It is with sadness that we report the passing on April 4 of NSC’s first Commodore, Gerald Gravelle (Gerry), and skipper of his home-built trimaran “Late for Dinner.” Member of NSC’s first Executive (seen here with former Mayor Ben Franklin), “back when there was no breakwater, no yacht basin, no docks, no compound, no clubhouse,…
It is with great sadness that we inform NSC members of the passing of long time member, Bruce Macdonald. Bruce passed away on Saturday, April 13 after a long illness. Further details are available here. Bruce was a legacy member of the Harbour Committee and MAC for decades. Fair winds and following seas Bruce, we…
Members, new and old, are invited to NSC’s New Member Meet and Greet Saturday, April 27 from 5 to 6pm. At the Meet and Greet, we will share information about the Club, provide tours of the Club’s excellent facilities and an opportunity to meet other club members. The Meet and Greet will be followed by…
Women Sailing the Ottawa River, Spring Meeting, Wednesday, 24 April 2024 at NSC. 7 pm in the Harbourview Hall. Dinghy, keelboat or powerboat, racers or cruisers, come meet other women sailing the Ottawa River at this free event. NSC bar and galley will be open. No need to pre-register. 7pm – Introductions 7:30pm – Small…
Hello Everyone, Much has changed in the past week. The harbour is open, the docks have been moved to their properplaces, boats have been launched, and power and water are on in the yard. So, it’s time to get the coveroff, hull waxed, thru-hulls checked, rigging inspected, and give the boat a once-over and decide…
We are exited to announce that NSC’s sailing season kick-off event, THRASH 2024, will take place on Saturday, April 27 as of 6:00pm. THRASH (as in THANK HEAVEN RACING AND SAILING ARE HERE!!!) is NSC’s premier sailing season kick-off event. THRASH 2024 will be different from recent years in that we are foregoing the ticketed…
The 2024 2.4mR CanAm Championship Series (open) wrapped up March 30th at the Charlotte Harbor Yacht Club in beautiful, sunny south-west Florida. This year’s events 4 & 5 included 22 competitors, 9 from Canada including 3 from the NSC. Event 5 was also designated as the US National Championship.
Are you ready to sharpen your racing tactics and strategies from the comfort of your home? Nepean Sailing Club is thrilled to introduce our Online Virtual Racing Practice! Dive into the exciting world of virtual racing using the Virtual Regatta Inshore platform, complemented by live coaching through Google Meet. This winter, experience a unique blend…
Join us for an enlightening talk with Barry Lovett as he delves into the world of marine surveys. Barry will explore the diverse types of surveys essential in the maritime industry, shedding light on their significance and intricacies. Delve into the main components of a survey, gaining invaluable insights into boat identification, precise measurements, and…
The NSC Winter Speaker Series Presents: “Across the Atlantic: Sailing the ARC 2023” Join us for an insightful evening with seasoned sailors Michael Monette, Richard Monette, and Nic Day. Experience their 19-day journey across the Atlantic in the ARC 2023, from Las Palmas to Rodney Bay. Discover the realities of the crossing and gain valuable…