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Update on crane safety: 33 members have completed mandatory training. Only approved operators can use the crane for keelboats and heavy tasks. For training, contact the Equipment Committee Chairperson.

Ahoy, sailors! Join us for Tiller Time every Wednesday until September 2024 at Lake Maumelle. From 5 pm till twilight, enjoy sailing, guidance, and casual racing. Life jackets required. Free entry, no registration needed!

Checkout our new site for volunteers. Click for more details.

The Grande Maumelle Sailing Club (GMSC) recently updated its rules to enhance safety, clarity, and member experience. The revised rules are available on the GMSC website under "ABOUT US | BYLAWS and RULES."

Key changes include a clarified clubhouse pet policy (leashed pets welcome on the deck only), a new reservation system for the crane area, and a refreshed code of conduct. The Emergency Action Plan is now easily accessible online.

The update also clarifies membership privileges, particularly regarding crane usage (restricted to certified full members).

GMSC encourages all members to review the revised rules to ensure a safe and enjoyable experience for everyone.

GMSC is thrilled to announce our partnership with US Sailing, the national governing body for sailing in the United States, to host the prestigious 2024 Championship of Champions Regatta. The event will take place from October 2-6, 2024, with races occurring between October 4-6. This is a remarkable honor for our club, offering a prime opportunity to showcase the breathtaking beauty of Lake Maumelle and the excellence of our sailing community.

The Championship of Champions is a highly esteemed event in the sailing world, gathering up to 19 competitors who have earned the title of current national, North American, or World champions in their respective classes. This regatta is the ultimate contest to determine the CHAMPION of champions!

Our dedicated Championship of Champions committee, led by Drew Daugherty, is diligently preparing to deliver a world-class event. Exciting opportunities for sponsorship are available. Contact Drew Daugherty to get the details.

In June, Nicole Claas Moore, with the help of Shelby Bellew, led our highly successful Junior Learn to Sail program. This class was one of our largest to date, with around 35 kids aged 7-16 participating. The young sailors learned essential skills including rigging, capsizing, tacking, gybing, and sailing upwind and downwind. A highlight of the program was sailing to WestRock marina for a snack!

A big thank you to the many volunteers who helped ensure the program ran smoothly and safely. Your dedication made this event a memorable experience for all the young sailors.