Kayaking, paddleboarding, power boating, and fishing are among the activities that are growing in popularity at OGYC. Based on last year's success and popularity of these events, the Club is facilitating the organization of a variety of outings and social gatherings to promote these activities.

 

Water Programs Director:  Gary Segal

 

The Waterfront Program Director's role is to facilitate an

increased scope of OGYC activities for members interested in

the above mentioned activities and Cruising.

 

Plans for the 2012 season

 

Saturday morning Kayaking and Paddleboard events at Greenwich Community Sailing.  Members enjoy a rental discount.

 

Off site events are in the planning stages.  Under consideration are trips to Westport and Rowayton for members who need to rent and up the coast for those who own and can transport their own kayaks.

 

2011 Highlights

 

Fishing:  The second annual family fishing day was held on July 23rd with over 20 people participating.  Every child caught a fish ... and that is no fish story. 

 

Kayaking:  We introduced three highly successful Saturday morning Kayak 101 tours led by Greenwich Community Sailing.  In addition, kayak rendezvous were scheduled Tuesday evenings. 

 

Paddleboarding: This year we introduced Paddleboarding with three GCS led events attended by over 20 OGYC members.