ADVANTAGE BOATING
SAIL SHARE HANDBOOK 2013 Edition
AB Office 613-721-8683 www.advantageboating.com [email protected]
Advantage Boating’s Sail Share Handbook Table of Contents
OVERVIEW SEAMANSHIP Syndicate Mission Statement 3 Sail Selection 9 Background 3 Outhaul 9 The Handbook 3 Foul Weather Gear 9 Club Facilities 3 Deck Shoes 9 Nepean Sailing Club Membership 3 Unfamiliar Territory 9 How to Find Out What’s Happening 4 Maintaining a Lookout 9 Organization of the program 4 The Engine 9 Advantage Boating Staff 4 Halyard Tension 10 Suggestions for improvement 4 Docking and Anchoring 10 Personal Log 11 PROGRAM RULES Stowing Sails 11 Safety 4 Reporting Incidents 4 RACING Damage Deposit 5 Interclub Race Program 11 Insurance 5 How it Works 11 Conduct 5 Racing Rules 12 Waiver & Safety Forms 5 Racing Tips 12 Crew Qualifications 5 Seamanship 13 Skipper Qualifications 6 Our Syndicate Motto 13 Boat Orientations and Checkouts 6 Racing reference material 14 Reserving the Boats 6 Where to find great sailing/racing material 14 The Weekend Schedule 6 Extending Your Time 6 All Day Bookings 7 Overnight Bookings 7 Booking & Cancellations 7 Special Events 7 Number of Sailors 7 Returning on Time 7 Spinnakers 7 Guests 8 Check List/Sail Plan 8 Prior to Sailing 8 After Sailing 8
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OVERVIEW
Program Mission Statement Advantage Boating’s (AB) Sail Share encourages sailors at all levels of experience to enjoy the pleasures of sailing and to develop excellent seamanship skills by providing a wide variety of sailing opportunities in a friendly and cooperative atmosphere.
Background The Sail Share is an off-shoot of AB’s sailing courses, is aimed at graduates of the Basic Cruising course, or others, with equivalent experience who want to pursue their growing interest in sailing without the commitments of boat ownership.
Your enrolment in the Sail Share enables you to sail as often as you like, depending on your membership level, from early May to late October. Guests are welcome, on a limited basis. You are encouraged to participate in as many Sail Share events as you like. Check with the AB office and emails for details.
The Sail Share’s outstanding safety standards ensure that your safety is first and foremost. Our current repertoire of events includes clinics, evening races and day long outings. Choose the activities that appeal to you and customize your own sailing program. Those who want to improve their sailing skills will have ample opportunity to do so, while others may just want to enjoy tranquil sails on those lazy summer days.
One of the best values of this Sail Share is the degree to which we can all learn from one another – whether it is about the finer points of sail trim, basic boat maintenance, or how to prepare for an extended cruise, you’ll find that all members and staff are eager to share their knowledge and experiences.
The Handbook This handbook has been developed with the assistance of Sail Share members to provide a clear description of the program’s structure and to promote safe, fun sailing. As a member, you are expected to read this handbook and to agree to abide by the policies by signing your acknowledgment and waiver prior to sailing.
Club Facilities The Sail Share boats are berthed at the Nepean Sailing Club (NSC) and Britannia Yacht Club (BYC), and are sailed on the waters known as Lac Deschênes.
The Sail Share’s hours of operations are 9 am to sunset, seven days a week.
The Sail Share’s fleet includes: At NSC: Four 24-foot Sharks, which are spinnaker equipped. One 22-foot Tanzer, which is spinnaker equipped. One 27-foot C&C (big boat program) At BYC: Two 24-foot Sharks, which are spinnaker equipped Two 22-foot Tanzers, which are spinnaker equipped
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All boats carry Canadian Coast Guard safety gear as required in the “Small Vessel Regulations”.
Nepean Sailing Club Membership Our host, the Nepean Sailing Club (NSC), has activities for everyone year round. There is club racing, cruising, and lots of great social events. The list of social events include: Commodore’s Sailpast, “THRASH” Party, Baskin’s Cornboil, BBQ after racing, Friday Dinners (Jan. to April), Awards Night and the Members Lounge.
Adult or Family membership is required for Sail Share participation. If you join the Sail Share in the same year that you took your Basic Cruising, the cost of a Crewing membership will be subtracted from your Adult membership. As well, initiation fees will be waived while you are in the Sail Share.
