RCYC’s stunning 90-year old Canada’s Cup contender, the Severn 2, built in Scotland in 1934 was “holed” in a race on June 17 and sank in 100 metres of water off Toronto. Here is the fascinating story of her suspected demise and surprising rescue. more…
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Report on The C. Thomas Clagett, Jr. Memorial Clinic And Regatta, Newport RI
The C. Thomas Clagett, Jr. Memorial Clinic And Regatta (partnered with the U.S. Para Sailing Championship) was held June 20-25 in Newport, RI. This year’s event included Martin 16’s and 2.4mR’s (open to adaptive and able bodied sailors alike). more…
Newer Member Social Meet-Up Friday, July 7, 5:00 p.m.
For our newer members, we are hosting another social Meet-Up this Friday, July 7 starting at 5:00 pm. We’ll collect in the Harbourview room upstairs in the clubhouse and take off on a tour at 5:15pm of our NSC facility and grounds. more…
Bob Sullivan, 1946-2023
It is with a heavy heart that we say goodbye to long-time NSC member Bob Sullivan. Bob passed away June 27 in hospital in Galway, Ireland. A celebration of life will be held at 716 Owls Cabin Ave., Riverside South, on July 22, 2023, 2:00 to 4:00 pm. more…
Allan John Maclatchy, 1938-2023
It is with great sadness that we report the passing of long-time NSC member Allan Maclatchy. Details are available in this obituary. A casual remembrance event will be held in the Harbourview Hall July 23, 2-4 p.m. more…
Nautical Garage Sale Saturday, July 8th, 2023
No, we didn’t forget! This year’s Nautical Garage Sale will take place around the blue tent and on the west lawn on Saturday, July 8th, 2023, 9am to 12pm. As in the past, you can reserve a table ahead of time by clicking on the link below. more…
NSC’s Purple Martin Banding
Did you know that NSC not only houses some 700 boats, but almost as many purple martins and that their “condos” were built by one of our very own? Find out more on our web page about NSC’s purple martins. During the bird banding sessions on July 8 & 15, we expect hundreds of baby purple martins will be banded.
Update log:
2023-05-30, HM: Updated for 2023 dates.
2023-06-26, HM: Unexpired. Added this update log.
2023-05-30, HM: Updated for 2023 dates.
2023-06-26, HM: Unexpired. Added this update log.
NOD 2023 Wrap-Up: 50 Boats, One Great Race Day and One Not So Good
The NOD (Nepean One Design) regatta, on June 17-18, had 50 boats racing on two race courses on Lac Deschenes, with 110 competitors competing in J/22, J/80, Shark 24, Viper 640, 505, Fireball and Albacore on the middle and upper courses. more…