Coastal Navigation – 2-Day Course Build the skills needed to safely and confidently navigate along the coast. This intensive two-day course covers chart reading, plotting positions, bearings, tides and currents, course planning, and the use of traditional and electronic navigation tools. Students will practice real-world scenarios to develop confidence in trip planning and coastal passage making. Instruction emphasizes safety, seamanship, and practical techniques that prepare sailors for independent cruising. Duration: 2 days Prerequisite: US Sailing Basic Keelboat Certification (recommended) Certification: US Sailing Coastal Navigation (upon successful completion) Audience: Sailors looking to expand beyond local day sailing into coastal cruising and passage planning

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The ILCA Canadian Championship kicks off the season at CORK, bringing together the country’s top sailors. Competitors will navigate Kingston’s world-class waters, testing their skill, strategy, and determination. With thrilling races and fierce competition, the event showcases the very best of North American sailing talent. American Sailors are welcome to register.

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1 Week, Monday through Friday, 9 AM to 3 PM Basic Keelboat Course for 14 -17 year olds Your camper will be enrolled in the U.S. Sailing Basic Keelboat Certification course-the industry’s best-taught by our certified instructors. This camp incorporates the following activities: boat orientation and safety overview, on-the-water sailing instruction, classroom material discussions, and test review. At the end of camp, campers will walk away with a solid understanding of sailing. Upon successful completion of the on the water practical test and the written test, campers will receive U.S. Basic Keelboat certification! Sailing experience required.

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1 Week, Monday through Friday, 9 AM to 3 PM Basic Keelboat Course for 14 -17 year olds Your camper will be enrolled in the U.S. Sailing Basic Keelboat Certification course-the industry’s best-taught by our certified instructors. This camp incorporates the following activities: boat orientation and safety overview, on-the-water sailing instruction, classroom material discussions, and test review. At the end of camp, campers will walk away with a solid understanding of sailing. Upon successful completion of the on the water practical test and the written test, campers will receive U.S. Basic Keelboat certification! Sailing experience required.

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1 Week, Monday through Friday, 9 AM to 3 PM Basic Keelboat Course for 14 -17 year olds Your camper will be enrolled in the U.S. Sailing Basic Keelboat Certification course-the industry’s best-taught by our certified instructors. This camp incorporates the following activities: boat orientation and safety overview, on-the-water sailing instruction, classroom material discussions, and test review. At the end of camp, campers will walk away with a solid understanding of sailing. Upon successful completion of the on the water practical test and the written test, campers will receive U.S. Basic Keelboat certification! Sailing experience required.

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1 Week, Monday through Friday, 9 AM to 3 PM Basic Keelboat Course for 14 -17 year olds Your camper will be enrolled in the U.S. Sailing Basic Keelboat Certification course-the industry’s best-taught by our certified instructors. This camp incorporates the following activities: boat orientation and safety overview, on-the-water sailing instruction, classroom material discussions, and test review. At the end of camp, campers will walk away with a solid understanding of sailing. Upon successful completion of the on the water practical test and the written test, campers will receive U.S. Basic Keelboat certification! Sailing experience required.

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1 Week, Monday through Friday, 9 AM to 3 PM Basic Keelboat Course for 14 -17 year olds Your camper will be enrolled in the U.S. Sailing Basic Keelboat Certification course-the industry’s best-taught by our certified instructors. This camp incorporates the following activities: boat orientation and safety overview, on-the-water sailing instruction, classroom material discussions, and test review. At the end of camp, campers will walk away with a solid understanding of sailing. Upon successful completion of the on the water practical test and the written test, campers will receive U.S. Basic Keelboat certification! Sailing experience required.

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Young sailors from across Canada and beyond gather for the Opti International and Team Racing Regatta, a highlight of the youth sailing season. The event combines individual and team competition, challenging sailors to think fast, work together, and showcase their growing skills on Kingston’s world-renowned waters.

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CORK Youth Fest celebrates the next generation of sailors with a week of exciting racing and camaraderie. Young athletes take to Kingston’s world-class waters to test their skills, build confidence, and share in the fun of competition. It’s an inspiring showcase of talent, teamwork, and the future of Canadian sailing. Fleets: ILCA 4*, ILCA 6*, ILCA 7*, C420, 29er – U21 All Fleets *Ontario Sailing Grand Prix Finale for ILCA 4/6/7

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Fall CORK and ILCA Olympic Classes Regatta, brings sailors back to Kingston for one final weekend of competition. With steady winds and crisp autumn conditions, athletes test their skills and endurance in pursuit of a strong finish to the year. It’s the perfect close to another incredible CORK season.