Britannia Yacht Club Membership Our host, the Britannia Yacht Club (BYC), has activities for everyone year round. There is club racing, cruising, tennis, and lots of great social events. The list of social events include: Commodore’s Ball, New Members Night, BBQs, movie nights, the Breakfast Club, Awards Night and there is always the Dragon Lounge.
An Associate membership is required for Sail Share participation. If you join the Sail Share in the same year that you took your Basic Cruising, the cost of an Associate membership will be waived.
Club Events The way to stay on top of the happenings at your host club is through the web sites www.nsc.ca and www.byc.ca and the weekly club emails (talk to the club office staff about being included on those emails). While down at the clubs make sure to check out the notices that are posted on the bulletin boards and the club newsletters. The Telltale and Full & By.
Organization of the Sail Share Advantage Boating is responsible for decisions concerning the direction, management and finances of the Sail Share. Although members do not have any voting privileges, and are not involved in the management of the Sail Share, the Sail Share is member driven. Through member input and participation members are given maximum opportunity to influence the activities of the Sail Share.
Advantage Boating Staff Ron Schute, President, is responsible for the overall direction of the school and Sail Share.
Geoff Lanning, Director, is responsible for Sail Share operation, boat and maintenance scheduling. She is also the Sail Share race coach.
Suggestions for improvement You are encouraged to discuss with us your ideas about how the Sail Share could better serve its members. The best way is to call the AB office or send an email. If you have a complaint of a serious nature involving the conduct of another Sail Share or staff member, you are encouraged to talk to the AB Director or a member of the NSC/BYC board of
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directors.
SAIL SHARE RULES These rules are intended to ensure the safety of our sailors and proper use of equipment and to create a cooperative atmosphere.
Safety A Transport Canada-approved lifejacket or PFD must be worn at all times on the docks and on the boats. No alcohol is allowed on the boats. Smoking is not permitted on the boats (cockpit or cabin) or on the docks. No pets on board please.
Reporting Incidents The following incidents must be reported in writing to AB and signed by each member involved, at the first opportunity. In the event of outside party involvement, Sail Share members are not to admit any liability or speak on behalf of NSC, BYC or Advantage Boating: Collision of a Sail Share boat; Personal injury where professional medical aid was required; Police or Search and Rescue was called; or Damage or loss of Sail Share property.
The report should contain the date, time and location of the incident, the names of members who were present; the names and phone numbers of other individuals involved and a description of what happened. Forms are available in the back of the “boat kit” binder.
Damage Deposit A $1000 boat damage deposit is required from each member at the beginning of the season (held through a valid credit card). In the event of wilful damage or negligence to any of the boats, each member on board will share the cost of the damage incurred. Members are responsible for winch handles that have been lost overboard.
A Sail Share member who engages in reckless or wilful misconduct is liable for full damages to Sail Share property and any second or third party damages.
Insurance The commercial policy covering property damage for the Sail Share program boats carries a $1,000.00 deductible. In the event of serious damage, the operator (Skipper) at fault is liable for up to $1,000.00 in damages.
NB: Please remember to keep a proper lookout “by all available means appropriate in the prevailing circumstances”. (Collision Regulations, Rule 5) Many accidents occur because people aren’t paying attention.
Conduct A member who behaves in a reckless, dangerous or illegal manner risks expulsion from the Sail Share. The decision of the AB President is final.
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Waivers & Safety Forms Every member or guest is required to complete a medical safety form and waiver at the beginning of the season or outing. These are then filed with the AB office and kept on record.
Full-time members only need to file one form per season and it is to be completed upon registration. If there is a medical condition, which may prevent the individual from participating safely, AB staff and the skipper must be notified prior to sailing. If any of the information changes during the season please fill out a new form and file it with the AB office.
Medical information will remain confidential.
Crew Qualifications To be a qualified crew member (“C” on the membership roster) you must: Have completed or be working on attaining the CYA Basic Crew Standard or equivalent; Be able to perform emergency Crew Overboard procedures and; Have completed a boat orientation.
Skipper Qualifications A Cruising Skipper (“S” on the membership roster) may command any of the Sail Share boats (at their club of membership) if he/she has: Successfully completed the CYA Basic Cruising Standard (or has equivalent experience); A thorough knowledge of the AB/NSC/BYC rules and procedures and; Has successfully completed the AB skipper checkout.
