With Winter fast approaching, NSC is changing access protocols to the clubhouse to allow members and their guests to enter the club by either of the main floor doors during bar hours (ie. Wed – Sun). This change will take effect on Wednesday, 24 November. A host will be stationed at the main entrance to…
It is with great sadness that we report the passing of NSC’s founding Commodore, Bill Mantle. Bill was instrumental in the founding of NSC, and served on the Board of Directors from 1978-1981. Bill features prominently in our archive of historical photos, and in the book, Nepean Sailing Club, 1979 to 1994, The First Fifteen…
It is with great sadness that we report the passing of NSC’s founding Commodore, Bill Mantle. Bill was instrumental in the founding of NSC, and served on the Board of Directors from 1978-1981. Bill features prominently in our archive of historical photos, and in the book, Nepean Sailing Club, 1979 to 1994, The First Fifteen…
So this is a great news story for NSC. You might not even know that we have a Legacy Fund or what is does, so check it out here. This year we have THREE recipient teams from NSC sailing exploits. Firstly, if you would like to donate, please look at the value that this brings…
Due to freezing temperatures, the water supply to the yard has been turned off to avoid damage to the system. There is no running water in the Sailing Pavilion washrooms and water at the Service docks has been disconnected.
Due to freezing temperatures, the water supply to the yard has been turned off to avoid damage to the system. There is no running water in the Junior Pavilion washrooms and water at the Service docks has been disconnected. Update log: 202-11-02, CG: Post created. 2022-10-08, HM: Added this update log. Removed year from post…
The NSC harbour is now closed for the Winter as of Tuesday, 16 November. The cranes will be decommissioned for the winter later this month.
A spare tire from a member’s /J22 trailer has gone missing from the yard. This occurred between the dates of 6 and 14 November. If anyone knows of its whereabouts, or perhaps needed to use it for an emergency, please contact James Pole: mpm@nsc.ca No questions will be asked.
Dominic Goodwill set out to determine which months have the best winds in Ottawa for hosting regattas. Using wind data recorded at the Ottawa airport from 2012-2020, his conclusions might surprise you. See his report.
As is tradition, all Members are invited to nominate NSC sailors, boats or groups for the prestigious Commodore’s Cup or Boole Trophy for upholding excellence in racing, and the notorious Dumper award for the most creative boating technique.