LEGACY PARTNERS
At Island Sailing we are proud to support these businesses and organizations that have built excellent reputations as industry leaders. We believe in fostering strong, sustaining relationships with our industry peers and working together. Here you can learn more about how we are supporting our partner organizations and the ways they're helping to shape the future of sailing and more.
OREGON YOUTH SAILING FOUNDATION
OYSF aims to keep sailing alive and active in Oregon by making it accessible to young people, with a focus on those who otherwise would not have the opportunity to be on the water. The programs we support connect youth to the joy of sailing and the life skills and confidence it helps build.
OYSF’s Community Sailing Program offers sail and instructor job training to youth who otherwise would not have the opportunity to be on the water. At no cost to participants, this program gives teens the chance to experience the outdoors and the joy of sailing.
COLUMBIA RIVERKEEPER
For over twenty years Columbia Riverkeeper has been a tireless environmental advocate for this wonderful river so many of us have the pleasure of exploring and enjoying under sail - and Island Sailing is so very happy to support their efforts.
Columbia Riverkeeper’s mission is to protect and restore the water quality of the Columbia River and all life connected to it, from the headwaters to the Pacific Ocean. For over 20 years, Columbia Riverkeeper has been working and advocating on behalf and for the Columbia River and Island Sailing is very excited to be giving back on behalf of our members by supporting their excellent efforts. Click here to learn about their environmental advocacy and consider making a donation as well.
SAN JUAN SAILING
Over 35 years of experience, offering sailboat and powerboat bareboat charters, instruction and brokerage services in Bellingham, Washington. Charter a sail (monohull & catamaran) or power (trawler, motoryacht & power cat) yacht to explore the exceptional cruising grounds of the Pacific Northwest, including the San Juan Islands, Gulf Islands & Desolation Sound. Guided flotilla options available as well.
OREGON WOMEN’S SAILING ASSOC.
Organized in 1994 by local women sailors, OWSA promotes opportunities for women to learn sailing through education and practical experience. OWSA continues to carry on the tradition of promoting opportunities for women to sail in Oregon and SW Washington.
Each year we partner with OWSA to extend a scholarship opportunity to their volunteer members who have a documented record of volunteering with OWSA, and also a passion for sailing. The Island Sailing Club Scholarship is a one-year membership to Island Sailing Club (ISC) provided by ISC and OWSA. This is a value of over $2600.00! Each year up to two OWSA members who are outstanding volunteers are awarded the scholarship, and share a club membership. Each scholarship recipient receives a Basic Sailing Class through ISC. The Island Sailing Club scholarship gives OWSA members the opportunity to build sailing skills and confidence as a skipper.
SEXTON’S CHANDLERY
Established in 1976, Sexton’s Chandlery has been serving northwest boaters for over 35 years. Sexton’s is a locally owned, family-operated store located in the heart of Portland’s boating community on Hayden Island. Whether you need some last-minute items for a day on the river, or are doing routine maintenance, adding or replacing equipment or hardware, are doing minor repairs or full restorations, they’re here to supply your needs.
COLUMBIA RIVER MARINE ASSISTANCE
The adventures of Captain Tom and the crew of Columbia River Marine Assistance are your friends on the water. A locally owned, boat towing and marine assistance company serving Island Sailing Club and our members as well as recreational boaters on the Columbia and Willamette Rivers in the vicinity of Portland, OR and Vancouver, WA.
OCSA / SAIL PDX
The Oregon Corinthian Sailing Association (OCSA), established in 1958 and later incorporated in 1975, is an independent non-profit organization whose purpose is to encourage and promote sailing events, with an emphasis on racing. OCSA’s all-volunteer Board comprises representatives from yacht clubs of northwest Oregon and southwest Washington, who together plan the annual Race Calendar, and publish the OCSA Racebook and Course Charts. OCSA also develops race management skills by providing instruction for race conduct and management, and works toward better community awareness of sailing, water safety and the appreciation of sailing as a sport.