Burlington Free Press – Ahoy! Classes, rentals re-launch at Burlington’s waterfront sailing center
May 10, 2021 | Joel Banner Baird
With new precautions in place, and after a sharply curtailed 2020 season, sailors and paddlers of all ages and skill levels can once again converge at the Community Sailing Center in Burlington.
A phased re-opening this year, in accordance with COVID precautions, was announced Friday by the organization.
For another few days, the action is only open to high school racing teams, the nonprofit reported.
Sailing camps and “floating classrooms” begin this week; the introductory “First Sails” program casts off in mid-June.
Adult group activities and courses will gradually be re-introduced over the summer, catching a full wind by July 12.
Schedules and programing follow (or exceed) current state health guidelines, and are subject to changes, the center noted: Folks are encouraged to check its website for updates.
Among the new rules:
- Pick-ups and drop-offs will be staggered; plan accordingly.
- Everyone must wear a mask, all the time, through June 18.
- All adults must wear masks through July 11.
