Greetings from the Open Fleet at Portage Yacht Club on Portage Lake.
Open Fleet history and status:
- Our sailboat racing activity here at Portage Lake started out as everyone in the Open Fleet back in the early 1950’s, made up of cottage owners around the lake who enjoyed sailing. Since those early days the home base for the racing sailors has become Portage Yacht Club with several well established fleets. Other fleets have come and gone over the years, but we always have room for those looking to learn more about their boat, handle it better, and have fun while participating in the Open Fleet.
- As in any organization, flexibility is the key to success and we are set up to accommodate those who wish to participate (assuming your boat will comfortably launch into Portage Lake.)
- The most recent sailboats in the Open Fleet were the Sunfish and MC Scow which raced on Thursday evenings. We invite anyone with a sailboat between 12-19 feet to join in on the fun.
Latest News:
- The Club again has various small rental sailboats like the Hobie Wave at its moorings for those without a boat that would like to try sailing at Portage Lake and even try racing too.
Racing Schedule:
- Thursday evenings mid-May thru mid-Sept. Warning signal at 6:30, with multiple races, usually followed by a social time afterwards on shore.
- Weekends – Casual practice racing and learning. This a sign-up series with emailed notices, and operates when it’s likely the wind and weather may cooperate for those on the list who would be emailed prior to the weekend. stating the day and time.
We hope that you’ll join our Open Fleet this season for some competitive racing, simply fun sailing, and great comradery.
Contact: club office at sail@chartermi.net
Links:
- Race Schedule
- Silver series race notice
- Silver series sailing Instructions
- Boating Links