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The SAILBOAT SHOP SCORPION BAY – Arizona Sailing Headquarters at Lake Pleasant’s Scorpion Bay Marina! The Sailboat Shop Scorpion Bay has been serving desert sailors since 1988 and is YOUR ONE STOP SHOP for your sailing needs: Sailing Lessons, Rentals & Tours, New Catalina Yachts Boats.

The SAILBOAT SHOP SCORPION BAY offers American Sailing Association (ASA) certified courses: on Lake Pleasant we teach the ASA101 Basic Keelboat 1 Class, ASA103 Basic Coastal Cruising Class, ASA105 Coastal Navigation and ASA118 Docking Endorsement; in California and Florida we teach “ocean” classes of ASA103 Basic Coastal Cruising, ASA104 Bareboat Chartering, ASA 106 Advanced Coastal Cruising, and ASA114 Catamaran Cruising. In addition, we offer a Lake Pleasant 3-Hour Sailing Experience that can be either an introductory sailing lesson or just a beautiful sunset cruise aboard a 25′- 30′ sloop.

SAILING is one of the few sports that can be enjoyed YEAR-ROUND by the entire family. Whether you are sailing along on a stiff breeze or anchored in a secluded cove, fishing off the stern or enjoying a moonlight cruise, there is something in sailing for everyone at every age and ALL YEAR ROUND in Arizona.

Need a boat? The Sailboat Shop Scorpion Bay is a distributor of new Catalina Yachts. We also rent our Catalina 25 and 270 to ASA graduates at a discounted rate.

Whether you are in Arizona on vacation or are a lifelong resident, for a fabulous desert experience it is hard to beat sailing. Come join us on Lake Pleasant for the unparalleled joy of gliding smoothly through the water propelled only by a stiff breeze to the view of spectacular desert vistas.

American Sailing Certifications Offered

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• Women Only Courses
• Couples Courses
• Youth Courses
• Private Courses
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• Weekend Courses
• Corporate Team Building Courses
• ASA 'Challenges'
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• Sunset Cruises
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At ASA we recognize the sacrifices made by the brave men and women who have served or are serving in our country's armed forces. As a token of our appreciation, and our way of saying thank you, we are inviting veterans and active military personnel to share our passion for sailing by offering a discount on our ASA 101 Basic Keelboat Sailing course. Sailboat Shop Scorpion Bay is offering a minimum of $50.00 or 10% off their ASA 101 Basic Keelboat Sailing course.

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Address	10970 W. Peninsula Rd. Scorpion Bay MarinaLake PleasantAZ 85342USA
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SAILBOAT SHOP

ASA101 - Keelboat Sailing 1

Call 928.501.sail (7245) to schedule, back to lessons.

PRICE: $450 per person

DURATION: 2 days (about 12 hours total)

LOCATION: Scorpion Bay Marina, Lake Pleasant, AZ

AGES:  Recommended 16+

CLASS SIZE: max 4

Learn theory and have "on the water" experience: 4 hours discussion, 8 hours on the water, over 2 days on the Catalina 25 foot sloop. 

Course topics include: terms and definitions, parts of the boat, points of sail, helm commands, basic sail trim, points of sail, buoyage, seamanship and safety including basic navigation rules to avoid collisions and hazard reading the wind and sails, basic knots and maneuvering under power and sail.  Prior sailing experience will allow the instructor to elaborate beyond the basic text. Reading the materials is required prior to the lecture. 

Price includes written test, ASA Certification fees, and ASA logbook.

WHAT TO KNOW BEFORE YOUR LESSON:

Purchase your Official ASA course BOOK ONLINE ( Sailing Made Easy )  and study prior to arriving. Bring book, notebook and pencil.

We also recommend completing the online ASA course "Your First Sail" .

Instructor will provide you with start time. It will be a full day, so pack a lunch.

Bring water (please no metal/glass), sunblock, a hat, and light jacket per weather.

Shoes: non-marking outsoles, such as sneakers. 

Bring sailing or other durable gloves for handling lines.

THE DAY OF YOUR LESSON:

Please be on time.

It will start with classroom training, then move into hands-on boat training.