Boat Orientations and Checkouts Orientations are conducted by a qualified Sail Share skipper, AB staff (or CYA instructor if the individual does not have the CYA Basic standard) for all new members. The orientation consists of an on-the-water review of basic sailing skills and emergency procedures. A skipper’s checkout, conducted by a CYA instructor, ensures that each skipper can handle a boat safely and has a thorough knowledge of the Sail Share’s guidelines. Qualified skippers will gladly help new members practice the checkout requirements.
Reserving the Boats Boats are available seven days a week, including holidays. There are three booking periods every day: 9:00 am – 1:00 pm 1:15 pm – 5:15 pm 5:30 pm to dusk. You may book up to seven days in advance. You may sign up on-line, by email, by telephone, or in person. Your name will be registered into the requested slot providing there is space. If you don’t have a skipper, the school staff will try to arrange one for you.
On-line Booking System We are now using an on-line booking system. Go to www.supersaas.com and look for the login. User id will be your email and the same password used to log into the Member’s section on the AB website. A user’s guide has been uploaded onto the Member’s section.
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If you need to call or email in we will need to know the following details: 1) The name of the skipper; 2) The date you would like; 3) The time slot; 4) Your preference of boat. Also, if you are looking for crew or would like a special departure/return time.
All Day Weekend Bookings One boat on a Saturday and one boat on a Sunday (or a Monday if it is a long weekend) at each club may be reserved for an all-day booking (9am to sunset). Bookings for this are still made a maximum of seven days in advance. The same member may not use this booking on consecutive weekends.
The Weekend Schedule… On Friday as of 5 pm the schedule is posted to the mailboxes at each club and it is the paper copy that rules. Any on-line bookings or cancellations made after the office is closed are done as a courtesy to your fellow members.
Extending your time the day of… You have arrived to the club and it’s an even better sailing day than you had planned. You have booked the afternoon time slot and the evening time slot after you on the paper is open, then you may reserve both time slots at that time. Take the pen and draw an arrow into the next time slot. If possible update the on-line booking system as a courtesy to your fellow members.
If you must cancel your reservation, give as much notice as possible.
Overnight Bookings Members who are in their third season of membership with the Sail Share and who hold their CYA Intermediate standard may book a boat for the purpose of staying overnight during NSC/BYC Baskin’s up-river events.
Big Boat Bookings….
Bookings and Cancellations (outside of regular office hours)… If you decide to just show up at NSC/BYC when school staff are not in the AB office to make corrections to the weekend schedule, look at the posting at the AB mailbox. If the block of time is open simply fill in your crew list on the schedule, then go and enjoy your sail, (but don’t forget to stop again and file your sail plan!) However, if there is a crew already slotted in, you are required to wait one hour from the scheduled start time. If the boat has not been claimed after that hour, then you may write in your crew names and enjoy your sail.
As a courtesy, if you have to cancel your time slot and there is a crew scheduled before you, please try to call/email the crew booked in for the earlier session. This will allow that crew to extend their time on the boat without having to come back to dock and wait around for an hour.
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Special events AB reserves the right to alter boat schedules due to maintenance or special events. Members will be notified by email, website or phone in the event that changes are made to the schedule. Boats for special events and clinics are reserved upon announcement of the event.
All of the Sail Share Boats are reserved Thursday nights for Interclub One-Design Race Night. This program is for Sail Share Level One members. The racing members also are able to reserve the boats for other racing events or regular race nights.
Number of sailors Each boat must have a qualified skipper and at least one qualified crew member. An additional qualified crew is required if flying a spinnaker.
A skipper must not turn away a member unless the boat is filled to capacity. The boats comfortably accommodate four adult sailors.
Returning on time Please make sure that the boat is returned before the next time slot or before dusk. Watch the weather as you sail and allow for extra time if you have to sail up wind upon your return to the sailing club.
Spinnakers All Sharks are equipped with two spinnakers (racing and practice). The Tanzers are only equipped with one spinnaker. The spinnakers may be deployed if the skipper has attended a spinnaker clinic and at least two qualified crew are on board. Spinnakers must not be used in winds over 15 knots! (They are made of lightweight material and can be damaged easily).
Guests Guests are welcome to sail up to three times per season. When making reservations, please give the office staff a list of guest names.
