NSC’s annual Turkey Trot pursuit race is one of the highlights of our sailing calendar — it runs on Thanksgiving Monday, with the warning signal at 1100. The format is unchanged from previous years; review the List of Start Times & Sailing Instructions. more…
Social Day-cruising 2022 wrap-up
NSC’s Social Day-cruising program underwent a post-pandemic reboot this season. Cruising sailors were finally able to gather again to enjoy time on the water, good company and the wonder of wind propulsion. more…
Road Work in Dick Bell Park; Entrance Road to NSC
Members, please note that construction is underway on the road leading to NSC from Carling Avenue. During the resurfacing of the road, please proceed with reduced speed and caution.
NSC Fee Schedule Updated
The on-line NSC Fee Schedule has been updated for the 2023 membership year, which runs November 1 to October 31. The fee schedule covers fees for membership, mooring and other administrative services. As usual, the fee increase generally aligns with the Consumer Price Index (CPI).
Use of Mast Racks over Winter
As you make plans for haulout, please keep in mind that the Club prefers you store your mast on top of your boat over winter. The mast storage racks are not for general use and you need permission to use them – please read on for details. more…
Training For Sailing Judges
Judges are highly-valued volunteers in the sailing community, ensuring fair racing. They are always in demand. Start your path at the Club Judge seminar October 25 + 27. Ramp up to the next level at the Advanced Judge seminar Nov 28, Dec 1 + 5 + 8, and be ready for major away regattas. Register for these Sail Canada online courses here. more…
Co-op Mast Take Down Schedule for 2022 Haul Out
Are you interested in joining with others to help take your mast down? Joining others to take down your mast cooperatively is both faster and safer & saves a few bucks. It is also a great opportunity for members to meet each other and work together like a Club! more…
Frostbite Series: October 2, 9 & 16
The Interclub Frostbite Series runs the first three Sunday afternoons after weeknight racing, which this year is October 2, 9 & 16. Come enjoy the fall colours and an afternoon of around the buoys racing. There are two races per day, with the first warning signal at 13:30, per Part F of the Sailing Instructions.
Report on Queen’s Park Race #3, September 18
BYC hosted the final Queen’s Park Race on Sunday, September 18; this was the sixth, and second-last, race of the Interclub Long-Distance (ILD) Series. The forecast called for lots of rain, but for the start, it was a balmy 21°C with no rain and 3-4 knots out of the SE. But that was soon about to change for the 17 boats that participated, despite the forecast. more…
Report on FANFARE regatta 2022 – September 10-11
The FAntastic Nepean FAll Regatta – FANFARE 2022, ran September 10-11, with 71 people racing in 36 boats. This is our annual fall event for small boats. The race committee fired off 5 to 7 races for each fleet, correctly reading and accounting for a 130° wind-shift in the middle of both days. more…