Spring News At MDICSC

MDI Trojans Sailing Team Practice

We’re filling up!

We had a record number of registrations this spring with our junior programs already 70% full and adult programs 90% full! We do still have spaces in our August Co-ed Adult Beginner program. Also private lessons are available by appointment. If you are already a competent sailor its also an easy process to take our sailing proficiency test, pay the one time fee and sail all season by reserving one of our keel boats during our hours of operation. Visit our website here to register online.

MDI High School Sailing Team is Hot this season!

The season started in early April and on the 19th we hosted our first home regatta. The MDI Trojans took first place overall against five other schools from the PenBay Sailing League! Then, on May 3rd MDI placed second  down the coast in Rockland. Next up is May 17th at Maine Maritime Academy for the Downeast Open which is considered the State Championship for Maine Schools. We will end the season on May 24th with our final home regatta off the Great Harbor Sailing Pavilion. If you're on the water that day please come cheer on our sailors or volunteer to help.

US Coast Guard Launch Operators Course

On June 7th & 8th, we’ll be hosting a launch operators course through Boatwise. The Launch Operator's License comes in two versions for uninspected or inspected vessels. To drive certified (inspected) launches (typical of most yacht clubs), the holder must have the "Inspected Operator's License." This renewable license allows you to work at any yacht club or marina and is good for five years. Visit the link here for more information. Our email us at info@mdisailing.org

Auction Fundraiser June 28th!

The Sailing Center was donated the contents of an estate on Somes Sound and we will be having an auction to sell everything in our “Back Bay” storage facility at 7 Town Wharf Way in Southwest Harbor on Saturday June 28th. We will also be including lots of marine items including boats and other gear. All funds raised will benefit improvements to our facility. The auction will be run by Jerry Miller Auctions starting at noon with previews at 10am. Go to jerrymillerandco.com for more information

Junior Program Registration to Open March 7th, 2025

We are excited to announce we will be opening registration for all 2025 Junior Sailing Programs on March 7th!

While most of our staff will be back, we’re also welcoming 5 new instructors to the MDICSC family, all eager to pass on sailing knowledge and make lasting memories. And what better way to have some summer fun than sailing on the Great Harbor!

We once again have a significant camp fee reduction (while funds last) of 50% off for all year-round Mount Desert Island youth. So please be ready to secure your spaces on March 7th by visiting www.mdisailing.org

We look forward to seeing you all and your junior sailors again soon.

The MDI Community Sailing Center

MDI High School Sailing Team Is Hot This Spring !

The season started in early April and on the 19th we hosted our first home regatta. The MDI Trojans took first place overall against five other schools from the PenBay Sailing League! Then, on May 3rd MDI placed second in Rockland. Next up is May 17th at Maine Maritime Academy for the Downeast Open which is considered the State Championship for Maine Schools. We will end the season on May 24th with our final home regatta off the Great Harbor Sailing Pavilion. If you're on the water that day please come cheer on our sailors or volunteer to help parents spectate.