This is it! Your last chance to register for the 2016 Midwest Women's Sailing Conference is now. Your last chance to be part of a day filled with great presenters on interesting topics; a ton of useful education; fun and functional sailing products for sale; and rooms full of other women who are passionate about your sport! Register now. There are fewer than 10 spots still open. Don't get left behind on the docks.

Spring and the Midwest Women's Sailing Conference are both still a ways off. In the meantime there is plenty of opportunity for learning and FUN:

February 11: Milwaukee Community Sailing Center - Sailor's Carnival. Free potluck and great for all ages. Activities include a scavenger hunt, water balloon toss, knot tying contests, trivia, and more. Call (414) 277-9094 or email for more details.

Various Dates: North U - Rules and Tactics Seminar. February 11 in  Wazata, MN; March 4 in Chicago, IL; March 5 in Milwaukee, WI; April 29 in Bouyne City, MI. For more information, visit the website.

February 12: Monroe Station Yacht Club Chicago - Rules and Tactics Seminar. David Dellenbaugh will speak about changes in the RRS for 2017-2020 and then have a discussion about tactics in fleet racing. 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. Cost is $75 per person  Call the CYC front desk to reserve at (312) 861-7777.
 
March 11: Columbia Yacht Club Chicago - US Sailing Safety at Sea. This is a one-day course which complies with US Sailing Safety at Sea requirements. Moderator is Brian Adams. Contact Kurt Thomsen at (312) 465-3514 or visit the website.

March 25: Crowley's Yacht Yard Chicago - Yachtapalooza. Classes, vendors, food, music, flea market, and more! Visit the website.

We're excited to announce our newest conference sponsor -- Pantaenius Yacht Insurance. With almost 80,000 clients and over 100 years in business, Pantaenius is the leading yacht insurance provider worldwide. Welcome aboard and thank you for your support!