Fireball Alberta

The Founders Regatta was held at the Wabamun Sailing club this weekend. Attendance was small with 3 Fireballs competing in x-class along with a 5o5, 420 and a Finn. Saturday saw strong winds from the East all day with challenging conditions. There was some smoke in the air from nearby fires but not problematic.
Early Sunday had more smoke in the area with a variable light to medium wind now coming from the NNW but thankfully cleared as the day progressed. Debbie Kirkby and crew Gregg Ferguson captured 6 bullets though had to fight hard to get by Ken Tichkowsky, sailing with son Neil on 3 occasions. The third fireball was new boat owner, Dave Sorensen sailing with
Fraser Keith, who navigated their way around the traditional olympic course without capsizing. 🥳

Regatta announcement!

If you've stopped by South Glenmore Park recently, you may have seen the new sailing school building! Amazing to see this new investment in sailing unveiled this year. More photos here:

Glenmore Sailing School facility improvement Recreation facilities and programs will reopen in alignment with the Province’s phased plan for COVID-19 and current public health orders, as well as the time required to rehire staff.