Camp Chronicles
Serving our Community
Junior Campers ripping it up in high winds with a reef, good lead position, and solid mask wearing
For over 25 years, The DSC has been a summer mainstay.

We employ nearly 20 young people for camp; our S.I.T. Program provides instructor training for another dozen youth; and camp is full with 30 campers each week. The DSC has paved the way before: creating opportunities for minority sailors; providing equitable first-jobs opportunities; and developing youth programs that foster diversity through inclusive practices.

While other similar programs remain shuttered or have not even begun the good work, we are still hard at it. All told, we are serving more than 50 young people daily this summer, spread throughout campus and working in small groups.

We are again leading our city and our sport by providing a safer, more diverse, and more equitable playing field even during these challenging times.
S.I.T.'s practicing their docking
It is not just about the sailing. For many of our campers, The DSC summer camp is the first place they have worn masks. It is the first place they have used bar soap. It is the first place where they have learned to turn the water off while they scrub up; and it is the first place where they have received consistent public health reminders.
Siebel Sailors express themselves on their first day of practice
The traditional reminders of sailing camp, "ease the outhaul for a full hoist" and "pull your fender in!" are now complemented by "turn off the water," "suds and scrub," "cover your nose," and "let's keep our hands to ourselves."

Yes, it is tough. But the health of our community is worth it.
Amani instructs his campers in the arts of docking and covering their noses with their masks
The Downtown Sailing Center is teaching quality sailing. But there is so much more we learn every day.

We are learning to wash our hands frequently and how to wear our masks. We are learning how to take better care of our planet. And we are learning how to love our neighbors - all of them.

Together, through sailing, we can make a better world. But we cannot be successful without your generous financial support. We ask for your help. Consider supporting The DSC through a financial gift. If you sail in the city, please register for the Ya Gotta Regatta , tell your friends, and raise funds for our Community.

Even if you cannot race with us, please consider making a financial contribution. Every dollar counts, and The DSC is committed to listening and leading. Thank you for your support.