On Friday evening, Augsust 26, at least nine boats from NSC and BYC ventured out for the third annual Pinhey’s Point Sunset Time Trial to enjoy the sunset, and some racing in the dark. more…
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Report on the Midnight Madness Race – Friday, August 12
Our annual Midnight Madness Race was held on a beautiful moonlit night this past Friday. Eleven avid skippers and their crew embarked on this mission to sail in the dark, and to challenge their sailing abilities. more…
Report on the Single-Handed Race – Sunday, August 14
Thirteen boats made it out for the joint NSC/BYC Single-Handed Keelboat Race on Sunday, August 14. Kudos to RO John Gardner for getting in a race in the very light winds. more…
John Otterspoor, 1952-2022
It is with great sadness that we report the passing of NSC member Johan (John) Jacob “Joby” Otterspoor. A Celebration of John’s life will be held from 1:00 PM to 5:00 PM on September 17. Details are available in this obituary.
Report on the Stony Point Race – Sunday, August 7
NSC hosted the joint Stony Point Race on Sunday, August 7; this was the fourth race of the Interclub Long-Distance (ILD) Series. Eight boats showed up for the 1000 warning for what is the longest of all the ILD races, and they were certainly in for an interesting ride! more…
Single-Handed Race – Sunday, August 14
The joint NSC/BYC Single-Handed Keelboat Race runs this Sunday, August 14, with the warning at 1400, per Part H and Annex A of the Sailing Instructions. more…
Report on Baskins Beach – Saturday, August 6, 2022
On possibly the hottest weekend of this summer, about 25 boats and over 100 folks met up-river for our signature cruising rendezvous at Baskins Beach. Some by boat, and some by road; old friends gathered, and new friendships were formed. more…
Crazy (and Erroneous) Wind Plots
Yes, the weather and winds were crazy on Sunday, August 8. Lots of very heavy downpours amidst thunderstorms, and as reported by multiple weather stations and sailors alike, the wind was constantly changing direction. And yes, the winds did gust over 40 knots a couple of times in the afternoon. But… more…