Junior Sailing
Junior Sailing Camp Sets Sail June 15th!
Summer is here, and so is one of the most beloved traditions at Ware River Yacht Club — Junior Sailing Camp! We are thrilled to announce that camp kicks off on Monday, June 15th, running for six weeks across three sessions. Whether you spot the colorful sails from the dock or cheer from the clubhouse, this program is truly a highlight of our summer season.
A Warm Welcome to Our New Camp Director
This year, we are especially excited to introduce Louise Strawn as our incoming Camp Director. Louise brings enthusiasm, expertise, and a deep love of the water to this role, and we couldn't be more pleased to have her at the helm. Please join us in giving her a warm WRYC welcome when you see her on the water!
A Staff to Be Proud Of
One of the most heartwarming parts of this program is watching it come full circle. This summer, we are proud to have a wonderful mix of returning counselors alongside former junior sailors who are stepping up into counselor and junior counselor roles for the very first time. These are kids who learned to sail right here on the Ware River — and now they're the ones passing that love of the sport on to the next generation. It doesn't get much better than that.
Sailing with Purpose: Sail Beyond Cancer
New this summer, our junior sailors will be taking part in something truly special beyond the tacking and jibing. WRYC's Junior Sailing Program has partnered with Sail Beyond Cancer, a wonderful nonprofit that uses sailing as a healing and empowering experience for those affected by cancer. Our campers will be selling buying candy throughout the six weeks, and at the end of camp, we'll present a collective donation to the organization on behalf of our junior sailors.
It's a beautiful opportunity for our youngest members to learn that sailing — and community — can make a real difference in people's lives.
A Program That Grows With Our Kids
Junior Sailing Camp has long been a place where kids build confidence, friendships, and skills that last a lifetime. From first-timers finding their sea legs to returning sailors refining their racing instincts, there's something for every level. We're grateful for the volunteers, instructors, and families who make this program so special year after year.
Here's to a fantastic summer on the Ware River — fair winds and following seas to all our junior sailors!
