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Mobility Cup 2025: A great time was had by all
By John Brooks I enjoyed the annual Mobility Cup 2025 held this year in Pointe-Claire (Que) in August so much that, before it ended, I was already looking forward to the one next year, which will be in Vancouver. It was very moving to see more than 15 boats sitting in the harbour awaiting 30…
NAVAA Nominations – 2025
Nominations are now open for the 2025 NSC Annual Volunteer Achievement Award (NAVAA). This award is for the NSC member who has demonstratively made an exceptional volunteer contribution to the aims, objectives and betterment of the club in the past year. The deadline for nominations is October 31st. Read all about the NAVAA, or skip…
Racing after sunset
Whether racing or cruising, keelboats are expected to be equipped with appropriate lights if on the water after sunset; these are required both by the Collision Regulations (ColRegs), and our Sailing Instructions (SIs). There is nothing in our Interclub SIs that precludes keelboat races from being run after sunset, and sailors should be prepared for…
Last Chance to Complete the NSC Member Survey
We’ve had a great response so far—thank you to everyone who’s already shared their thoughts and experiences! Your feedback is invaluable and greatly appreciated. If you haven’t had a chance to complete the survey yet, there’s still time. A reminder email went out today, and the survey window will close on September 2. Don’t miss…
Purple Martin Report – Nepean Sailing Club, 2025
Purple Martins returned to the NSC colony on their usual schedule, April 17, 2025. This season we recorded only 15 nesting pairs, producing 61 nestlings, all of which were banded. Unfortunately, this marks the lowest number on record for our site. One unusual highlight was the discovery of a leucistic Purple Martin nestling, a rare…
Harbourmaster Race Report
Event Overview On August 16, 2025, an enthusiastic group of sailors gathered on the NSC deck for an exhilarating day of racing in the inner harbour. The event brought together big personalities (people) and small boats (O’pen Bics) promising an unforgettable experience for all involved. The Final Showdown The last leg of the race featured…