Some people race for the pursuit of a trophy. Other people prefer to pursue the relaxation found in cruising. But all of us have something in common - the desire to be on the water and just sail! The Tall Cactus regatta is meant to bring us all together - cruisers and racers, dinghy and … Continue reading Tall Cactus 2026 – in Pursuit of Fun!
Feature photo and written by Joanne Aspinall; Other photos by Pam Neff unless otherwise noted. If held one day later, the Lake Pleasant Cruising Raft Up organized by Joel Oglesbee and Rachel Kennett might have had to be cancelled due to weather. But luckily the weather gods were on our side - a fresh breeze … Continue reading Nine Boats Rafted Up on a Beautiful Night at Lake Pleasant – and Nobody Sank!
Written and photos provided by AYC member Clay Poulson From April 17-19, Fireballs will be seen streaking and flashing across Lake Pleasant! The Fireball is a two person, high performance dinghy like you have never sailed before. They are slightly overpowered, which is countered by the crew hanging in a trapeze. Fireballs drive like a … Continue reading Fireballs are coming to Arizona!!!
Words and Photos by Mike Ferring The point is clear: Learning to sail is simple. Really simple. We used to make the point every time Maryellen and I led a “Learn to Sail” class. You’ll sail today. You can spend the rest of your life honing your skills. Arizona Sailing Foundation Chief Instructor Craig Taylor … Continue reading Kids Find Out That Sailing is Simple
