Collingwood Sailing School continues to make waves
With Collingwood’s attachment to water, it’s no wonder the Collingwood Sailing School has found success.
For about 14 years, the school has been a fixture in Collingwood Harbour every summer.
It was operated by a group of volunteers until 2015, when the municipality took over control.
Quinsea McKenna, who was a participant for several years, is now head instructor.
She said an average of about 20 kids per week participate in the sessions, which run during July and August.
McKenna students learn theory in the classroom beside the grain terminals and then get out on the water to apply the lessons.
The town has a fleet of about nine sailboats with one being paid for through a portion of the proceeds from the 2017 Mayor’s Golf Challenge.
The program is kids ages eight and up and for all skill levels including beginners.
“This is where I learned to sail,” she said in an interview with Simcoe.com. “It’s a great way to spend the summer.”
The sessions run from 9 a.m., to 4 p.m., and cost $315 for the week. For more information or to register visit collingwood.ca/sailingschool or call 705-444-2500.