Youth sailing and water activity camps are held at the DSSA Pier on Park Point throughout the summer. Camp tuition also includes an annual membership to the DSSA.
Schedule:
Weekly from 9am – 4pm beginning June 22th, see calender for dates.
Ages:
7-11 or 12-16 depending on the week (see calender).
8 person maximum per camp week.
Tuition:
$300 (Includes DSSA membership)
Lesson Material and Activities:
- Sailing knowledge
- Sailing skills
- General seamanship skills
- Prep for motorboat certification (ages 7-11)
- Motorboat skills (ages 12-16)
- Environmental awareness
- Maritime history of Duluth and Lake Superior
- Racing / Racing Rules
- Rip Currents
- Lightning
- Weather
Swim Test Requirement:
All youth sailors must first pass a swim test. Swim tests are done at the start of each session, and include:
- Swimming 50 yards
- Treading water for two minutes
- Demonstrating the ability to float
In place of a swim test, you can provide any of the following certifications: Boy Scouts Swimming or Lifesaving Merit Badge, Red Cross Intermediate (Level 3+), YMCA Fish, or certified instructor’s statement on established swimming/pool organization letterhead.
What to Bring:
- Lunch & Water
- Closed toed shoes (not sandals)
- Swimsuit
- Change of clothes
- Sunscreen
- Towel
- Snacks (if desired)
- Dress for the weather. It can get cold on the lake, even in August.
- Life jacket if you prefer your own or else you can use ours.