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elcome to Bow to Stern Sailing School’s Youth Sailing Programs. We are now located at the Bow To Stern Boating Center, 290 Blackwell Point Loop Rd. on the protected waters of Smith Creek, about one mile by land from Town Dock.

The park like setting, with 200+ feet of waterfront, is perfect for our Youth Programs. The new facility, when complete, is designed to accommodate our growing needs which include our Sailing School, Yacht Brokerage, and Boating Center. Sea Dragon, our 36’ Day Charter Sailing Catamaran, certified for 34 passengers, also has a home at this small marina where she offers group and custom charters.

The Boating Center will offer a rental fleet unmatched in the area. Our inventory will consist of sailboats from 8’-27’ (including fleets of Optis, Sunfish, FJs and keel boats) single and tandem kayaks, canoes, and small motorboats.

The facilities, when complete, will include meeting space/classrooms, office space, workshops, large decks, bathrooms and showers, wet and dry storage, and large common areas for hanging out with fellow boaters. Boating Center memberships will be available for Youths, Adults, and Families providing discounts on rentals, classes, charters, retail items and seminars.

We are excited about our progress and our commitment to Boating and Boating Safety in Pamlico County. Please check back for more updates/pictures of the Boating Center.

For those history buffs… The Youth Sailing Program was only a dream in February of 2008, and in just four short months community members and business owners in Oriental and Pamlico County came together to make the dream a reality.

From volunteering hundreds of hours building our beautiful fleet of wooden Optimists, to donating program materials and resources, the community efforts launched a summer program which now has reached over 550 children, both locally and as far away as Texas, New York, Mexico, Greece, Costa Rica, and Sweden.

In the maritime spirit and tradition, each of the Optimists were named and christened with sparkling water in a celebration for good luck in the many seasons to come.

Where we are located… We are based at the Bow to Stern Boating Center in Oriental, the sailing capital of North Carolina. We have easy access to the Neuse River and the protected waters of local scenic creeks.

Who we are… Meet the Lead Instructors.

What we do… Our programs include Youth Sailing Camps, Keel Boat Cruising Programs, and CIT Programs which all offer kid-friendly, yet intensive sailing experiences to students age 7-16 by combining on-the-water experience with classroom activities. With Beginner, Intermediate, and Advanced camps, young sailors are able to progress through different levels at their own pace. Racing rules and tactics are taught at the Intermediate and Advanced level so students may participate in local and regional regattas. The older sailors can participate in the new Keel Boat Cruising Programs or the Counselor in Training programs which will enhance their Leadership and Sailing skills through many different activities designed for young adults.

Sign me up…
Be sure to read the Class and Program Descriptions for detailed information about each class/program. Check out the Summer Camp Calendar and Register for our summer programs. Also look into our Other Programs that might be of interest.

More than just a sailing school…
In addition to the sailing curriculum, Bow To Stern strives to teach life skills and reinforce the natural leadership of the students. On and off the water, students are encouraged to display respect, humility, stewardship, and cooperation for the greater good. It is our hope and highest aspiration to help build the strong foundations within an individual that support long-lasting, healthy relationships with others, the earth, and themselves.

Get involved…
Without the support and suggestions of others, Bow to Stern would not be what it is today. If you want to contribute time, energy, or ideas please feel free to contact us. We especially welcome experienced sailors and skilled motor boat drivers as volunteers.

Please feel free to contact Bow to Stern
We are located at 290 Blackwell Point Loop Rd., our mailing address is:
PO Box 596, Oriental NC, 28571
Phone: 252-474-6000
Fax: 252-249-2424
Email: Sailingschool@aol.com

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