NSC is experiencing problems with its gate access system and some members may not be able to open gates (west gate, main dock, washrooms, etc.) until further notice. The west gate and gate to the main dock will be propped open until 2100. Thereafter, members may not be able to access the club. more…
Category Archives: Harbour & Yard
Bifurcation Mark is now lit
James Pole reports the Bifurcation mark is now lit, as are our private channel buoys. more…
Yard Closures and Parking in the NSC Yard
There is no parking in the Yard until further advised. Exceptions are made for Park sailors and Able sailors while they are using their boats, and for contractors and Service Providers working on your behalf. Please ensure that all vehicles are removed from the Yard by 21h00 each evening when it will be locked. more…
Storm Impact at NSC
NSC came out of Saturday’s derecho with no significant damage to our grounds or infrastructure. In the Park, however, several boats were spun-around and dragged by the wind. Unfortunately, some were damaged – significantly fewer than could have been thanks to some quick action from Greg Johnston and Brent Beninger. more…
NSC Status, May 22 (Updated)
We sincerely hope that you’re all safe and dry. A short update on NSC after the storm: Our generator is powering the Clubhouse; Galley will be open; vehicle gate is unlocked but must be opened manually; Cranes and Service Docks are not operational as they are not run from the generator. Many thanks to James Pole for his quick legwork last eve and this morning. Further update (read more) more…
Yard Status: May 20
With Commercial Launch set for May 27, we are poised to finish our Yard re-configuration and officially open Trailer Launch and Park areas shortly. Please keep an eye on your inboxes for further instructions. There will be some short Yard closures in the coming weeks while cradles and other members’ equipment is tucked away.
Yard and Commercial Launch Status May 16
The strike affecting Ontario Crane Operators continues. NSC Staff, volunteers and our Service Providers are actively re-configuring the NSC Yard in an attempt to open Trailer Launch and Park areas. Please keep and eye on your Inbox and this website for the most up-to-date information.
Trailer Launch and Park opening will be delayed
In case you missed the Spring Meeting and continuing from the announcement that NSC delayed Commercial Launch, we will not yet be able to open the Trailer Launch and Park areas on May 14th and 15th as planned. The Yard and Harbour teams are diligently reorganizing the Yard, please do not bring extra boats in to the Yard for Trailer Launch or Park use until further notice. more…