Dirth of Wind Spoils Laser Regatta - Rescheduling Possible

Laser sailors converged on Lake Lansing Saturday for the annual Laser Regatta, but alas the wind was converging elsewhere.

When a light breeze swept over the lake, the race committee went on the water to see if a course could be set. However, as soon as they did, the wind direction changed and then disappeared again. With nothing more encouraging in the forecast, the decision was made to cancel.

Fleet Captain Doug Carlson was very appreciative of the help he received with this regatta. "When it come to members volunteering and giving up there personal time to assist and support our regattas," said Carlson, "LSC is tops! Thank you so much for coming out to the club Saturday and supporting the LSC Laser Regatta. While the lack of wind was disappointing and understandably frustrating for everyone, without your support events like this could never be hosted."

With trophies purchased and other preparations made, there is consideration being given to rescheduling the Regatta at the end of August.

Junior Sailing Starts Tuesday with a Full Class

The largest group of Junior Sailors in recent memory is set to begin their season Tuesday (June 12) at 6 pm. Seventeen young sailors are enrolled in the program - and we have had to turn away others because we are at the limit of what we can handle with the boats and other resources available.

A group of older and experienced sailors will be working in Lasers. Several of the younger sailors will get their first sample of sailing on their own in Optimists. The remainder will be in Sunfish.

The Lansing Sailing Club is grateful to Sunfish, Optimist and Laser owners for making enough boats available so that each junior can be in his or her own boat - by far the best way to learn sailing.

"Learn to Sail" Class for Adults About to Start

A "Learn to Sail" class for adults will begin at the Lansing Sailing Club on June 21st from 6 to 8 in the evening and continue on Thursday evenings (except July 5) thru July 19th. For more information, including how to sign up, go to the LSC website at www.lansingsailing.org.

This class offers spouses and new members who haven't developed their sailing skills a good opportunity to become proficient in the basics of sailing. This is also a good way for someone who is not a member of LSC to learn how to sail.

There is no cost for members. For non members, there is a charge of $150 which includes an Associate Membership to take advantage of continuing to sail during the rest of the season using Club owned boats.

Maureen Soergel, New Member and Kayak Program Participant

Maureen Soergel greeting sailors after racing Sunday.

Maureen Soergel is one of the new faces at the Lansing Sailing Club. She is participating in LSC's Canoe/Kayak Program, has been learning to crew, and spent Sunday on the water with Doug Carlson doing Race Committee Duty.

Maureen was at the Club several weeks ago when Pat Dolan was looking for a third crew member to join him and Terry Kleiman. Maureen did her first racing in the front position and helped the "Wind Dancer" team run off three second place finishes that day.

Maureen is looking foward to learning how to sail in addition to doing a lot of kayaking on Lake Lansing. She also brings a lot of enthusiasm and positive energy to the Club.