Keelboat Sailing

Clinic Instructor: Terry Brinton

 Attendance minimum: 3 

 Attendance maximum: 6 

 Minimum age: 12  

 Cost: $285

 Course Description: There's no better way to experience Coeur d' Alene Lake than by sailboat! Enjoy 12 hours of hands-on keelboat sailing instruction aboard Outdoor Pursuits' 26-foot teaching sloop. Spending the majority of our lesson time on the water ensures that the student has a better chance of retaining the information after the course is complete. Proper use of equipment, safety, and terminology are all covered. 

Students under 15yrs old may register if accompanied by a parent. Youth 15 and up are welcome without a guardian. 

Dates/Times: Wednesdays: June 4th, 11th and 18th from 3:00pm - 7:00pm at NIC Beach


Youth Sailing Clinic

Clinic Instructor: Terry Brinton

 Attendance minimum: 4 

 Attendance maximum: 12 

 Minimum age: 12

Maximum age: 18 

 Cost: $85

 Course Description: Sign your teenager up for the thrill of a lifetime with our Youth Sailing Clinic! No experience is necessary as this program is designed to be an introduction to the sport in a fun, accessible and welcoming environment. This course uses small sailboats and catamarans and requires the crew to get wet. Want more? Call NIC Outdoor Pursuits and ask us about our 4-day Youth Sailing Camp or about the CDA Youth Sailing Club! 

Youth ages 12 - 17 are welcome without a guardian for this program. 

Dates/Times: Thursday, June 19th, from 9:00am - 1:00pm at NIC Beach


Small Boat Sailing

Clinic Instructor: Terry Brinton

 Attendance minimum: 4 

 Attendance maximum: 10 

 Minimum age: 12

 Cost: $175

 Course Description: Summer lake breezes invite you to learn to sail! Enjoy hands-on, wet and wild small boat sailing instruction on Lake Coeur d' Alene. Spending the majority of our lesson time on the water ensures that the student has a better chance of retaining the information after the course is complete. Proper use of equipment, safety and terminology are all covered. Students have access to the sailboats on the week between lessons and receive credit for a free one-day sailing rental upon completion of this course. Swimming skills are required! 

Students under 15yrs old may register if accompanied by a parent. Youth 15 and up are welcome without a guardian. 

Dates/Times: Thursdays, July 17th and 24th, from 9:00am - 1:00pm at NIC Beach


Full Moon Sailing

Clinic Instructor: Terry Brinton

 Attendance minimum: 2 

 Attendance maximum: 6 

 Minimum age: 15

 Cost: $95

 Course Description: Ever imagine yourself at the helm of a sailing boat under the stars? We can make that happen! Come sailing with the NIC team for a memorable cruise under the Full Moon! No sailing experience necessary, you can participate as much or as little as you'd like. Our experienced crew will see you safely back to the dock. 

Youth are welcome to enroll with a parent or guardian. 

Dates/Times: Thursday, August 7th from 8:00pm - 11:00pm at NIC Beach