On the second day  you   will take the written exam.

UPON COMPLETION OF COURSE:

When you pass the course, the instructor will contact ASA with verification. You will receive the official ASA ID and ASA Logbook signed by your instructor, an ASA 101 Certification Sticker, and a 90-day trial ASA Membership.

If you do not pass, you will have up to one year from date of course completion to r etake test, free of charge.

Learn more about the Veteran's Special for ASA101:

Gratuity is always appreciated, but not required.

All sales are final. Lessons may be rescheduled up to 48 hours prior to appointment.

If weather conditions are unsafe, Sailboat Shop will contact you to reschedule free of charge.

There is no designated age minimum, but we recommend ages 16 and up, due to the physical requirements.

Tiller and Kites - IYT School

Why tiller and kites should be your choice: we only do private lessons.

We teach primarily ‘location specific’ Sailing Lessons in Arizona as well as Internationally recognized certifications. Lake sailing has its own unique challenges and demands that are different to coastal or open-water sailing. We teach and train specifically to your location as well as open water and coastal sailing.

ABOUT ICC (International Certificate of Competency)  – it is now mandatory to hold a recognized International Certificate of Competency (ICC) if you wish to charter a boat in certain European countries. It is generally required for the inland and coastal waters of Mediterranean countries. In Northern Europe and Scandinavia the ICC is generally not required, but it is strongly advised you check with any European, Scandinavian, or Eastern European country that you wish to charter in before you leave.

Tiller and Kites also teaches and certifies the following IYT courses:

• Dinghy (4 levels)
• Youth Sailing – Dinghy and Keel Boats
• IYC Day Skipper/Crew – Keel Boat
• International Bareboat Skipper Sail and International Crew / Sail
• International Yacht Racing/High Performance
• Small Powerboat & RIB Master
• VHF Marine Communication
• IYT ICC Certification SAIL and POWER
• Specific ‘skills’ courses, including spinnaker sailing and race training
• Personal Water Craft (Jetski)

Tiller and Kites is an International Yacht Training certified sailing school based in Peoria (Lake Pleasant) just north of Phoenix, Arizona. International Yacht Training is considered by many (especially charter companies) as the gold standard in sail boat training. Our school has the largest and most diverse fleet of boats in Arizona – dinghies, catamarans, race boats and cruising boats. You do not ‘learn to sail’ a boat – you learn to sail all types of boats.

The courses and training are designed to create  Competent, Confident and Capable  sailors.

WHAT WE OFFER

Learning HOW things work on a boat is not that hard. Understanding WHY and how to use that knowledge gets you closer to the true art of sailing.

There may be more ways than one to get from A to B. Efficient and intelligent technique gets you there safer, quicker and comfortably. Learn how.

Achieved through repetition and time on the water - at the helm, trimming, on the bow. Learn every aspect of mastering and commanding a sailboat with confidence and safety always in mind.

GET TO KNOW TILLER AND KITES

What you should know about us.

• We use several different classes of boats from 8 to 37 feet.
•  Classes on Lake Pleasant and San Carlos, Mexico
•  The boats are the definitive example of their class.
•  All boats are impeccably maintained and race-ready at all times.
•  The boats are easily recognizable by their distinctive hull colors.
•  Tiller and Kites is an International Yacht Training certified sailing school.
•  Learn at your pace, go as far (and fast) as you want to!.

“TRY SAILING” INTRO TO SMALL BOAT/KEEL BOAT SAILING

A very immersive One Day course for those with none or some sailing experience but want to learn the proper basics of sailing. This keelboat course is on board one of our J/24s. This is our only ‘small group’ course.

$225.00 per person (Min 3 people)

$275.00 per person (Min 2 people)

1 day, Lake Pleasant

IYT DAY SKIPPER/CREW COURSE (Private Lessons)

Our most popular course, the IYT DAY SKIPPER/CREW course was designed specifically for Capable, Competent and Confident sailing as both helmsman and crew. Some classroom time- lots of sailing usually aboard one of our J/24s (or similar keelboats)

THIS COURSE IS ALL one-on-one  ‘PRIVATE LESSONS’. Please contact us if you have a ‘group’ Beginner: 2 Days $750 per person.

