YBYC

Want to learn to sail or know someone who does? In September, the Yaquina Bay Yacht Club in Newport will offer beginner's adult small boat sailing classes. If you've never sailed before or just have a little experience sailing with others, this is the class for you. You will build knowledge and confidence through classroom lectures and on-the-water practice in 14' dinghies. Topics will include sailing theory, terminology, boat handling, safety, right of way, knots, and docking.

Instruction will take place over a three week period and includes classroom lectures (Thur.- Sept. 8th, 15th, 22nd) and on-the-water sailing (Sat/Sun.- Sept. 10-11th, 17-18th, 24-25th). Class cost is $175. Students must provide a wetsuit, pfd (or life jacket), and a whistle. The Yacht Club has extra PFD's for those that do not own one.

Contact Barry Semple for more information and registration details: email bearbeat99public@me.com or phone 541.351.1151.

Sign up soon for this fun and informative course designed to introduce the adult novice sailor to the wonderful world of sailing on a 25’ keelboat. Knowledge topics will include: Terminology (sailing as a second language); basic knots used in sailing; “rules of the road” and introduction to navigation, boating laws, basic safety and accident prevention; how to use a marine radio, and introduction to anchors and anchoring. Hands-on skills will include properly hoisting sails, sailing to and from a dock and/or mooring as both skipper or crew, in various wind directions, using proper commands and responses; sailing a windward-leeward course, successfully coming about and jibing without direction from an instructor; using crew overboard recovery techniques; and securing the boat safely and securely in a slip to minimize motion, as well as other topics as time allows. Graduates should feel confident to take a boat out in normal conditions, local waters, with crew, or be good crew for someone else. This course will be taught by an American Sailing Association (ASA) certified instructor.

For more details and contact information to sign up, see here. The application form can be downloaded here.

An opportunity for youth, ages 10-16, to take a sailboat tiller in hand and command their own boat; perfect for those who want adventure & personal growth. Youth sailing builds confidence, builds character, addresses problem solving, enhances critical thinking, enhances judgment, and teaches lifelong skills. Besides, sailing is challenging, exciting, and fun!

Youth Sailing classes are run by the Oregon Boating Foundation, which emphasizes safety and education with local clubs and organizations. Refer to the brochure for more information.

Classes are held at these locations:

• Lincoln City at Devil’s Lake
• Toledo at Toledo and Olalla Lake
• Newport on Yaquina Bay
• Florence at Mercer Lake

2011 Class Schedule

Beginning Sailing:

• June 27 to July 1: Florence (Florence Park and Rec: 541-665-3253)
• July 11 to July 15: Lincoln City / Devil's Lake (Lincoln City Park and Rec: 541-994-2131)
• July 25 to July 29: Toledo (Ocean Spray Group/Debra Jones 541-265-5326 ext 316)
• August 8 to August 12: Lincoln City / Devils Lake (Depoe Bay Rowing Club/Maggie Brown 541-765-2633)
• August 22 to August 26: Toledo (Newport Park and Rec: 541-265-7783)

Racing Camp:

• July 21, 22-23: Yaquina Bay (YBYC/Dan Van Calcar: 541-270-6005)

Intermediate Sailing:

• August 15 to August 19: Lincoln City / Devil's Lake (Lincoln City Park and Rec: 541-994-2131)

The Yaquina Bay Yacht Club offers kayaking instruction at several levels of difficulty. We schedule several basic and intermediate classes as well as providing private instruction and arranging classes at the request of groups such as families, friends and organizations. All classes are taught by American Canoe Association Certified Coastal Kayak Instructors. In addition the Club sponsors occasional paddling trips for members.

For additional information and to sign up for any of these classes, contact the Kayak Program Administrator, Tom Murphy at coastalkayak@msn.com, or call at 541-265-9648 or 541-602-5293.

2012 Kayak Class Dates for Club Members:

• June 2, 2012: Paddlesports America
• A classroom-based course offered to club members and the public in cooperation with the US Coast Guard Auxiliary. Class is at 9 am – 3 pm at the YBYC Clubhouse. Registration fee of $20.00 includes text and materials.
• June 3, 2012: YBYC Kayak Safety Day
• For YBYC members who have completed the required June 2nd class. Provides on-the-water safety and rescue instruction and practice for members wanting to use the Club’s kayaks or wishing to refresh/update their safety skills. No charge.
• June 16-17, 2012: Coastal Kayak Basic Strokes and Rescues
• A beginning level classroom and on-the-water course designed to introduce paddlers to basic paddling concepts, assisted and self-rescue skills, and the paddle strokes and maneuvers needed to enjoy kayaking safely. Saturday 11:00 am to 5:00 pm and Sunday 9:00 am to 3:00 pm. Pre-registration required. The $100 fee includes use of kayaks, paddles and safety equipment.
• July 14-15, 2012: Coastal Kayak Basic Strokes and Rescues
See information above.
• August 11-12, 2012: Coastal Kayak Basic Strokes and Rescues
See information above.
• August 25-26, 2012: Coastal Kayak Strokes and Maneuvers Refinement
An intermediate level class for those having taken a previous class or paddlers with some experience wishing to refine their paddling skills.

For information on additional sailing classes (not offered by YBYC), see the links at the American Sailing Association.