The Sail, Power, and Steam Museum’s Midcoast Sailing Center announces a new youth sailing program, designed to complement the center’s free “SKFF” (Sail Kids For Free) program.  The program provides hands-on experience aboard a range of vessels, from 420s and Sunfish to an historic Herreshoff 12 1/2 and modern keel boats like our J22. Participants will build on foundational skills while developing confidence in a fun, supportive setting while trying out different boats and rigs.  

The week-long Afternoon Adventurers’ Club will be offered three times this summer for sailors aged 9-16.

The sessions will be the week of July 14-18, July 28-Aug 1, and August 11-15. The program will run Monday through Friday from 1-4pm for $200 for the week. Scholarships are available – we believe cost should never be a barrier for young sailors.

Aspiring “Adventurers” should be graduates of SKFF or similar beginners’ programs. 

The Afternoon Adventurers’ Club launches sailors out on the water for lessons in seamanship, rigging, and the art and science of sailing. Over the course of a week, they experience new and exciting challenges, building skills and memories to last a lifetime! The Adventurers’ Club is perfect for young sailors looking to refine their technique and explore our collection of classic and modern boats.

Participants will learn to sail while gaining independence and building leadership and teamwork skills. This is an invaluable experience for any young sailor. Registration fills up quickly, so reserve your sailor’s spot today at: https://www.midcoastsailingcenter.org and select the Youth Sailing tab.