New Mexico Sailing Club NMSC

03/02/2024

Hello Sailors,

I hope that everyone had safe and healthy holidays and that the new year is off to a great start.

It’s time to get the New Mexico Sailing Club 2024 season off and running. Attached is the Membership Application form for 2024. Please fill out the form and return in to the Club PO Box 1795, Bernalillo, NM 87004. The Membership fee will again be $45 for 2024. Please enclose your check with your application form.

At present, the snowpack and accumulated waters in the San Juan region have been good over the winter. We have the strong possibility of a six to eight week sailing season this summer. And new storms this past week and into next week could add to snowpack measurements.

We had the same forecasts and projections last year, but larger releases of water from Heron Lake by the Bureau of Reclamation during July blew the chances of getting the marina open. We hope to address this process with BoR in the next month or so.

A work party will be scheduled one weekend in April to prepare the marina for reopening. More details on this to follow.

If you are looking to join the Club for the first time and have any questions on anything, please drop me an email.

If you are a previous member and no longer wish to rejoin, let me know or simply ignore this email.

Thanks everyone and take care.

Jon Pickett
Commodore, NMSC
[email protected]

07/01/2023

Over the past few weeks, we have witnessed remarkable advancements in water levels. It is truly awe-inspiring to witness the marina finally emerging from its former state.

However, the prolonged period of inactivity has taken its toll on the marina, leaving us with a substantial amount of maintenance work to be done in order to restore it to its former glory. The dedicated members of the NMSC are putting in their utmost efforts to complete the necessary tasks, aiming to salvage some semblance of a season this year.

If you are interested in joining us and contributing to the restoration efforts, please do not hesitate to message us for a membership application. By participating in the work parties we will be organizing, you can earn work credits that can be applied to your dock fees. Your assistance would be greatly appreciated.

We extend our heartfelt gratitude to all those willing to lend a hand.

06/20/2023

The lake is still filling and “A” dock and the dock house had about 6’ of water under them. Another 1’ in the last two days and the runoff still has a ways to go.

We’re discussing the possibility of a short season this year, so check in here for updates.

08/18/2021

Tahoe Laser fleet Champtionship

Hello Fellow Laser Sailors

The Tahoe Laser Fleet Championship is quickly approaching. Over the years this venue, this event, has had an incredible turnout. Friday afternoon fun sail, Saturday, and Sunday are the race days. THIS IS A NOT TO BE MISSED REGATTA!

Hosted Regatta cocktail of the year until we run out...

Just imagine....fresh clean mountain water, hopefully clean air too, no houses no city,..... just the pristine mountain land surround. Breeze? Our typical breeze is 8-15 KTs with larger puffs. You never know in the mountains but Stampede Reservoir has been delivering. The am is calm and the breeze fills in around 12-1 and sometimes later.

It is time to sign up for this event Come on out and have some fun. It's time to commit to having a GREAT TIME! Time to gather your fishing pole, stand up paddle board, mountain bike, Tent and camping gear. LETS GO!!!! Make it happen!

Here is the signup link:
https://www.regattanetwork.com/event/23046

Our Regatta Headquarter Campsite is #71 at Logger Campground. Book your campsite at https://www.recreation.gov/camping/campgrounds/232858

We look forward to seeing you at this NOT TO BE MISSED REGATTA.

Sail Fast,
Rick Raduziner
TYC Laser Fleet Captain

Explore Logger Campground in Tahoe National Forest, California with Recreation.gov. Logger Campground sits on beautiful Stampede Reservoir on the Tahoe National Forest, 30 minutes from Truckee, Calif. Visitors enjoy the area for its boating, fi

07/25/2021

03/03/2021

Message from the RGYC

Spring Series Race #1, March 6th 11:00

As most know, Elephant Butte Lake has opened up to all visitors. However, as of this moment, Special Use Permits are still not being issued. We are planning on trying to start our Spring Series Races. At this time, they will be Non-Sanctioned. We will meet at Marina Del Sur at 11:00 on Saturday, March 6th. Current forecast is for winds in the 7 - 10 mph, but seem to be increasing a bit daily. Temps should be upper 50’s. Keep an eye on the forecast as the weekend nears. Please contact us for any Question, Comments, Suggestions, or any help. Hope to see everyone out!!

Message for contact details.

08/24/2020

With fickle winds and regular summer thunderstorms, sailing is a niche activity but still present in the landlocked state.