Rocking the Boat: Empowering Youth Through Sailing, Boat Building, and Environmental Stewardship Nestled in the heart of Hunts Point in the South Bronx, Rocking the Boat is more than a program—it’s a movement aimed at empowering local youth. This program combines three innovative tracks: sailing, boat building, and environmental science, all while fostering personal and … Read More
The 60th Shields National Regatta concluded on September 21st, hosting 22 boats from across the country. Teams traveled to Larchmont Yacht Club to race and were met with a range of conditions on The Long Island Sound. During the three days, eight races were sailed in everything from light and shifty breeze to easterlies reaching … Read More
On September 10th, pro athlete Francesca Clapcich announced her campaign to drive climate justice and foster belonging within the sporting community. Clapcich is no stranger to a challenge. An Italian sailor, lover of the outdoors, activist, two-time Olympian, and more, she aims to do this through a series of academic and educational initiatives. To support … Read More
Wichard Group, a world leader in the sailing market (construction and distribution), is hiring a Regional Sales Manager. This is a remote position ideally based in Florida or another state within the Southeast sales territory. For more information on position details, click the link to our job board here.
By Nick von der Wense Designed nearly a 100 years ago by America’s Cup winning designer Sturling Burgess (Current J Class boats Enterprise, Rainbow and Ranger), The Atlantic Class congregated August 14 -August 16 to determine the 2024 National Champion at the Madison Beach Club in CT. Atlantics, a throw back classic with a massive … Read More
This will be held at the Portland Yacht Club in Falmouth, ME. Registration is OPEN for US SAILING / PORTLAND YACHT CLUB SKIFF CLINIC Coaches will include: Phil Muller, US Sailing Youth Development Coordinator Ali Toppa, World Youth Skiff Medalist Tom Sitzmann, Head Coach, Severn School This event is for novice/introductory and skilled 29er sailors. … Read More
This year’s Governor’s Cup finished up in spectacular fashion on Saturday the 27th. Gov Cup is the oldest youth match race regatta in the world and started in 1967 at Balboa Yacht Club. Now, it hosts teams from all over the world who go head to head every year in Newport Beach, CA and compete … Read More
WASZP CLASS USA: Foiling 101 Open House at Portland Yacht Club From 22-26 July, the Portland Yacht Club in Falmouth, Maine played host to the WASZP Class USA’s Foiling 101 Open House, sponsored by Sail1Design and America One Racing. Special thanks go to Rick Wood of Jensen Beach FL, who supplied us with 3 WASZPs … Read More
The 126th Larchmont Race Week concluded on Sunday, July 21 after nine days of high quality racing. The regatta kicked off on the 13th, featuring fleet racing for One Design classes and 3 v 3 team racing in z420s/ 2 v 2 in Ideal 18s. True to Long Island Sound’s reputation in the summer, the … Read More