Frequently Asked Questions
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Yes! We offer full and partial scholarships on a needs basis. Go to anacortescommunityboating.org/scholarships to apply!
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The capsize drill is a learning and practice opportunity for sailors to self-recover their sailboat if it has tipped over. Students are taught a lesson on capsize procedure, then take turns capsizing and righting a boat in a controlled environment with an instructor close by to give feedback and provide assistance if needed. This test is a safety measure for camp participation, as sailors build safety knowledge and independence through this practice. All sailors participating in Beginner, Intermediate, and High School Clinics classes will participate in the capsize drill the first day of camp. Guppy campers are not required to complete the capsize drill, but the instructors may perform one if sailors are interested. They are required to get in the water and get back out. Plus, it’s a great way to cool off in the summer! Here are some examples of sailboat capsize recovery:
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In order to prepare your child physically for sailing camp, make sure they have all the essentials, and please label all items your child brings to camp.
A change of clothes! Dress in layers, it will always be several degrees colder on the water, so warmer clothes will be necessary.
A Well-Fitted Life jacket (not orange horseshoe type). If you don’t have your own, we have lifejackets available to borrow.
A Wetsuit. If your child gets cold easily, it will be important to provide them with a wetsuit to wear during on-the-water sessions. Wetsuits are more important at our West Shore Marina location due to colder water. We have very few wetsuits available to borrow.
Closed toed shoes (Water shoes are best - and tennis shoes can work if needed. Flip Flops and Sandals are NOT appropriate).
Jewelry should be removed before class, except for waterproof watches
Packed lunch (or snacks for half-day classes)
Sunscreen
Water
Towel
Hat and or sunglasses
Raincoat
Again, please label all items your child brings to camp, it is not the responsibility of our instructors to ensure personal belongings stay with their owner.on text goes here
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Sailing camp is an excellent place for kids to build confidence and challenge themselves. Our instructors are well-trained at adapting their lessons and activities to meet students are their level, but ultimately it is up to you and your child to decide whether they are ready for camp. Please feel free to ask us any questions you may have about camp activities and or readiness!
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Right here on the website! Head to Summer Camps to check out our class offerings.
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If you know you need to cancel or transfer your camp session, follow the steps below:
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After you sign up for our camps, you will receive a confirmation email that includes information on the session, schedule, and all of the items your child will need to be successful at camp. For all of our full-day camps, video will be included in this email of our capsize drill, which will be performed on the first day of camp and is required to continue the camp.
At least one week before your camp session starts, you should receive a reminder email with camp location & schedule, and items checklist. Please check for this email as your camp session comes closer.
If you don’t receive one of these emails, please first check your spam or junk folder, and/or double-check which email address you signed up for camp with on registration system.. Then, please let us know so that we can give you the important information you need and troubleshoot our systems! -
Within 48 hours of registration: 100% refund
30 or more days before program start date: 80% refund
14-30 days before program start date: 50% refund
Under 14 days before program start date: no refund
We reserve the right to cancel programs without a minimum number of participants. For cancelled programs, we will make every attempt to place participants in an alternate program, and, if unable, will issue a 100% refund.
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ACB has many PFDs available. If you would like to purchase your own for sail camp, we
suggest a paddling or sailing PFD that leaves the lower torso more free for movement.
Instructors reserve the right to ask a student to change PFDs if they are ill-fitting or
movement restricting.
West Coast Sailing in Portland carries a range of sailing specific life jackets. Use code
“ISSA” at checkout for a discount!
Cancellation and Refund Policy -
All Programs
Within 48 hours of registration: 100% refund.
30 or more days before the program start date: 80% refund.
14 to 30 days before the program start date: 50% refund.
Under 14 days before the program start date: no refund will be given.
All refunds exclude processing fees.
We reserve the right to cancel programs without a minimum number of participants. For cancelled programs, we will make every attempt to place participants in an alternate program and, if unable, will issue a 100% refund.
Non-discrimination Policy
Anacortes Community Boating welcomes sailors and families of any race, color, national and ethnic origin to all the rights, privileges, programs, and activities generally accorded or made available to participants in our programs. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national and ethnic origin, sex, gender, marital status, disability, or age (or even whether you prefer monohulls or multihulls) in our admissions policies, scholarships, or administration of our programs.
Equal Opportunity Employer
Anacortes Community Boating is an equal opportunity employer dedicated to a policy of non-discrimination based on the race, color, creed, religion, sex, gender, gender identity, gender expression, marital status, pregnancy, transgender, transsexualism, sexual orientation, age, national origin, citizenship, primary language, military or veteran status, physical handicap, disability, medical condition, mental disability, genetic characteristic or information, ancestry, or based on any other consideration made unlawful by federal, state, or local laws.