Summer is sailing time for the sailors of Illinois and Wisconsin and the NorthWest Sailing Association of Northwest Chicago is out to help everyone enjoy it. From the 'I Wish I Were Sailing' party to Summer Sailstice they organize cruises, sails and anything that helps get folks on the water under sail. Or get together when sailing just isn't possible. They're organizing a Summer Sailstice celebration for Northwest Sailing Association members on June 22. You can read more about the organization here:
The NorthWest Sailing Association is an enthusiastic group of sailors living in and about Chicago's Northwest suburbs. The members share a quest for increased knowledge and improved seamanship in a spirit of camaraderie and fun.
Founded in 1974 by a small group of 25 sailors seeking others of similar interests, the Club's initial purpose was to exchange knowledge and experiences. In the course of the years hence, and continuing today, club members regularly sail together out of all major Chicago area harbors, on inland lakes surrounding Chicago, Wisconsin, and occasionally across Lake Michigan and back!
The high point of the summer sailing season, is our Door County / Wisconsin Sailing Weekend. Club members have organized charters in the Bahamas, Florida and other exotic locations, and will plan future charters to various prime sailing areas as the members interest dictates.
Who Belongs to NWSA?
Members include families, couples, singles - anyone interested in sailing; including skippers with large cruising boats or medium or small sailboats; even sailors with no boats. Members who don't know how to sail, but are interested in learning, may wish to crew with our experienced sailboat owners and gain valuable experience and knowledge of boat handling.
Ample opportunity to crew is available at each sailing event, and during the days between events with available skippers.
To join them and learn more about the organization click here.
A nice Chicago sailing shot above from Great Lakes Boating.