NSC’s annual Turkey Trot pursuit race ran on Thanksgiving Monday, October 10, on a beautiful sunny day. The winds were initially very light, which meant the course was only once around, though a shifty northwest wind at 6-12 knots filled in shortly after the first boats crossed the start line. more…
2023 Membership Renewals & Payment Instructions
2023 Membership renewal letters and invoices were e-mailed to all members on October 1; payment is due by October 31. Please check your inbox and any spam folders to ensure you have received your renewal notices. 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…
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 haul-out, 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…
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…
Racing after Sunset – Be Ready
The days are getting noticeably shorter now, and there is no guarantee that evening keelboat races in September will finish before sunset. Read this and be prepared.
Late Summer Notice
Attention boat owners! Please review this Late Summer Notice for important details regarding haul out, storage, and waste management.