Open to Port Townsend, Chimacum, and West Sound Academy high school students, the Port Townsend High School Sailing team is an extremely successful and positive program that has sent some of our local sailors to district and national competitions. They sail in the fall in C420s and FJs. Their motto is, “Sail Fast and Have Fun!” Many team members become sailing instructors in our summer youth camps. The High School Sailing Development Team is a 6-week program running from September 23 through November 4 for sailors 13 and up looking to develop basic sailing and race skills. Our summer Youth Learn to Sail camps are a suggested prerequisite but not required. There is an informational meet for sailors and families on 9/18 at the Northwest Maritime campus (431 Water St), from 5:30 PM - 6:30 PM. Over the 6 weeks, we will be on the water as much as possible, practicing in FJs and C420s. We will focus on building the skills necessary to compete in fleet and team racing—ranging from perfecting a roll tack, understanding the racing rules of sailing, nailing a start, or getting into dinghies for the first time. Practices for the High School Sailing Development Team will run on Wednesdays from 3:30 PM–6:30 PM. NWM is proud to offer scholarships to those facing financial barriers so everyone can have the opportunity to learn with us, regardless of financial circumstances. People will not be turned away due to a lack of funds. To apply for a scholarship for this program, please complete our scholarship application form during the registration process. Course Details: Prerequisites: Previous sailing experience, such as Youth Learn to Sail camps, is suggested but not required. For Ages: 13–18 Duration: 3 hours per practice, once a week, for 6 weeks. Get introduced to the sport of sailing, grow your skills, meet the travel team, and master the skills necessary to join the High School Sailing Travel Team in the Spring season.