2010 Summer

Sailing & Windsurfing

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847.491.4142
www.sailing.northwestern.edu

Welcome
Come to the Northwestern University Sailing Center and sail away this summer! Whether you are an experienced sailor looking to hone your skills or have never set a foot on a boat, the Sailing Center has something to offer you. The entire Northwestern community and the general public may enjoy the Sailing Centers easily accessible campus location, affordable memberships rates, high-quality equipment, superb sailing location, spectacular views of Chicago, and a trained, helpful staff committed to providing an enjoyable and safe sailing experience for all guests. Prospective sailors and windsurfers will enjoy learning from our friendly, experienced instructors who make lessons fun as well as educational. Seasoned skippers will appreciate our high-performance sailboats and sailboards. Get set for a great summer by letting us show you the thrill, relaxation, and enjoyment of sailing and windsurfing!

The Sailing Center

The NUSC is Located at 1823 Campus Drive (two blocks east of Sheridan Road and Chicago Avenue), next to the southeast corner of the double-deck parking structure. The Sailing Center is open every day from May 2 to October 11, weather permitting. Northwestern students, faculty, staff, alumni, other University affiliates, and the general public may enjoy access to the Center. The Sailing Center maintains a fleet of the following watercrafts:
QTY CRAFT CAPACITY

8 12 2 20 1 3 1

Laser-class sailboats 420-class sailboats Club 420-class sailboats Windsurfing boards with rigs Hobie Getaway Catamaran Hobie 16 Catamarans Hobie Wave Catamarans

2 2 2 1 6 3 2

max min/3 max min/3 max max max max max

The Sailing Center may close due to inclement weather, and not all watercrafts are available for general use during classes and regattas. Please call the Sailing Center at 847-491-4142 for information concerning weather related closures and daily boat availability.

Membership
All Sailing Center memberships (except private memberships) include use of select sailboats and sailboards at no extra cost. In the interest of safety, everyone who purchases a membership is required to pass a proficiency test to earn a NU Skippers rating. Additional ratings and/or fees are required for use of Club 420s, Hobie Cats, and high-end Windsurfing boards and sails. If you earned a NU Skippers rating in a previous year, you may be exempt from taking the proficiency exam. Weather conditions dictate which NU Skippers rating is required to take out boats or windsurfing boards. For your safety, the Sailing Center reserves the right to close or limit access due to inclement weather. Personal floatation devices are included and are required on all watercrafts launched from our facility. Members are required to follow Sailing Center policies and procedures at all times or risk forfeiture of membership privileges.

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STudEnT

AFFLIATE

PubLIC

1-Month 2-Month Seasonal (May 1Oct 10) Private (May 1Oct 10) Private Boat/Board Storage Catamaran Sailboat Storage

$199 $269 $349 $209 $150 $200

$229 $309 $419 $259 $150 $200

$289 $429 $489 $299 $150 $200

A private seasonal membership entitles members to launch personal sailboats or windsurfing boards from the Sailing Center. A private membership does not include the use of Sailing Center equipment. An additional fee will be charged for the use of Sailing Center equipment. Personal sailboats can be stored at the Sailing Center for an additional fee. Windsurfing boards must be carried from adjacent parking lot. All Sailing Center policies apply.

Private Sailboat Storage

Outdoor storage racks are available to Sailing Center members on a limited, first-come, first serve basis for a fee. The racks hold Lasers and Sunfish, beach space is available for Hobie Cats. Please call for other boat types. Sails, booms, and spars can be stored in lockers indoors when outdoor space is purchased. Spaces are limited. Reservations will be accepted beginning April 1, 2010. Please call 847-491-4142 or 847-491-3999 for more information.

Easy Parking
Free parking is available in the double-deck parking lot adjacent to the Sailing Center on weekends and after 4:00pm on weekdays. At all other times, the display of a parking permit is required. Daily permits may be purchased at the Sailing Center. For more information on parking, call the Parking Office at 847-491-3319.

Sail with a Friend

Members are invited to introduce others to the Sailing Center by bringing them as guests. All guests must sign a release form at the registration desk before going out on the water. Guests are not allowed to single-hand or skipper any watercrafts.

Learn to Sail or Windsurf and Receive a FREE Months Membership

Take advantage of the top-quality instructional classes offered by our well-trained staff. Our friendly, knowledgeable instructors will help make your sailing and windsurfing experiences enjoyable. Participants who register for adult instructional programs receive a one-month Sailing Membership (limited for use in the registered sport) at no extra charge. Call the Sailing Center for more Information 847-491-4142.