Some experience: 2 Days $650 per person

IYT Day Skipper/Crew course certificate $58.00

IYT SMALL POWERBOAT/RIB MASTER (Private Lessons)

Learn how to properly and safely operate a powerboat up to 10 meters. This IYT course covers basic and advanced powerboat operation and is needed to obtain your powerboat ICC (see below) Can be combined with VHF sand ICC for the complete certification. This course is online and in-person.

$800.00 per person (plus fuel) 

2 days and includes VHF certification

IYT Small Powerboat/RIB

Master certificate $60.00

IYT INTERNATIONAL CERTIFICATE OF COMPETENCY (ICC) SAIL (Private Lessons) + Bareboat Skipper

The most sought after and internationally accepted ICC certificate is the IYT-ICC. The ICC-Sail course is for experienced sailors wanting to rent/charter especially overseas. Bareboat Skipper Certificate (if you qualify) is required . Course ITY-ICC <24m Sail, <10m power COASTAL

$800.00 per person (weekdays)

$900.00 per person (weekends)

IYT ICC certificate $85.00

IYT INTERNATIONAL CERTIFICATE OF COMPETENCY (ICC) POWER (Private Lessons)

The IYT ICC course and certificate for up to 10 meter powerboats. As with sail, this is a course for experienced power boat operators wanting to rent/charter overseas. NOTE: You may also need the Small Powerboat/RIB Master certificate in certain countries. These courses will be combined

$950.00 per person (weekends)

IYT VHF RADIO OPERATOR/MARINE COMMUNICATIONS (Private Lessons)

Generally combined with the more advanced Keel Boat courses, the IYT VHF certification can also be obtained as a stand-alone certificate.

$200.00 per person (weekdays)

$250.00 per person (weekends)

IYT certificate $33.00

SEA MILES BUILDER. LAKE PLEASANT

Qualified/IYT Certified sailors can ‘add miles and time’ to their logbook sailing the boat they trained on – the J/24. Minimum: Day Skipper/Crew certificate is required.

$400/per day, minimum 2 on board.

TILLER AND KITES INTRO TO CATAMARAN SAILING (MAY-OCT) (Private Lessons)

Catamarans require a slightly different ‘skill’ set when sailing fast in any point-of-sail. They are agile, light and accelerate like no other boat. Our 1 Day catamaran experience will show you what it takes to start mastering two hulls.

$350.00 per person (weekdays)

$500.00 per person (weekends)

NACRA 5.0 or NACRA 5.8 High Performance catamarans (1 or 2 plus instructor)

TILLER AND KITES “BIG BOAT” EXPERIENCE

The Capri 37s are the largest and most powerful race boats on Lake Pleasant. Over 12,000lbs of pure sailing pleasure! Big deck, big sails, big fun.

$1000.00 per day (weekdays)

$1200.00 per day (weekends)

Up to 8 crew plus instructor

RACE CHARTER/RACE CREW – Racing events

Do you want to race one of our boats on Lake Pleasant? You can choose from 4 types Coronado 15, J/24, Andrews 26 or Olson 30. Or.. if you want to improve your sailing, crew with us on one of our boats.

C-15 (Portsmouth) $150.00/day

J/24 – $450.00/day

Andrews 26 – $550.00/day

Olson 30 – $650.00/day

Crew with TandK $125.00/per person

IYT 11 DAY BAREBOAT SKIPPER. Mediterranean or Caribbean

The ‘ultimate’ sailing certificate to be able to charter most anywhere in the world: The IYT Bareboat Skipper certificate can be combined with ICC Sail, VHF, Small Powerboat/RIB courses.

$Varies by location and season Please inquire This course is offered mainly in summer in the Mediterranean. Please visit  www.sailgrandcrew.com  and  CLUB AYR

IYT 7 DAY FLOTILLA SKIPPER. Mediterranean or Caribbean

One level below ‘Bareboat’ the Flotilla Skipper allows you to command a vessel while the skipper is not at the helm. The Bareboat Skipper course also available for well qualified sailors. This is an advanced course.