Each new guest must complete a waiver and safety form prior to departure. If they are a returning guest, their original form will already be on file in the AB office.
Children, as well as the adults must wear a PFD at all times. Children under 18 years of age may sail as a guest if accompanied and supervised by an adult and if the skipper agrees. For safety reasons, we suggest that young children remain in the cockpit or below deck. It is important to ensure that there is an adequate number of crew on board to handle the boat safely and supervise the children.
Check List/Sail Plan The purpose of the Check List/Sail Plan is to assist you in preparing the boat for sailing. Accuracy in filling this out will help ensure the safety of the crew aboard and to communicate to AB any technical problems that may have occurred while you were out sailing.
Prior to sailing The Sail Plan/Boat Checklist must be completed and filed in the mailbox. The names of the skipper, crew and guest must be accurate before departure. Please note last minute changes on the checklist. It is very important, in case of an emergency, that we
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have an accurate record of all people on board at all times. (This includes special events, seminars and race nights.)
If you discover that you have left the Sail Plan/Boat Checklist on board you must return to the dock and file the checklist.
You must complete the sail plan section of the checklist and adhere to it. If you want to modify your sail plan, please attempt to advise the AB office. This is especially critical for extended day sails.
After sailing Upon your return, please complete the balance of the sail plan, note any maintenance issues required and return the sail plan to the AB mailbox. If maintenance is required before a boat can sail again, make a note on the Sail Plan/Boat Checklist.
Incoming boats may “sign off” to the next skipper (and avoid de-rigging the boat), providing the skipper assuming command is present and agrees.
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SEAMANSHIP This section contains valuable information to assist you in becoming a more competent and well-rounded sailor.
Sail selection Match the wind rating on the sails to the weather conditions. The difference is in the size of the overlap of the foresail with the main. Never exceed the maximum wind rating for the sails because a ripped sail is dangerous and expensive. Also remember that the headsail fairlead positions or the track choice will need to be moved or changed depending on the size of the headsail that you will be using.
On the Sharks, you have two options: a genoa (180% overlap) or a jib (110% overlap). On the Tanzers, you might have three options: a #1 genoa (180%), #2 genoa (150%) or a jib (110%).
If you plan to practice a lot of crew overboard drills, use old sails, since the extensive flogging quickly deteriorates the newer sails.
Outhaul Apply the outhaul at the dock. If eased in heavy winds, it will be tough to tension under load. The outhaul must always be eased when finished so that the foot of the sail is not stretched. The outhaul can also be tightened while there is no pressure on the main sail (release main sheet).
Foul weather gear Good wind seems to go hand in hand with foul weather and good foul weather gear will maximize your sailing enjoyment. You can find any gear you need at the Chandlery here in Ottawa.
Deck shoes Deck shoes or non-marking soft-sole shoes must be worn on the boats and docks.
Unfamiliar territory All of the Sail Share boats are equipped with both CHS Chart 1550 and a local version of 1550. Hazards to navigation (shoals and rocks) exist in these waters and members should familiarize themselves with this area chart. Please pay particular attention to the following hazards: Britannia Bay (K1), Blueberry Reef (K4), the Rapids, Shirley’s Bay (K5), west side of Aylmer Island etc. This is not a complete list. It is your responsibility to be aware of all hazards in your sailing area.
Maintaining a Lookout Watch 360 degrees. Check the blind spot behind your foresail. A boat on the opposite tack may have the same blind spot as you. A skipper and crew must be constantly vigilant, and keep a look out at all times.
The engine Starting the engines needs a little patience not brute strength! The cords should not be pulled all the way out to the end of the cords. The engines get older they might need a little more gas (throttle setting) to get them going. On your first start with a full choke the engine
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does stall out, put the choke in and give just a little more throttle.
Always check the three S's upon start up - spit -- cooling water; smoke -- exhaust and sound -- does the engine sound rough. The last thing when starting the engines is to give them more warm up time while sitting at the docks, especially the older engines!
When shifting gears… Take your time Use the slowest possible RPM Listen to hear that the engine has slowed down.
So throttle down, let the engine actually slow down and then shift especially important when shifting to go from forward into reverse... throttle down, shift into neutral, but listen that the engine has actually slowed down. So, pause for 3 seconds in neutral then shift into reverse and VERY SLOWLY throttle up in reverse as required!
