This year the Fleet Committee is again offering a rich menu of training opportunities, to help both volunteers and racers participate in the largest sailboat race program in North America, right here on Lac Deschenes. Learn how to Run a Regatta, lay out Race Marks, get expert advice on Sail Trim, practice and improve Racing Skills on the Water, drive an NSC powerboat safely. more…
2023 Crew Bank is Now Open
The NSC Crew Bank is now open for those looking for crewing spots, and for skippers/owners looking for crew. Whether you’re new to town, new to the club, or just looking for something different, the Crew Bank is a great way to connect with like-minded sailors looking for someone with whom to sail. more…
Navigating the Way to NSC – new website
Some of us were born into sailing, while others find their way onto a boat later in life. Websites have come to play an increasingly important role in introducing people to sailing.
In developing NSC’s new website, the Public Relations Committee has been looking at the journeys people take into sailing. more…
Seeking Scorer for Wednesday Nights
The Chief Scorer is seeking a volunteer to do scoring for Wednesday nights (dinghies) for the coming season. The time commitment is approximately 30 minutes each Wednesday evening after racing. Training is provided. Please contact Jennifer for more information or to express interest.
A new website on the horizon
In the fast moving digital world, few things stand the test of time like the NSC website. First registered in 1998, the site has gone through many redesigns over the years under the leadership of longtime volunteers Daniel Servranckx and Hugh Morrin. more…
New NSC website soon to launch
We’re looking ahead to a different type of launch… Only some 10 weeks until boats start launching. And we’ll be launching our new website late winter – early spring too! After many months of consultation, creative thinking and development work, we’re moving ahead with lots of good things! Stay tuned! more…
Black Yachting History: McLaughlin and Jarvis
Culrose McLaughlin was a trailblazer for mariners of colour in the U.S. and Canada, his career ascent having preceded Jackie Robinson, Willie O’Ree, and Civil Rights. He first came to Canada in 1921. #blackhistorymonth #blackyachtinghistory Courtesy Ashley Newall, author.
NSC Public Relations Seeking Audio Visual Tech Volunteers for broadcasting
Public Relations is looking for more volunteers to “deepen our bench” for club audio visual broadcast capacity. We need alternate audio and camera operators, and switchers to join our well organized team. Training provided but experience an asset. more…