SEA MILES BUILDER. Mediterranean or Caribbean

Sea Miles builder is also a lead to the Bareboat certification. Each mile with you at the helm counts towards your bareboat certification. Get a combined 200 hours of Sea Miles is a great place to start..

Tiller And Kites is a International Yacht Training accredited school based in Phoenix AZ. TandK boats are known for their distinctive shocking pink hulls. The IYT courses offered are designed specifically for sailing in the desert Southwest.

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Where To Sail In Arizona

Arizona offers excellent inland lake and river sailing all around the state. Over a dozen big lakes in Arizona are open to sailboats.

The best places to sail in Arizona are all lakes, and many of them are artificial. These are Lake Havasu, Lake Powell, Alamo Lake, Tempe Town Lake, Lake Mohave, Saguaro Lake, Roosevelt Lake, and Lake Pleasant. Some of these lakes can accommodate large boats, and all have places to tie up.

In this article, we'll cover eight of the best places to sail in Arizona. We'll go over the specifics of each location, along with the best type of vessel to sail there. Finally, we'll cover what kind of accommodations, atmosphere, and local attractions to expect at each location.

We sourced the information for this article from Arizona-based sailing communities, state guides, and State Park information pages. We also studied the depth, dimensions, and average weather conditions of each location to determine the best types of sailboats to use there.

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‍ Is Arizona a Good Place to Sail?

Though Arizona has no ocean access, the state is actually one of the best inland places to sail in the country. The warm weather and relatively calm convective atmosphere over Arizona make it a safe and stable place to sail on lakes and rivers.

Sailing in Arizona is highly affordable as well, and many of the larger Lakes have reasonably priced marinas, along with places to beach and anchor.

What Kind of Sailboat is Best for Arizona?

Arizona has a unique set of characteristics that make it both a great and challenging place to sail. As far as sailboats are concerned, size is the greatest limiting factor. There simply isn't enough space in many Arizona waterways for traditional ocean-going sailboats.

That's not to say you can't use 25 or 30-foot sailboats in Arizona. You can, but your options for sailing will be limited. The ideal size for a sailboat in Arizona is between 15 and 25 feet in length. Shoal draft sailboats, such as sharpies, are very common.

Vessels with centerboards and swing keels can take advantage of the beaches and shallow water, and they can be towed and stored on land when necessary. A modern pocket cruiser setup offers the most benefits, as the cabin offers protection from the hot summer sun.

Best Arizona Lakes for Sailboats

Although Arizona is home to many creeks and rivers, lakes provide the best sailing experience overall. There are numerous lakes in Arizona, but only a few of them are ideal for sailing in most conditions. Here are the best places to sail in Arizona.

1. Lake Havasu

Lake Havasu is one of the most well-known lakes in Arizona. This beautiful Lake, which is located near Phoenix, is one of the busiest and most exciting locations in the region. Each year, hundreds of boats descend on its picturesque beaches and cut across its water.

If you don't mind traffic, sailing on Lake Havasu and finding a beach to stop for the evening can be a very fun time. During the offseason, the lake is quiet and an excellent place to sail a small boat. There are several places to dock on the shores of the lake, along with numerous restaurants, bars, and shops.

Sailing is a popular activity on Lake Havasu. Every year, dozens of small cabin sailboats ‘invade’ the lake for the annual Lake Havasu Pocket Cruiser Convention. Larger boats are also found on Lake Havasu, both under sail and power. Hanging out around Lake Havasu seems like a party 24/7, especially during the summer.

2. Lake Powell

If you're looking for something more remote, it doesn't get much better than Lake Powell. The scenery that surrounds Lake Powell is breathtaking, as the lake is surrounded by beautiful desert rock formations like none other in the world.

Lake Powell is also the largest lake in Arizona and an excellent place to drop a boat in the water. There's very little traffic on Lake Powell (at least when compared to Lake Havasu), which is partially due to its remote location. There's very little construction around the lake, which leaves it in a pristine natural state.

Getting a boat into Lake Powell is a little more challenging than some other locations can be, so the lake has the capacity to handle larger sailboats. The lake is an excellent location for camping. Once you're in the water, it won't take long to find a secluded river or cove to drop anchor in and absorb the surroundings.

