/racing around the lake. Our start and finish line is the main pier and we sail around a series of navigation buoys. It’s fun and interesting because you sail many different heading to the wind. All types of boats are welcome to participate.
This is informal racing around the lake. Our start and finish line is the main pier and we sail around a series of navigation buoys. It’s fun and interesting because you sail many different heading to the wind.
Schedule to be announced
Skipper & crew meet at the club at 9. Racing starts at 10 out on the main body of Lake Pistakee Lake.
Skippers meet at the club at 9. First start is at 10 out on the main body of Pistakee Lake. At times C Scow skippers are looking for crew so if you are interested in crewing come out and meet the skippers. Generally there are two races of under an hour. The activities are wrapped up about 1 o’clock.
The race committee duties are completed by a group of volunteers. The race committee sets the course and conducts the starts and records the finishes. The race committee boat is a pontoon which can accommodate additional volunteers and spectators.
Dinghy Sailing is focused on sailing smaller boats that are sailed single handed or with a skipper and one crew. Later in the season this activity is supported by the Sailing School and becomes a dinghy racing night. The Sailing School sets a race course and conducts a quick pre-race clinic before the racing. Check out the Sailing School website for more information on the racing clinic. Dinghy sailors provide their own boats. The sailing school boats are use by those taking the clinic. For dinghy racing boats should not be over 16ft in length.
Skippers gather for cruise sailing around the lake. This is a causal sailing activity where sailors enjoy time on the water while all involved gaining experience. Skippers with large enough boats for passengers generally welcome crew so even if you done have a boat come on out and caught a ride. Skippers often discuss their experiences on the water once they have returned to shore. All type of sailboats are welcome from Sunfish to E Scows. Our most common passenger boat is a Flying Scot.
Skippers meet at the club at 9. First start is at 10 out on the main body of Pistakee Lake. At times C Scow skippers are looking for crew so if you are interested in crewing come out and meet the skippers. Generally there are two races of under an hour. The activities are wrapped up about 1 o’clock.
The race committee duties are completed by a group of volunteers. The race committee sets the course and conducts the starts and records the finishes. The race committee boat is a pontoon which can accommodate additional volunteers and spectators.
Friday Night on the Bay is an informal social activity when members and their guests gather at the club to enjoy an evening by the lake. Members bring a snack to share. Bring your own drinks, but remember only members can bring acholic beverages onto the premises. This is a great way to meet other members of the club and sharing sailing and boating experiences.
Dinghy Sailing is focused on sailing smaller boats that are sailed single handed or with a skipper and one crew. Later in the season this activity is supported by the Sailing School and becomes a dinghy racing night. The Sailing School sets a race course and conducts a quick pre-race clinic before the racing. Check out the Sailing School website for more information on the racing clinic. Dinghy sailors provide their own boats. The sailing school boats are use by those taking the clinic. For dinghy racing boats should not be over 16ft in length.
Skippers gather for cruise sailing around the lake. This is a causal sailing activity where sailors enjoy time on the water while all involved gaining experience. Skippers with large enough boats for passengers generally welcome crew so even if you done have a boat come on out and caught a ride. Skippers often discuss their experiences on the water once they have returned to shore. All type of sailboats are welcome from Sunfish to E Scows. Our most common passenger boat is a Flying Scot.
Skippers meet at the club at 9. First start is at 10 out on the main body of Pistakee Lake. At times C Scow skippers are looking for crew so if you are interested in crewing come out and meet the skippers. Generally there are two races of under an hour. The activities are wrapped up about 1 o’clock.
The race committee duties are completed by a group of volunteers. The race committee sets the course and conducts the starts and records the finishes. The race committee boat is a pontoon which can accommodate additional volunteers and spectators.
Dinghy Racing is focused on racing sailing smaller boats that are sailed single handed or with a skipper and one crew. The Sailing School sets a race course and conducts a quick pre-race clinic before the racing. Check out the Sailing School website for more information on the racing clinics. Club member dinghy sailors provide their own boats. The sailing school provides boats for those taking the clinic. For dinghy racing boats must not be over 16ft in length.