The 2026 J/24 North American Championship was held at Port Credit Yacht Club from September 30-October 4. With an ultimate goal of qualification for the October 2027 J/24 Worlds in Rochester NY, the regatta attracted many of the top veteran J/24 teams from across North America. Six boats from NSC took part out of a 24 boat fleet, far more than from any other club. NSC boat Mojito (aka Clear Air), owned and crewed by NSC’s Vince Somoza won the event.
Heads Up: Upcoming Yard Closures As the Club prepares for Haul-out, members should be aware of several upcoming yard restrictions and temporary closures. These measures ensure safe, efficient movement of equipment and allow Service Providers the space they need to support haul-out and winterizing activities. Daily Restrictions Daily Restrictions (Now in Effect): No parking in…
Maryetta McDowell (nee McArthur) died peacefully at age 85 from pancreatic cancer on September 30, 2026, at home in Ottawa. She was a member of NSC for 41 years along with her husband Hugh McDowell and their C&C 27 “Skygak”. She loved being on the water, sailing, racing and on race committees. A Celebration of…
NAVAA Nominations – 2026 Nominate an NSC member who has made an exceptional volunteer contribution to the club. Submit nominations by midnight October 23 — don’t miss the deadline. Learn more about the NAVAA or go straight to the Nomination Form to submit your candidate. Update log: 2021-11-09, Ross Ernst: Post created. 2022-10-08, HM: Added…
The online NSC Fee Schedule has been updated for the 2026-2027 membership year, which runs from November 1 to October 31. You will find membership, initiation, administrative, mooring, and yard fees here. Each table breaks down the fee, the HST amount, and the total. In addition, we added a new fee estimator tool for new…
Join us for the Dark & Stormy Series, a continuation of our weeknight racing program, which runs Thursday evenings, Oct 1, 8, 15 & 22. There will be a Skippers Meeting each evening at 1710 under the blue tent, followed by a warning at 1800. Get all the details here, and join us for what…
NSC’s annual Turkey Trot pursuit race is the undisputed highlight of our sailing year. It is on Thanksgiving Monday, with first signal on the lake at 1100. Sail once or twice around the yellow Olympic circle marks. Slow boats start first, fast boats start last, and everyone has a good time. Open to keelboats, dinghies…
The NSC Frostbite Series runs Sunday afternoons on the first three Sundays after weeknight racing ends, which, in 2026, is October 4, 11 & 18. There are two races per day, with the first warning signal at 1330, per Part F of the Sailing Instructions. There will be separate starts for PHRF, JAM and Dinghies….
NSC’s annual Turkey Trot pursuit race is one of the highlights of our sailing calendar — as always, it runs on Thanksgiving Monday. The format is unchanged from previous years, but the list of boats and their associated start times and handicaps have been updated. Check this list to make sure your boat is on…
Past and Present Directors Recognized The Nepean Sailing Club welcomed past and present members of its Board of Directors on Saturday, September 20. This special afternoon of recognition celebrated the individuals who have helped guide and support the club throughout its history. A total of 16 past and current directors attended. This event brought together…
