1. Have a full stomach - eating breakfast starts the day off right!
2. Bring a bagged, nut-free lunch and snacks. Nut products are no longer permitted at any of our Youth Programs. Serious allergic reactions can happen when foods labeled “may contain” or “traces of” are brought on site.
3. Bring a refillable water bottle.
4. Bring your Canadian Coast Guard approved lifejacket.
5. Always have sun protection: Comfortable hat and sunscreen (SPF 30 or more is recommended).
6. Don’t forget your swimsuit!
7. Label all clothing and belongings clearly with indelible marker.
8. Bring rain gear if inclement weather is expected. We may sail on rainy days!
9. Bring close-toed shoes or sneakers, preferably sailing booties or water shoes. Sandals are not safe sailing shoes and cannot be worn in sailboats.
10. Please remember that the children will be getting wet frequently, so we suggest that they bring extra clothes, a towel and dry shoes for on land.
11. Please do not bring any unnecessary items of significant personal value. RCYC is not responsible for lost or stolen property (cell phones included).
12. If you are running late, your child needs to leave early or you are member who wishes for their child to remain on the island after programming, please inform us by email at juniorclub@rcyc.ca.
13. Program change requests made after initial enrollment will be carried out based on availability of space and cannot be guaranteed.
14. I have questions now about so many things!! Who should I contact? Email our Sailing Department at sailing@rcyc.ca.