3. Alamo Lake

Alamo Lake is a beautiful and remote desert lake situated behind a dam. The area is popular with campers, and numerous RV parks campsites dot the shoreline. Like Lake Powell, Alamo Lake is remote and a bit off the beaten path. As a result, it usually isn't crowded, and it makes for great summer sailing.

Due to the dam and the relatively small size of the lake, you're limited by the size of your sailboat. The area is best suited for smaller open-top sailboats under 16 feet in length. That said, you can still have plenty of fun on Alamo Lake in an open-top boat. Like much of Arizona, you can expect pleasant weather in the evenings in high heat during the day.

Sailboat racing is a popular activity on Alamo Lake, and races are held frequently. It's not uncommon to see a line of Sunfish or Lasers lined up and ready for the regatta. It's best to check the condition of the lake before arriving, as the water level and quality varies throughout the year. Also, don't forget to bring your fishing rod.

4. Tempe Town Lake

Tempe Town Lake is one of the most popular places to sail in Arizona. The lake is limited to small, open top-boats and pocket cruisers, but you're sure to find a sailboat or two on the water during the summer. Tempe Town Lake it's not only convenient, but it's a highly controlled environment that's easy to learn on. It's a great place to go for low-stress cruising.

Tempe Town Lake is one of the few places in Arizona that frequently offers sailing lessons, and it's a highly-respected place to learn to sail. Lessons are available in small and larger open boats, and they're open to kids and adults. The lake is frequented by boaters of all types who live in the Tempe area.

Tempe Town Lake runs alongside apartment buildings, offices, and a highway, so it's definitely not remote. In fact, it resembles a lagoon more than a lake. That said, it's highly convenient for the locals and a great place to spend the summer on the water. Sailboat racing and rowing are also coming to Tempe Town Lake, and events are held regularly.

5. Lake Mohave

Lake Mohave is one of the largest sailing destinations in Arizona, and it boasts unique desert scenery. There's a marina on the lake that can handle medium-sized boats, along with a launch ramp and parking.

Powerboats dominate the marina at Lake Mohave, but a sailboat can occasionally be spotted quietly cruising or on the expansive lake. Lake Mohave, like Alamo Lake, is an artificial Lake created by a dam on the Colorado River, and the lake borders Nevada.

It's only four miles wide at its widest point, but it's over 60 miles long. This leaves plenty of room for sailing and an almost unlimited shoreline. Far up the river, boats can cruise close to the base of Hoover Dam, which is a popular cruising destination for suitable craft.

6. Saguaro Lake

Saguaro Lake, named after the iconic Arizona cactus, is one of the deepest lakes in Arizona. Also created by a dan, this long artificial lake is an excellent place to drop a sailboat in the water. Due to its 100-foot depth, it can accommodate larger boats with deeper drafts and many other lakes in Arizona.

Iconic Saguaro cactuses can actually be seen from the water, and they really empathize the desert atmosphere of the lake. The clear and crystal blue water also enhances the scenery at this picturesque artificial Lake. Lake Saguaro also features a well-maintained marina, which is popular with houseboats and powerboats of all types.

Though sailboats aren't the most common sight at Saguaro Lake, they do appear from time to time when the wind conditions are favorable. Small open-top sailboats in pocket cruisers are the most common sight on Lake Saguaro, and occasionally larger both appear as well.

7. Roosevelt Lake

Roosevelt Lake offers (arguably) some of the best sailing in Arizona. The lake, created in the early 20th century by the iconic Roosevelt Dam, is expansive, empty, and deep. The lake is popular with powerboats and water skiers, but also some very large sailboats of 30 feet or longer.

The lake is a popular destination for people in the Tucson area, and it features full-service marinas and dry boat storage. Along with places to dock, there are also anchorages scattered around the lake. The weather around Roosevelt Lake is usually excellent, and it's a great place to hang out during the warmer seasons.

Sailboats are quite common in Roosevelt Lake, and size usually isn't an issue. You may occasionally run into a ski boat wake, but the traffic is spread out and generally not an issue. The weather around Roosevelt Lake is usually great for sailing, and there's usually sufficient wind around the lake to get underway.

