Membership Update #2
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- Published: Tuesday, 19 May 2020 17:06
With summer approaching and the desire to get out on the water, we are planning to open for our 44th season at the Boston Sailing Center on Thursday, May 28th. The governor just announced on Monday that recreational boating is allowed in Phase 1 of the reopening plan!
As we begin to see positive signs of a return to the new normal on the horizon, I would like to update you with our plans for re-opening and the additional policies put into place this season for doing so safely.
We are implementing a set of new BSC 2020 COVID-19 Member Policies in addition to the existing 2020 Policies and Procedures. As the season gets underway, these policies are likely to change based upon the CDC, and state and local guidelines. Please check the website frequently to stay apprised of these changes.
A smooth and successful transition into this season is dependent upon all of us working together towards a shared goal of safety for our staff and members, to ensure that we continue to enjoy sailing in Boston Harbor. To that end, we ask that all members and staff wear face masks while within six feet of each other, practice social distancing, and wash hands or use hand sanitizer before getting on and off the boats.
In addition, we are limiting use of the inside of the riverboat to staff only. If you need to speak with our office staff, please call 617-227-4198. Bathrooms are available for members on the upper deck. Lockers and the filtered water machine will not be accessible this year. If you need ice, please ask a staff member to get it for you. Launch rides will be for one group of no more than four people at a time and, if the dock is crowded, please wait on the sea wall.
This season comes with some exciting improvements at BSC. We have hired a boat cleaning and detailing company, On the Water Boat Cleaning, to assist us. The docks have been rebuilt and stabilized. Francois has made new jibs for the Sonars and new sails for Syrena. We have transitioned our classroom lessons to an online format with smaller class sizes on the water. Finally, we have added four more boats to the fleet, including a brand new Jeanneau 349! Our staff has been deeply committed to making this season a success.
Please read our complete list of new policies and electronically sign the updated waiver for this season.
Sign the new waiver before end of day Friday, May 22nd so that your boat booking process will not be delayed.
Your Membership Dates
Your membership end date will be adjusted by 24 days (the amount of missed days this season). If you would prefer to have a credit put on your account for the missed days to use towards your next membership, please let the office know before Thursday, May 28th.
Reservation System
Reservations will open for May 28th onward starting at noon on May 26th. As long as you sign the new waiver, you will be able to start booking your sails! If you still require a checkout for your new membership, our team will be in touch with you directly.
If you would like to get in touch with us, please send us an email to This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.. Our office location will not be open until sometime in June, and by appointment only.
Soling Racers will be contacted directly tomorrow, May 20th.
We are excited for a return to normalcy and for our members and their families to be out on the water enjoying the beauty of the sea.
All the best,
Jim Davidian,
President
Boston Sailing Center