Wildcat Youth Sailing Camp

Wildcat Youth Sailing Camp offers children age 915 a well-rounded experience that emphasizes safety, fun, and a love of sailing. Campers are taught by professional instructors and longtime sailing enthusiasts. To enhance your childs learning and development, the camp limits class size to 30 campers per session. For additional information or questions, please call 847-491-4142.
Affiliate: $460
SeSSION A SeSSION B SeSSION C SeSSION D

Public: $480
YouTh SAILIng SChEduLE

June 14June 25 June 28July 9 July 12July 23 July 26August 6

MondayFriday, 9:00amNoon MondayFriday, 9:00amNoon MondayFriday, 9:00amNoon MondayFriday, 9:00amNoon

nEW! Wildcat Windsurfing Camp

Wildcat Youth Windsurfing Camp offers children ages 915 a well-rounded experience that emphasizes safety, fun, and a love of windsurfing. The windsurfing Camp uses our brand new Bic Techno 293OD boards and sails. Professional instructors and longtime windsurfing enthusiasts teach campers. To enhance your childs learning and development, the camp limits class size to 10 campers per session. To register or for more information contact: Tadhg Martin at t-martin3@northwestern.edu or 847-491-4142. Cost $300 per session *Sack lunch required for campers enrolled in all day camp.
YouTh WIndSuRFIng CAMP

SeSSION 1 SeSSION 2 SeSSION 3 SeSSION 4 SeSSION 5 SeSSION 6 SeSSION 7 SeSSION 8

June 14June 18 June 21June 25 June 28July 2 July 5July 9 July 12July 16 July 29July 23 July 26July 30 August 2August 6

MF 9:00amNoon or 12:303:30pm MF 9:00amNoon or 12:303:30pm MF 9:00amNoon or 12:303:30pm MF 9:00amNoon or 12:303:30pm MF 9:00amNoon or 12:303:30pm MF 9:00amNoon or 12:303:30pm MF 9:00amNoon or 12:303:30pm MF 9:00amNoon or 12:303:30pm

Private Sailing/Windsurfing Lessons

Private lessons offer one-on-one instruction for sailors and windsurfers of all levels who would like to improve sailing skills or windsurfing techniques. Private sailing lessons can be taught on 420s, Lasers, and Hobie Cats. Private windsurfing lessons will be taught on skill appropriate boards and sails. Student: $60/hr Affiliate: $65/hr Public: $70/hour Special Partner Private rate of $100/hour. (Two students, one Instructor, same boat.) Partner rate not available for windsurfing private lessons.

Catamaran Rentals
Challenge your skills and feel your adrenaline flow as you skim the surface in our clubs catamarans. Choose between the Sailing Centers Hobie wave and three 16 Hobie cats for your multi-hull adventure. Rentals can be reserved in advance and walk-ups are always welcome. Payment is on an hourly basis, cash or credit card only. Call 847-491-4142 for reservations.
MEMbERS

Weekdays $35/hr $50/hr $50/hr $45/hr $60/hr $60/hr $50/2hr $60/2hr $60/2hr
Weekdays

Weekends/Holidays $50/hr $70/hr $60/hr $60/hr $80/hr $70/hr $70/2hr $90/2hr $80/2hr $80/2hr $100/2hr $95/2hr

Hobie Wave Hobie Getaway Hobie 16

non-MEMbERS

Weekends/Holidays

Hobie Wave Hobie Getaway Hobie 16

$65/2hr $70/2hr $70/2hr

Kayak Storage and Launch

The Sailing Center is a convenient location to easily launch ones kayak and enjoy Chicagos Northshore from evanstons gorgeous perspective. NUSC provides storage space for kayakers on a first come, first serve basis. A seasonal launch pass must be purchased with storage space rental. In addition, patrons may purchase seasonal or daily launch passes. Daily Launch Pass: $30 Season Launch Pass: $150 Season Launch Pass + Storage: $225

Registration
bY PhonE

Before May 1 call 847-491-3999. After May 1 call 847-491-4142 during office hours and use your Visa, MasterCard, or American express.

In PERSon

To register in person or to purchase a Sailing Center membership, stop by the Sailing Center, 1823 Campus Drive, during regular business hours (see inside front cover). Call 847-491-4142 for questions and directions.

Refund Policy
You will receive a full refund, less a $20.00 processing fee, if you cancel your enrollment at least 2 business days prior to the first class. You will receive a 50 percent refund, less a $20.00 processing fee if you cancel less than 2 business days prior to the first class. No refunds are given after the first day of class. A receipt is required to process all refunds. A Sailing Center credit may be given in lieu of a refund.

donations
Do you have a boat or windsurfing rig collecting dust in your garage? The Sailing Center is eager to accept sea-worthy Lasers, Hobies and windsurfing rigs. Donations may be tax deductible with an appraisal from a authorized representative. Please call ahead to speak with a manager regarding your potential donation.

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