8. Lake Pleasant

Lake Pleasant is a very nice place to sell in Arizona, and it's likely one of the most popular sailing areas in the state. Lake Pleasant is home to the Lake Pleasant Sailing Club, which is a local community that offers training, regattas, and a friendly community of sailors based in the area.

Like Roosevelt Lake, Lake Pleasant can accommodate larger sailboats that are more commonly found in coastal and offshore regions. Winds are quite favorable, but the occasional hillside dead spot can slow you down. Lake Pleasant offers full-size sailboat rentals, including both of us 25 feet in length. The area is large, and the water is deep, and a full-size launch ramp means that you can watch virtually anything in the water.

It's common to see multiple sailboats tacking up and down the lake at any given time. Still, traffic is usually light compared to other destinations. Sailing lessons are also available on Lake Pleasant in multiple types of sailboats. The Lake Pleasant Marina is one of the largest and best-kept in Arizona, and it's home to numerous sailboats, powerboats, and houseboats.

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Not Yot Sailing Club

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What is the Not Yot Sailing Club?

Not Yot Sailing Club is a members only club committed to continued training and sharing the sport of sailing.

Members will have access to our Catalina Capri 22 sailboats on Lake Pleasant 7 days a week year-round.

“The first time sail for others is quite the experience and responsibility for a good skipper. Seamanship shines through good crew and their passengers having the time of their lives full sail on a big clip.” – Capt Clint

Apply today to join Not Yot Sailing Club for 7 days a week access to 2 Catalina Capri sailboats at Lake Pleasant. Boats are slipped at Pleasant Harbor Marina behind Dillons Restaurant.

Your membership access to the calendar will be quick and easy each time you want to sail.

The application process is easy. We ask for some basic contact information and your current level of sailing experience. You will be sailing as often as you like in no time.

If you do not yet have the experience Not Yot requires to join, you can sign up for our 111 Review Clinics to practice on the weekends. The fleet will grow so check back when you’re ready.

Note: Sailing experience and/or training is required to become a member. All members must check out with a GSA instructor prior to membership approval.

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Club Requirements

• Membership benefits, and responsibilities, are shared with up to 8 members for each boat in the fleet. Boats will be added to the fleet as needed.
• Membership fee: $1450/year.
• Boats must be left clean and orderly, to include spray down if necessary.
• All services needed are reported after each use.
• Each member will be available for (1) 4-hour volunteer day per year for maintenance and/or charity events. This should be considered an educational opportunity to learn the required maintenance for owning a boat and share their love for sailing with the community
• Sailing experience and/or training or is required to become a member.
• All club applicants who wish to join the club must demonstrate their skill level during a required checkout with a GSA instructor.

Is the Not Yot Sailing Club a Yacht Club? No… they vote, we boat!

How many can the boat hold comfortably? 6 including the skipper but 4-5 total on the boat is better. 2-3 in light air.

Will there be life jackets provided? Yes, but get your own and be in the habit of wearing yours. I’ll have 6 onboard for crew along with all safety equipment. If you bring a human under 50 lbs., make sure you provide the USCG approved life jacket. (12 and under are required to wear a life jacket while the boat is under or making way.)

How far in advance can I reserve? You can have 1 reservation at a time as far out as you’d like and reserve any available boat if not reserved in the following 24 hours.

Do I have to get my ASA Coastal 103 and Bareboat 104 within a year of membership? We would like you to. All of our members need at least the equivalent training or experience to become a member.

Will the boats be available to the public for rent? No. Only members and instructors skipper the boats.

How many times can I sail per month? Each member will be issued 5 resumptions per month to be used toward morning or afternoon 5-hour sailing sessions. Boats are available 7 days a week. (7am – Noon) or (1-pm-6pm)

If I don’t meet the qualifications now, what can I do? If you have your ASA101 or equivalent experience, check out our 111 Refresher Sails . Continue training and sail as often as your weekends allow. We set sail every Saturday and Sunday from 2pm-5pm.  The 111 Refresher Sail is the next step after receiving your 101 certification and before your 103/104 coastal courses.

How do I join? Click here to apply for free