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Still Under Construction...We're Getting There!
History and Purpose:
Over
forty years ago the Clemson Sailing Club was founded by 5 dedicated students to
provide students and faculty with the opportunity to sail on beautiful Lake
Hartwell. While the club’s primary
function is to be a place where sailors can enjoy their hobby and sport, prior
sailing knowledge is not necessary to be a member of the club. There are many opportunities for members to
get involved, whether it is by taking learn to sail classes, participating in
intercollegiate regattas across the Southeast, or gaining valuable leadership
experience as an officer on the club’s executive board.
One
of the main attractions of the club is the access it provides students and
faculty to Lake Hartwell. Located in
close proximity to campus, the Sailing Club allows students to relax on or near
the water after a stressful day or week of classes. For club members who have no previous sailing
experience or those who wish to refresh their skills, learn to sail classes are
offered, free of charge. Many of the
club’s most active sailors join the club with no previous sailing experience
whatsoever. We have also continued to
hold interclub regattas which pair experienced members with new members in
order to increase knowledge of sailing, build relationships, and have some fun
sailing. Through these classes and
interclub regattas, members have learned skills that they can use throughout
their lives.
In addition to learn to sail classes, the
Clemson Sailing Team, composed of club members, allows sailors to refine their
skills and compete in regattas at venues ranging from Annapolis
to Miami. Sailing, unlike many others, is a sport in
which a sailor can continue to compete at different skill levels throughout his
or her life. While college sailing does
emphasize competition, the camaraderie of collegiate sailing is second to none,
with many friendships lasting a lifetime
The Fleet:
8 Vanguard 420's
1 Vanguard Zuma
1 Hobie 18'
1 Prindle 18'
1 C&C 26'
1 Chrysler 20'
Facilities:
The
Clemson Sailing Club's rustic setting will take you back to the
beginnings of the club and show you how much fun members, past and
present, have had! We take pride in our facilities and the fun that
they have brought generations of Clemson students. We might not have a
big-bad club house, but our sheds, deck, and fire pit offer just as
much fun to yacht club sailors as they do back-yard lake sailors! Come
down to the club and you'll see what we mean.
 420's
 Vanguard Zuma
 Hobie 18'
 Prindle 18'
 Prindle 18'
 C&C 26'
 Chrysler 20'
 The Dock
 The Sailing Club
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