What a great sailing season!The 2016 Sail Georgian Bay season is now at a close and we will be cleaning and putting away the boats on Tuesday (any help is appreciated!).
While this is always a sad time of year, it is also a proud time as our coaches really pulled it all together and kept both kids and adults sailing all summer. SGB truly is a community sailing school as anybody who wanted to learn to sail had the opportunity regardless of their age or ability. We capped off the season with our Race Night Regatta last Wednesday and it was a great night! Thanks to all who helped organize, provided food and came to support our sailors and the sailing school! Without your assistance, we couldn't continue to offer access to this great sport. So now, the boats are going away, the docks will be pulled out, the coaches (and sailors) will go back to school and we will wait (im)patiently for next June when we can do it all over again! You may not know that the SGB board of directors is busy throughout the off season getting things on order so they run as smoothly as possible. Without these volunteers, SGB would be hard pressed to stay open much less true to the vision that Rhoda had when she started this all those years ago. We would love to have your input, your time and your support if you can spare a few hours over the winter. Please contact us via email or phone if you would like to get involved! Thanks again and we hope to see you all in 2017! Keep watch on this website for Registration information early in the new year! Until then, check out the Photo Updates page for a sample of photos taken throughout the season... |
SAILING NEWSIn case you are hesitating...
Click on the image above to see how much fun everyone had last year. Don't miss out! Register today!
Congratulations to our CanSail 5 sailors!Five of our coaches/volunteers had the opportunity to train with Mike Weber from Windsor last weekend. Mike is a highly accredited coach and was impressed with the focus from the SGB sailors. Congratulations boys!
Collingwood Sidelaunch Regatta results!
Congratulations to Coach Derek Breakwell and Volunteer Ian Halbertsma in handily winning the Sidelaunch regatta for the second time. Given that this is only the second year for the regatta, that's pretty good!!
Congratulations, boys!
August 13 - SGB Regatta - Save the date!Time has flown by and we are already thinking about the annual SGB regatta. All are welcome but we ask that you RSVP via email or phone to let us know which SGB sailors are coming and how many 'support crew' (family)/friends) they will be bringing along with them.
The date: August 13th The time: meet at 12 noon to be out on the water by 1PM The goal: to capture the famed and coveted SGB regatta trophy. There will also be a barbeque after the races for all to attend and celebrate! There is a $5 registration fee to racers who are not part of the SGB Race Night Program. Please RSVP via phone or email before August 10th. (Rain date is August 17th) We hope to see you! Wednesday Night Races have started. Have you signed up?
Our Race Night program is full swing. It is a great way to have fun. practice skills and make friends - all in a non-competitive atmosphere! Go to the Registration page to find out how to sign up!
The sailing season is finally here!That's right! Sailors are back in the bay - tacking, gybing, capsizing, reaching and running! Check out the photos page for weekly updates. Click on the photo if you want a higher resolution for your collection and bragging rights!
Apple Crate Race returns to Meaford!On Canada Day, brave souls from SGB, the Meaford Fire Department and 'See Sawyer Run Dog Gear' went out into the wild weather to race their customized apple crates. 'See Sawyer Run' got off to an early lead and maintained it throughout the race while the SGB 'paddlers' valiantly tried to keep from tipping due to an abundance of ... ballast!
As you can see from their faces, even the weather couldn't dampen their spirits. We look forward to running this event next year with more challengers! SGB needs your help...If you have some time to give, we would love to meet you!
Your community sailing school operates on the tightest of budgets, revenue neutral is our goal! Because of this, we rely on volunteers to hang out between 8:30AM and 4PM at our new and improved Rhoda's Boathouse to answer the phone, keep in touch with the coaches who are out on the water and chat with anyone who has questions about the program. It's a great way to spend some time and give back to the community at the same time!! Please let us know if you have an afternoon or morning free to help out Sail Georgian Bay! Whew, it's hot...Not that we are complaining! This heat is just what we need to get the wind up and the bay nice and warm for tacking, gybing, trimming and balancing, roll tacks, capsizes and all of the many skills your child will learn by spending time at SGB!
Spots are going fast so register today! It's starting...!
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Summer is coming!
Some of our instructors and volunteers did a skills refresher three weeks ago out in Georgian Bay. It was a little cold but they enjoyed being out on the water!
Only five weeks until the season officially starts. Feel free to join us on June 21st from 4PM to 6PM for the Longest Day of Play!
Even if you have never been on a sailboat before, come out and give it a try!
More details to follow.
Only five weeks until the season officially starts. Feel free to join us on June 21st from 4PM to 6PM for the Longest Day of Play!
Even if you have never been on a sailboat before, come out and give it a try!
More details to follow.
Recruiting for 2016 season
Coach CanSail 3/4
Coach CanSail 5/6
Immerse yourself in the beauty of Nottawasaga Bay in Meaford. Learn more about the area!
Working with qualified, energetic and enthusiastic CanSail 1/2 Coaches, you will join our team and help motivate our sailing crew from grassroots to race ready!
Our fleet includes Picos, Lasers and 420s as well as a harbour area for beginners and the wide open Georgian Bay to race & challenge the sailors.
