Downeast Community Summer Sailing Series

Downeast Community Summer Sailing Series is a collaborative project of Cobscook Institute and the Passamaquoddy Yacht Club. The new programs are funded in part by a generous donation from the members of the Passamaquoddy Yacht Club.

Scholarships are available through the generous support of yacht club members!

Beginner Sailing Camp for Youth Ages 8-12

July 31st - August 4th at Indian Lake in Whiting - SIGN UP HERE

August 7th - August 11th at Keene’s Lake in Calais - SIGN UP HERE

This is a beginner class for children to have positive early learning experiences on the water and while sailing. Building confidence, ensuring safety, demonstrating respect, courtesy to others, and good teamwork are primary goals. Participants learn basic nomenclature, seamanship, and sailing skills.

Small sloop-rigged dinghies called “Mirrors” are used for instruction on fresh water lakes. Fun sailing games and other skill-related activities are incorporated into the course. Upon completion students should feel comfortable sailing with another participant. There are two locations and dates for this program. Maximum class size 12 students per session.

Intermediate Sailing Camp for Youth Ages 8-12

August 14th - August 18th at Keene’s Lake in Calais - SIGN UP HERE

Intermediate students who have taken our beginner program (see above) or have participated in a sailing training program before will build upon the introductory skills learned previously and to build confidence. Participants will revisit basic nomenclature, seamanship, and sailing skills while learning more intermediate skills such as maneuvers, sail theory, navigation rules.

Small sloop-rigged dinghies called “Mirrors” are used for instruction on fresh water lakes. Fun sailing games and other skill-related activities are incorporated into the course. Upon completion students should feel comfortable sailing with another participant. There are two locations and dates for this program. Maximum class size 12 students per session.