Briggs Cunningham towing a string of Blue Jays from Pequot YC in 1956 The Summer of 2020 has been both a challenge and a different experience for our junior sailors. COVID-19 has brought with it the need for “social distancing”, masks, buffs, curtailment of some very large regatta experiences and a lot ... read more »

The Junior Sailing Association of Long Island Sound congratulates Dave Perry on being inducted into The National Sailing Hall of Fame as a member of the Class of 2020. The induction ceremony will take place virtually on September 12. Dave’s body of accomplishment spans decades, from his race results ... read more »

The virtual town hall meeting on May 21 was well attended by over 90 persons. The meeting summary is now available here. Included in the summary are these topics: - COVID-19 Risk Mitigation for Junior Programs, including the Q & A discussion and a link to the slides presented - Modified regatta ... read more »

To JSA of LIS member program leaders, This is a reminder for the JSA of LIS virtual town hall style meeting via Zoom on May 21 at 5 PM. Please email the JSA office to receive an invitation for the meeting. Updated guidelines for reopening after sheltering-in-place have recently been published by the CDC, ... read more »

To JSA of LIS member program leaders, Like you, the JSA is closely monitoring the COVID-19 situation. We understand that your junior programs are navigating difficult waters today, along with the families who are planning to enroll their children in your programs. JSA wants to understand your questions and ... read more »

Exchange junior sailing program management ideas at the JSA of LIS Midwinter Meeting on Saturday March 14 at the Beach Point Club, Mamaroneck NY.  Please view the agenda at this link. – Doors open at 0815 with coffee/tea and bagels. – The meeting from 0845 to 1230 is free to all who register in advance. – ... read more »

US Sailing Smallboat Instructor Courses in western Long Island Sound are now starting to open for registration. If your junior sailing program is hiring staff for this summer who will need their certification for US Sailing Instructor or Safe Powerboat Handling, advise them to sign up promptly because ... read more »

US Powerboating has scheduled a three-day Powerboat Instructor certification course on November 1-3 (Fri-Sun). The course will be taught by Rob Crafa at SUNY Maritime College, Bronx NY. View the details and register at the US Powerboating site. Think about how your club could benefit by having a ... read more »