Community gives sailing a go at Port

CHILDREN and adults alike gave sailing a go as part of National Discover Sailing Day 2018 at Portarlington Sailing Club on Sunday.

The aim of the day was to encourage people to find out how safe, fun, accessible and affordable sailing could be.

Portarlington Sailing Club instructor Alastair Conder said the day was a fantastic opportunity for them to welcome the community to their club and sport.

“We had a great day with kids and adults keen to give sailing a go as well as high interest to join our Learn to Sail program in December.”

He said the day offered participants the chance to go for a short sail with an experienced sailor, enjoy the club’s facilities, and find out about the great sailing experiences available.

“Portarlington Sailing Club is an accredited Discover Sailing Centre, offering Learn to Sail courses for young and old.

“The whole family can get involved – kids as young as five can enjoy a sail with a parent or guardian.”

National Discover Sailing Day 2018 is part of Yachting Australia’s Discover Sailing program, which was launched in 2012 and is designed to encourage more people to get in boats, out on the water and enjoying the benefits of sailing.

Portarlington Sailing Club is situated on the Point Richards Foreshore, Portarlington.

For more information, head to portarlingtonsc.wixsite.com/portsailngclub.