Back by popular demand and on Zoom for the first time, the 2021 Women in Wind Conference takes place on the afternoon of Saturday, April 24th. As of April 13, more than 50 women are registered. Speakers range from a commodore to a cruise week director, from local sailors to an Olympic racer. more…
Category Archives: Expired
Speaker Wed April 14 7.30 pm David Neasmith – Getting into the Water
This week’s presentation is all about the NSC harbour and yard. Our Rear Commodore and Harbourmaster, David will cover all about how to get your boat in the water in the Spring and out in the Fall, as well as everything in between. more…
Joyce Fielding, 1929-2021
It is with great sadness that we share with you the loss of long time NSC member Joyce Fielding who passed away on March 26, 2021. See this obituary.
Winter Speaker Wed April 7: Boat, Explore, Belong – Now more than ever at NSC
With Mike Thompson at 7.30pm: Mike will share his passion for all things NSC. NSC’s programs continue to grow and evolve and provide a space to kick back and relax, and an outlet to explore, learn and accomplish. “The facilities are the best bar none. NSC is a gem!” more…
Misplaced Raymarine Instruments
Three Raymarine instruments have been forgotten in the vicinity of the blue top tent, approximately between September 8 and October 24. more…
2021 Dock Top Replacement Project – Completed
This year’s dock top demolition has been completed in record time over the 20/21 March weekend. A and X dock mains are now having new stringers and decking installed over the next month. A big “Thank You” to all the hard working members who came out. Well done to all of you!!! No further volunteer work parties are required for this Spring.
Winter Speaker Wed Mar 31, Musings on year one of Liveaboard Life: Ian Torrie
Ian will share the richness and challenges of his and Michelle’s transition from full-time jobs to being full time live-aboard nomads, while imparting a few observations and lessons learned along the way. As the backbone of the presentation, you’ll see the results of Michelle’s craft as a photographer, while Ian gives voice to their life transition. more…
Winter Speaker Wed Mar 24, 7.30pm: Concussions in Sailing
Dr Cathy Duchesne & Dominic Goodwill will speak about Concussions in Sailing: What they are and what to do about them. Boats have wet surfaces that bounce and tilt. Sailing boats have a boom that flies around. Docks and ramps can be slippery. Injuries happen in our sport. Ontario is rolling out Rowan’s Law, in response to concussion injuries in sports. more…