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Maiden: Racing to Create Space for Women In Sailing
Follow along Tracey Edward's journey from backpacking around Europe at the age of 16 to building her own racing team, purchasing her own boat, and placing 2nd in one of the most prestigious races in the sailing world! These skilled female sailors would smash expectations and set world records during this nine-month-long race around the southern hemisphere!
Brilliant Black Biologists, You NEED to Know About
Even though February and black history month is coming to an end, doesn’t mean that we can’t celebrate black achievements all year round. Here are four black scientists who not only made significant discoveries and contributed important work to their fields but also educated their own communities and created space so that more black people could be welcomed into the science community.
Environmental Poster Contest Hosted By The Town of Oyster Bay
The WaterFront Center and Friends of the Bay have partnered with The Town of Oyster Bay to host this year’s Environmental Poster Contest open to 4th-grade students presented by Council Woman Michele Johnson and Town of Oyster Bay Supervisor Joe Saladino. Design a poster around the theme "How Plastic Pollution Harms our Waterways" to help bring awareness of how items of plastic litter harm our waterway.
Ayme Sinclair: Fostering Change
Meet Ayme Sinclair, Ayme is currently vice president of The Woman’s Sailing Association, CEO of Women who sail, and Founder of Sail Noire. Ayme is someone who continues to challenge the sailing community by providing access to those who normally wouldn’t have the tools to learn how to sail.
The Life Teachings of Captain William ‘Bill’ Pinkney
In honor of Black History Month, we have researched some prominent black figures in our community whose values reflect our mission: To connect people to the water through education and recreation. This week, we are excited to highlight someone who has impacted the black community and the sailing community in just that way!
5 Fun Science Activities For Snowy Days
Need at-home activities to do with your family when it snows? We’ve got you covered! Check out these different STEAM activities, such as a DIY SNowman measuring stick and exploring why pinecones close!
Help Us Start The New Year Strong With Target Circle!
Target shoppers who are enrolled in Circle will be able to earn and cast points or "votes" for a selection of local nonprofits, like The WaterFront Center, along with other perks.
Staff Stories - Cormac Murphy
For this week, our Sailing Instructor Spotlight falls on Cormac Murphy. Cormac has been passionate about sailing and racing his whole life. He grew up racing on his families’ J24 sailboat around Long Island. Some of his fondest memories of childhood are of skippering his families' boat.
Staff Stories: Cece
Cece Hopkinson, our 420 Race Coach, is our sailing instructor spotlight for this week! Cece grew up in Laurel Hollow sailing on her family boat throughout Cold Spring Harbor.
Why Youth Sailing is the Right Choice for Your Child this Fall
Why enroll or why continue enrolling your child in sailing programs? Sailing is more than just a hobby, it is a competitive Olympic sport that requires muscle strength, endurance/agility, cardiovascular fitness, mental wellness, relaxation, concentration and communication. Sailing can lead to high school sailing, college sailing or something even more! Also, WFC’s youth summer program have competitive prices compared to other clubs and sports.
Shark Week: A History of Fear and Fiction
Shark Week 2020 combines the efforts of scientists and celebrities as they come together to appreciate these awe-inspiring creatures. In addition to Mike Tyson's opening night fight, you will see former basketball player Shaquille O'Neal hosting with Dude Perfect and former NASA Scientist turned youtuber, Mark Rober, on the show "Shaq Attack" (Monday 8/10). Even Will Smith and Snopp Dogg join the ranks with "Will Smith: Off The Deep End"(Tuesday 8/11) and "Sharkadelic Summer" (Thursday 8/13).
Best Books for Windless Days
Though we wish you could be sailing every day, here are our recommendations for captivating books about sailing that are perfect if you ever find yourself stirring around on a day with no wind.
Staff Stories: Rebecca
Our first sailing instructor spotlight features incoming Oyster Bay High School Senior, Rebecca Keller. Rebecca isn't only an instructor now but grew up here, through our summer programs and race teams.
New Traditions: The First Annual Kayak Conservation Cruise
With summer in full swing, Oyster Bay has once again become vibrant with flora and fauna. Missing from this equation is all the shoreside and on-water events that make our little corner of Long Island unique! As the critical state of the pandemic extends further into the summer, chances for families to experience the Oyster Bay Wildlife Refuge and all it has to offer become few and far between.
COVID-19 PRIVATE CHARTER SAFETY POLICIES
The following is a short summary of the policies and procedures instituted at The WaterFront Center (WFC) that will create a safe environment while providing an enjoyable paddling experience for our customers and our staff. This page will be immediately updated with any revisions to these policies.
How To Teach Youth Sailing over Zoom
Social distancing has changed every aspect of our lives, from going to school, to running a youth sailing program. When bad weather hits and youth sailors cannot sail, we can still meet with them online. Here, at The WaterFront Center, when weather cancels our sailing program, our youth programs continue. Organize a Zoom call for your sailors with their instructors for a social distance sailing day!
Re-Opening June 24th! Start Planning Your Summer 2020!
See the schedule below to see when our programs are opening! The WaterFront Center (WFC) offers sailing programs, harbor tours, marine education programs, and rentals of kayaks, paddleboards, and sailboats to our local community on Long Island.
COVID-19 YOUTH SAILING SAFETY POLICIES
The following is a short summary of the policies and procedures instituted at The WaterFront Center (WFC) that will create a safe environment while providing an enjoyable paddling experience for our customers and our staff. This page will be immediately updated with any revisions to these policies.
COVID-19 ADULT SAILING SAFETY POLICIES
The following is a short summary of the policies and procedures instituted at The WaterFront Center (WFC) that will create a safe environment while providing an enjoyable paddling experience for our customers and our staff. This page will be immediately updated with any revisions to these policies.
The WaterFront Center Will Be Closed Through At Least June 23rd
In the interest of the safety of our customers and staff, The WaterFront Center has ceased all operations and will be closed through at least June 23rd.