Two Golden Rules for Engines 1) When in doubt double check the fuel switch is open for the correct tank – internal/external. 2) Always keep one hand on the tiller and one hand for working the engine controls.
During a casual sail the engine may be tilted up or in the Sharks stored away for better performance. On the tilted up engines double check that the fuel line is not pinched or kinked right near the fuel line and engine hook up.
After a sail in the Sharks — store the engine in the aft lazarette and make sure it is always be placed with the prop on the port side, the front carrying handle and engine controls facing upwards, fuel shut off (lever should be parallel to the water or pushed back) and both the engine and jerry can bungeed into place.
After a sail in the Tanzers the engines should be lifted up with the fuel line connected but again make sure it is not pinched. The T22 engines at NSC are to be lifted up out of the water but not tilted completely out. Leaves more space in the channel!
Halyard tension Heavy weather dictates flat sail shape; do not over tension the halyards or jib sheets. Raise the halyards to the point where the horizontal creases disappear. There should never be any vertical creases in the luff. Never exceed the black band settings at the top of the mast (for the halyard) or boom (for the outhaul).
Do not grind in the headsail too tight. Leaving it a couple of inches off the shrouds greatly increases sail life, results in better sail shape and often promotes better airflow around the main sail. Leaving approximately 4” – 6” between the sail and the spreaders is recommended, when sailing upwind
Docking and Anchoring It is good seamanship to be prepared at all times. Do not stow away the dock lines and fenders until you are well clear of the docks and out in an open area, in case you need to return to the dock in a hurry. Do not de-rig the boat until after you have docked, in case the
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engine fails and you need to use the sails to manoeuvre the boat.
Docking speed should be limited to the bare minimum necessary for steerage. Do not depend on shifting the engine into reverse gear to stop the boat.
Dock and anchor away from NSC only where safe and the possibility of boat damage is nonexistent. The BYC sea wall and swimming area does not provide enough water depth for safe dockage. Adhere to channel markers when entering or exiting the NSC or BYC harbour. Do not take short-cuts entering either harbour!
Use at least four fenders at any dock. Chafing gear should be used on all dock lines where the dock is higher than the boat deck.
When approaching a floating dock, tie the fenders low. Let them drag on the water a little bit, so they make contact with the low-lying dock. When approaching a sea wall, tie the fenders as high as possible, so that they will protect the widest part of the boat. NSC docks sit high in the water. Have a look as you leave the dock, so that you know how to plan fastening your fenders for your return. Always have a roving fender ready when you are docking at an unfamiliar dock.
Personal log Proper documentation of your sailing experience has many benefits: You can easily review your progress, and when it comes time to charter a boat, your logbook is your resume to the charter company. Therefore, you should log your sea-time diligently. Make an entry in your personal log after each sail. (Page 3.1 in your CYA International Cruising Logbook.) Total your hours up at the end of the year and one of the instructors will sign it off.
Stowing sails The cruising genoas and the jibs should be flaked and then rolled to be placed back in the bag. This will help reduce creasing and is especially important on the headsails with clear plastic windows. It is also important that the windows are within the flake. Slightly alter the flake size so that you are not folding on a crease. The racing genoas and all mains should always be rolled and stored in this fashion.
Do not put wet headsails in their bags. Mildew grows quickly on damp sails. Simply place the wet sail on top of its bag, very loosely folded and leave it on a side bunk. Do not leave sails on the cabin floor where they may be walked on.
RACING Thursday night is Inter-club One-Design race night. All Level 1 members are invited to participate in this fun event. No prior racing experience is required to be a Level 1 member – just a friendly attitude, cool head and a desire to be a better sailor.
Interclub Race Program Mondays - Ladies’ PHRF & Skiff Dinghies Tuesdays - PHRF Keelboat Wednesday - One-Design & Handicap Dinghies Thursdays - One-Design Keelboats or PHRF JAM Sundays - PHRF Spinnaker or PHRF JAM
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Weekends - A variety of events
How it works For the Thursday nights the racing members are assigned to a crew of 6 and then assigned to a boat for an interclub series. Those six crew decide amongst themselves which 4 crew will be on the boat on each race night. The Sail Share race coach will rotate through the various fleet boats over the course of the season.