This position has great leadership potential along with competitive wages and possible billeting.
Email: dina.riddick@gmail.com & jeanloupdalle@rogers.com
Working with qualified, energetic and enthusiastic CanSail 1/2 Coaches, you will join our team and help motivate our sailing crew from grassroots to race ready!
Our fleet includes Picos, Lasers and 420s as well as a harbour area for beginners and the wide open Georgian Bay to race & challenge the sailors.
This position has great leadership potential along with competitive wages and possible billeting.
Email: dina.riddick@gmail.com & jeanloupdalle@rogers.com
Adult Learn to Sail Program - updated
Check out our Adult Learn to Sail page by clicking here or from the menu above. If you have additional questions, email or call us so we can help to make it a great experience for all.
21Apple Crate Challenge - July 1st
It's the return of the Apple Crate Challenge to Meaford harbour! Who has the fastest and most seaworthy apple crate in southwestern Ontario? Come down to the harbour on Canada Day to see the fast-paced excitement! Details to follow you may register your team by contacting sailgeorgianbay@gmail.com
Proceeds to benefit SGB sailing school directly.
Proceeds to benefit SGB sailing school directly.
Check out the dates for the upcoming season!
The calendar has been updated on the Important Dates page. Check it out as that is where you will find all the good stuff!
Session dates, Race Nights, regatta dates as well as start up and close down days are posted so check your own calendars and get your kids booked soon!
We are partnered with the Reef Boat Club if you are interested in getting into bigger boat racing. The dates for their races are on the calendar too.
If you have questions, please do not hesitate to call or email us.
Session dates, Race Nights, regatta dates as well as start up and close down days are posted so check your own calendars and get your kids booked soon!
We are partnered with the Reef Boat Club if you are interested in getting into bigger boat racing. The dates for their races are on the calendar too.
If you have questions, please do not hesitate to call or email us.
8 degrees in Meaford
on February 3rd!
There were a lot of people thinking about spring today in Meaford. Joggers were wearing shorts ... in February!
Perhaps this is an even better indicator than Wiarton's Willie that we are going to have a really good sailing season!
Book your sailing session now so your child has something to dream about when the temperature plummets again.
Perhaps this is an even better indicator than Wiarton's Willie that we are going to have a really good sailing season!
Book your sailing session now so your child has something to dream about when the temperature plummets again.
There's a cold wind blowing!
It may feel like a long time until summer arrives but it really isn't. We will have the dates for the upcoming season available in the next two weeks and
Registration shortly after that. Until then, enjoy the wonderful winter activities that our area has to offer!
Registration shortly after that. Until then, enjoy the wonderful winter activities that our area has to offer!
The Toronto international Boat Show is here!
Need a little sailing to get you through the dark winter months? Come on down to the Toronto International Boat Show! Stop by the Meaford kiosk to say hi and pick up a new SGB 2016 brochure!
Click here to get information about hours and tickets. Remember that 16 and under get in for free so get the young sailors down there!
Click here to get information about hours and tickets. Remember that 16 and under get in for free so get the young sailors down there!
Interested in race Night on Wednesdays? See the Registration page for more information!
NEW Adult Learn-to-sail Program at SGB!
Have you always wanted to sail but haven't had the opportunity?
Learn how, this summer, in a nationally accredited program right here in Meaford. No experience is necessary; just a desire to be out on the water with the wind in your face and willing to have fun!
Click here for more information.
You can also email sailgeorgianbay@gmail.com or call (226) 668 2944 for more information or to register.
Not sure? Come out to SGB on June 20th for Get Out on the Water Day and give it a try. It's the best way to get hooked!
Learn how, this summer, in a nationally accredited program right here in Meaford. No experience is necessary; just a desire to be out on the water with the wind in your face and willing to have fun!
Click here for more information.
You can also email sailgeorgianbay@gmail.com or call (226) 668 2944 for more information or to register.
Not sure? Come out to SGB on June 20th for Get Out on the Water Day and give it a try. It's the best way to get hooked!
Sail Georgian Bay is affiliated with Ontario Sailing and, through them, with Sail Canada. Our students earn levels in the (relatively) new CanSail system. Check out this link if you are curious about Cansail! It can lead to a lifelong infatuation with being out on the water and looking for great wind!
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Are you an adult who has always wanted to sail?
Are you looking at the photos on this page and wondering why the kids have all the fun?
There are a couple of ways to get out on the water right here in Meaford and age is no barrier!
1. Jean-loup Dalle coaches one on one or small groups on his own sailboat or yours. He brings years of experience and is well accredited. Read more about Jean-loup or check out his website!
2. The Reef Boat Club is always looking for new members, people to crew or anyone who wants to get involved in sailing, racing or both! The RBC website is a good place to start your sailing journey!
There are a couple of ways to get out on the water right here in Meaford and age is no barrier!
1. Jean-loup Dalle coaches one on one or small groups on his own sailboat or yours. He brings years of experience and is well accredited. Read more about Jean-loup or check out his website!
2. The Reef Boat Club is always looking for new members, people to crew or anyone who wants to get involved in sailing, racing or both! The RBC website is a good place to start your sailing journey!
