SISO's New Coach Boat
Thanks to tremendous community support and the generosity of our donors, we were successful in our fundraising efforts and have purchased a new safety/chase boat for our youth sailing program.
News
Two by Twenty Two Chase Boat Challenge
SISO's number one priority is SAFETY, and one of the most important safety components in a youth sailing program is the availability and operation of safety/chase power boats while the kids are on the water. These power boats provide the ability to respond to a variety of potential emergency situations extremely quickly. SISO is conducting a major fund raising campaign to replace our two outdated and sometimes unreliable chase boats.
SISO and CAF Host First Ever Adaptive Sailing Clinics for Challenged Athletes
Physically challenged athletes in Idaho have added a new sport to their repertoire - sailing - thanks to a recent partnership between the Challenged Athletes Foundation (CAF) and SISO.
Youth Sailing Lessons are Back for 2021 !!!
Southern Idaho Sailing Outreach (SISO) is excited to announce that youth sailing camps are scheduled for summer 2021. We are thrilled to once again provide an opportunity for kids to learn how to sail.
Read more about our summer sailing classes HERE
SISO to Partner with Challenged Athletes Foundation
Physically challenged athletes in Idaho will get an opportunity to add a new sport to their repertoire - sailing - thanks to a recent partnership between the Challenged Athletes Foundation (CAF) and SISO.
SISO Sailing School Graduate Appointed as Youth Sailing Ambassador
Maggie Scanlan, a participant in our second sailing camp in August, 2019, has been appointed as a US Sailing Youth Ambassador. This network of young sailors across the nation works closely with the newly formed 15-member US Sailing Youth Advisory Board. We are excited for a local Idahoan to represent youth sailing at the national level!
Read the entire article HERE.
Improvements at SISO's Spring Shores Sailing Center
Smoke-filled skies and times of uncertainty did not dampen the spirit, ambition, and vision of SISO this summer. Instead, the SISO board members and other volunteers took advantage of the lull created by COVID to complete another phase of the Sailing Center at Spring Shores Marina.
To see what we accomplished, please read the ARTICLE.
New Docks for Small Boats at Lucky Peak State Park
We installed 51 new low-profile docks near the Spring Shores Marina at Lucky Peak over the course of 2018-2019. These docks are specifically designed for small non-motorized boats, making it easier for novice sailors to enter and exit the water without the stress and hazards of avoiding larger motorboats. Two grants totaling $120,000 from the Idaho Department of Parks and Recreation Waterways Improvement Fund made it possible to install these docks. Our appreciation to Ada County Waterways for partnering on this grant process!
The Clubhouse
We are currently renting a storage container for storing and securing our small fleet of RS Zests, along with masts, sails, life jackets, and other associated equipment. Expansion of our fleet will require additional storage facilities.
We are currently partnering with Redline at Spring Shores Marina for indoor classroom space. As our class offerings increase, we hope to include a sailing learning center as part of our improvements at Spring Shores.
New Youth Sailing Program Ready to Launch in Boise
Southern Idaho Sailing Outreach (SISO), in partnership with both Boise City and Idaho Departments of Parks and Recreation is launching a new program to introduce kids to sailing. Plans are underway to start sailing camps this summer at Spring Shores Marina in Lucky Peak State Park, and a fundraising campaign is in progress to make this happen.