On the other race nights, Level One members may organize their own crews and pick a boat to race. If there are two crews looking to use the same boat, crew ‘A’ will have the boat for a series, then crew ‘B’ will have the boat for the next series.
The race course may be an upwind/downwind leg or a triangle course. There is only one race per evening. During the race you might encounter conflicting opinions from your fellow sailors as to what course to take, when to tack and how to trim the sails. Don’t worry! It’s all part of racing. We are here to learn. Just remember that nobody is perfect and the best way to learn is to make a few mistakes (i.e. lose a few races). After the race, we all get together to discuss the finer (friendly, but very opinionated) points of racing over a beverage and BBQ at the clubhouse.
Racing rules Whether you are serious about racing or not, you should become acquainted with the Rules of the Road as well as the Racing Rules of Sailing (there are a lot of books on this subject). Racing rules may seem complex at first, but their underlying message is simple: sail defensively and keep lots of distance between boats. Remember in a collision, everybody loses.
Do you have any questions? Read through the Nepean Sailing Club Sailing Instructions or the Britannia Yacht Club Sailing Instructions (SI’s) or give your race coach a call. SI’s are available through the NSC or BYC website.
Racing tips The best way to improve your sailing skills is to go racing. Racing is not about one sailor against another. Rather, it is you against yourself. It forces you to constantly review and upgrade your sailing skills. Here are some tips to give you a head start in racing.
Stay close to the starting line. Before the gun, you should never be more than 30 seconds away from the starting line. Before the start practice your 30 second dash to the line.
Be extra careful at the starting line. It has the highest concentration of boats at any time during the race. The tactic is to follow the boat above you and stay clear of the boats below you.
Starting signals. Refer to the NSC or BYC Sailing Instructions book. There should be a copy in the boat kit bag, as well as the colour flag charts taped up inside the cabin that you can refer to.
Sail trim. When in doubt let it out. When going to windward, experiment with the sheets until both telltales on the headsail, fly in a horizontal/parallel position. On the main the top
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batten telltale should be the one flying straight out (90% of the time).
Give other boats room. If you are neck-and-neck (i.e. overlapped with another boat) as you approach a mark, you may not squeeze your opponent out by closing in on the mark. Racing rules require you to give the other inside overlapped boat room to round the mark.
Never play chicken. Be a good sport; always give ample room to the boat that has right of way. Tack well before a collision course; never take chances by crossing your opponent’s bow.
Know where you are going. Post a lookout for the rounding mark. Don’t laugh; many people lose precious time because they can’t find the mark.
Sailing is a life-long learning experience. If you lose a couple of races, don’t be disheartened. Read up on the finer points, watch a video, or talk it over with your fellow sailors and soon you’ll find your results improving.
Seamanship We encourage healthy competition; it helps to develop sailing skills. Reckless or discourteous behaviour is contrary to all the principles of the Syndicate.
Our Sail Share Motto... Remember - have fun, learn something new and when racing try not to finish dead last! Enjoy your time on the water!!
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Racing Reference Material The Racing Rules of Sailing 2013 - 2016
ISAF Case Book (web download)
Speed & Smarts, Dave Dellenbaugh 800-356-2200 or 203-445-0734 www.SpeedandSmarts.com
SAIL TO WIN Series of Books… Bryan Willis, The Rules in Practice Rodney Pattisson, Tactics
Fast U. – by North Sails Smart U. - by North Sails
Illustrated Sail & Rig tuning – Ivar Dedkan
Another good but technical writer is Stuart Walker
Sailing World (magazine) www.sailingworld.com
Where to find great sailing/racing material...
The Nautical Mind (Toronto) 800-463-9951 www.nauticalmind.com
The Chandlery (Ottawa)
International Sailing Federation (ISAF) www.sailing.org
Sail Canada (Kingston) 613-545-3044 www.sailing.ca
Ontario Sailing (Hamilton) 888-672-7245 www.ontariosailing.ca
Inside the Back Cover…
Great websites to check out for more information!
Advantage Boating www.advantageboating.com
Britannia Yacht Club www.byc.ca
Nepean Sailing Club www.nsc.ca
Canadian Shark Class Association www.shark24.ca
Tanzer 22 Class Association www.tanzer22.com
Shark Worlds Official Page www.sharkworlds.com
C&C Yachts http://www.c-cyachts.com/dynamic/default.aspx
The Ottawa River Sailing Page www.sailquest.com/ottawa