Points of Sail
March 2019 Newsletter
Welcome to the 14th Edition of the Treasure Island Sailing Center's Newsletter: 
" Points of Sail." 
Here you will find highlights of our current programs, upcoming events, staff spotlights, volunteer program, and activities. 
Upcoming Events 
Today is the Day to get your campers ready for a summer of fun on Clipper Cove!  See Full Descriptions HERE.

June 10th - August 23rd   9 am - 4 pm  
Extended Care  Available  8 am - 5 pm

What's New in 2019?

Our new manual will answer all your questions about our programs, policies, procedures, what to bring, and much more! All participants should review with parent/guardian before the start of their program. Download here.

Race Team Schedule
If your child raced with us last season, please register them for Race Team (Opti's and FJ's). We will have a dedicated Coach and volunteer crew helping us grow our Race Team this Summer. Three weeks of camp and four scheduled regattas, see schedule

Carpool List
We will generate a carpool list for those interested in meeting new friends and easing the burden of transportation. We will send out a google form prior to the week of camp where parents can share information and contact each other before the first day of camp. Stay Tuned!

Fun Fridays and Awards
Last year we started back Fun Fridays, expect even more fun experiences to end our sailing weeks this year. At the end of each session, each child will go home with an achievement award so you can keep track of their progress and learn about their week at camp. 

Generous Scholarships Available!  Learn more at  tisailing.org/scholarships
Hiring for the 2019 Season ! 

Know someone who is interested in becoming a part of the TISC team?
Please email a resume and cover letter  or contact  our Program Manager Laura for more information. [email protected].

Positions Open: 
  • Weekend Adult Keelboat Instructors - US Sailing Certified Preferred
  • Weekend Rental and Land Support - Must be competent Powerboat Driver
  • Sailing Instructors for STEM Field Trip Program
Calendar of Events 
April 6th - Treasure   Island  Resource Fair hosted by DCYF
April 27th  - Opening Day - Free to the Public - National Safe Boating Week

Summer Camp  - June 10th  - August 23rd   9 am - 4 pm


We are gearing up for the season and hope to get even more folks on the water this year. Help spread the word to friends and families looking for opportunities to sail. 
Click below to learn more.          
Vanguard 15 Thursday Night Racing - Registration is Open

April 18th - September 5th
Boats are available for Charter
Program Highlight
Redding Elementary-Ms. Rees- 5th Grade Class
Sailing to Save the Sea

This past week we kicked off our week long pilot program, Sailing to Save the Sea. Fifth graders from Redding Elementray School in the heart of San Francisco came to learn about watersheds, water quality, tides and currents, and marine debris. 

They collected over 70 pieces of marine debris on the beach at Clipper Cove during their Stewardship project. All of their data was collected and entered into NOAA's Marine Debris Tracker App.


The week ended in their classroom where they created a poster campaign to "Ban The Plastic"! These posters were hung in their cafeteria for all to see! Little did they know that the San Francisco Unified School District just announced the banning of plastic straws in their lunch rooms!

We couldn't have asked for a better group of inquisitive students to test out our new curriculum. A big thanks to all of our grant supporters including NOAA, National Marine Sanctuaries, and the St. Francis Sailing Foundation for helping us educate and empower the next generation. 

"Sailing was not merely for the sake of sailing, but gave my students a very tangible experience and context for the lessons.;" Teacher, Dana Rees from Redding Elementary School 

"I didn't know what the word Watershed meant until now!" - Starlynn 

"My least favorite part was when we had to LEAVE the Beach Cleanup!!!" - James

"When we cleaned up the beach, it felt empowering" - Christina
Get Involved!
From Top Left to Bottom Right: Carson, Larry, Darryl, Rob, Russell, Bob, Diana, Patrick, Rosann, Brandon, Laura (Program Manager), and Josh. 
Volunteer Orientation Day Success! 

T hanks to this great group of volunteers for coming down for our Annual Volunteer Orientation Day. 

To learn how to become part of this great team, check out our Volunteer Page tisailing.org/volunteer
and checkout our New Volunteer Handbook
On Clipper Cove



Posted December 11th, 2018

With light winds the students from Longfellow Elementary  focused on observing wildlife in the Cove and even had the  opportunity to try their hands...

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