NEW FOR 2021

YOUTH SAILING CLINICS ON UPPER SARANAC LAKE

Sail Adirondacks is offering free introduction to sailing clinics to year-round North Country youth ages 11-15 on select Monday afternoons from 4 to 6 p.m. in July and August.  To register complete the form on the CONTACT page and pick from the available dates: 7/5; 7/12; 719; 8/2; 8/9. Please also enter your school district.  COVID restrictions apply, Parental waiver and photo release required.

 

Subjects covered in the Youth Sailing Clinic may include:

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• Boat Handling

• Tacking & Jibing

• Hoisting & Trimming Sails

• Points of Sail

• Fun with Mr. Spinnaker

• Anchor and Recovery

• Small Boat Capsizing Contest

• Basic Sailing Terminology

• Basic Navigation Rules

• Basics of small out-board motors

• Aids to Navigation

• Markers & Buoys

• Safety Gear and Procedures

• Recommended & Required Safety Equipment

• Man Overboard Drills

• Important Sailing Knots

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