May the wind be always at your back...
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About Society of Old Salts (S.O.S.).
The Society of Old Salts (S.O.S.) is comprised of Lakeside Chautauqua's waterfront caretakers and supporters of the Lakeside Sailing Center.
S.O.S. was founded in 1991 by 26 family members. Today, the organization has approximately 300 members. The mission of S.O.S. is to provide the resources for a safe, enjoyable, and comfortable sailing club with a commitment toward continuous improvement. Members contribute the finances and countless volunteer hours to fulfill its mission. For decades, parents have taught their children to sail. Their children have taught their children, and so on. The S.O.S. strives to keep the Lakeside tradition of Lake Erie sailing alive and well for generations of Lakeside sailors young and old, male and female. |
Latest Happenings - Dec. 9, 2022
Tom Prior to serve as
Vice President We are thrilled to announce Tom Prior has accepted the officer position of Vice President. Welcome aboard, Tom! |
2023 Membership Applications AVAILABLE NOW
The summer of 2022 may be in the books, but it's never too early to think about 2023. What's the perfect gift for the sailor in your family? A 2023 S.O.S. membership, of course! Better yet, give the gift that keeps on giving. Join the Society of Old Salts 720 club, providing a lifetime membership of watercraft fun. Click here, for a Membership Application. Renew your support for SOS by either returning the paper form with your check to Carolyn Fleischer or using our new online form at https://lakesideohio.com/about-lakeside/community-organizations/society-of-old-salts/. Each year, all 720 membership contributions go into the Endowment Account, along with all equity earnings (or losses), and is made available for lakefront capital projects. Annual membership dues go into the Restricted Account, which supports the day-to-day needs of the waterfront. We're all in this together! Anyone interested in volunteering, in some S.O.S. capacity, may contact President Mike Haas. Happy Holidays, to one and all. |
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2023 Sailing Race Calendar
Note that the Mouse Island Race and Regatta have been moved a week earlier. This change is to allow the Sailing Center staff to participate, with so many schools starting activities and classes in early August. The August Cup has been shifted to August, since that is not impacted as much by school schedules. |
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Membership Information
The S.O.S. leadership team is committed to executing the mission, as it continues to look for ways to improve the Lakeside Sailing Center experience. S.O.S. is proud to serve its members and provide strategic direction for the Lakeside Sailing Center to ensure its foundation for generations to come. S.O.S. welcomes new members and thanks current members for their ongoing support of one of the most active small boat sailing centers in the country. Download the S.O.S. Membership Application and join today. Return the paper form with your check to Carolyn Fleischer or use our new online form at https://lakesideohio.com/about-lakeside/community-organizations/society-of-old-salts/.
A special "thank you" to our 720 Lifetime Members!
A special "thank you" to our 720 Lifetime Members!
Kids Setting Sail
Because sailing is something for everyone ... at every age.
The KIDS SETTING SAIL program is a FREE opportunity for the next generation of sailors to take a sailboat ride with an experienced S.O.S. volunteer. Watch for further details about the start date.
Congrats, KSS, on such an important milestone!
On Sunday, August 11, 2019, the 10,000th future sailor had the thrill of a Sunfish ride! The popular Kids Setting Sail program began in 2003.
On Sunday, August 11, 2019, the 10,000th future sailor had the thrill of a Sunfish ride! The popular Kids Setting Sail program began in 2003.
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Old Salts & New Salts |
Lakeside Races
Lakeside sailors may participate in individual and big boat races throughout the season. Watch for details.
Mouse Island Race
Date TBD
The 30th Annual Mouse Island Sailing Race will take place at 9 a.m., TBD 2023, weather permitting. There will be three classes offered, including Single-Handed Sunfish, Double-Handed Sunfish and Single-Handed Laser. All age groups will sail together. The course will start at the Lakeside Sailing Center (LSC), sail around Mouse Island and back to Lakeside. The race is approximately two to three hours. Novice sailors should partner with experienced sailors. Registration is free and will begin at 8 a.m. at the LSC. This race is organized by the LSC and the Society of Old Salts (S.O.S.).
Lakeside Sailing Regatta
Date TBD
The colorful 45th Annual Lakeside Sailing Regatta will take place on TBD 2023 at the waterfront. Both novice and experienced sailors will gather to compete in four classes: Junior Sunfish, Senior Sunfish, Double-Handed Sunfish and Single-Handed Laser. If you're not participating as a sailor, join the fun as a spectator and watch from the Dock on the morning of the event.
Mouse Island Race
Date TBD
The 30th Annual Mouse Island Sailing Race will take place at 9 a.m., TBD 2023, weather permitting. There will be three classes offered, including Single-Handed Sunfish, Double-Handed Sunfish and Single-Handed Laser. All age groups will sail together. The course will start at the Lakeside Sailing Center (LSC), sail around Mouse Island and back to Lakeside. The race is approximately two to three hours. Novice sailors should partner with experienced sailors. Registration is free and will begin at 8 a.m. at the LSC. This race is organized by the LSC and the Society of Old Salts (S.O.S.).
Lakeside Sailing Regatta
Date TBD
The colorful 45th Annual Lakeside Sailing Regatta will take place on TBD 2023 at the waterfront. Both novice and experienced sailors will gather to compete in four classes: Junior Sunfish, Senior Sunfish, Double-Handed Sunfish and Single-Handed Laser. If you're not participating as a sailor, join the fun as a spectator and watch from the Dock on the morning of the event.
