http://www.wakatere.org.nz/blog/ The latest Blog feeds from www.wakatere.org.nz en-us Sun, 18 Oct 2026 03:40:26 +1300 Rocketspark http://www.wakatere.org.nz/blog/post/171546/oks--3-7s--bush-sails/ Get set for two epic days of senior class racing for OK Dinghy and Farr 3.7 fleets - plus a well-earned Saturday social back at the club.It’s two regattas in one across the last weekend of October rolling into the first day of November:Sat 31 Oct – Sun 1 Nov OK Dinghy Rum Bucket Farr 3.7 North Shore ChampsEnter online ASAP so we can lock in numbers. Your entry includes Saturday’s social with fish ’n chips - get yourself signed up and sorted now.Head to the Regatta Page to lock ... Thu, 15 Oct 2026 00:00:00 +1300 http://www.wakatere.org.nz/blog/#post171546 http://www.wakatere.org.nz/blog/post/135331/have-a-go/ Join us for the Wakatere Have-a-Go Day for Adults on SUNDAY 1st NOVEMBER 2026 and learn about our adult sailing programmes, our boats, and our club. Meet head coach Emma and our friendly coaching team, who will be on hand to take you sailing in the club's RS Quest boats.This event is open to anyone 18 and over, with no experience required.Date: Sunday 1st November 2026Time: 10 am - 1 pm Cost: FreeWelcome: 10 am sharpPlease wear sailing-appropriate clothing, as you may get wet... Wed, 14 Oct 2026 00:00:00 +1300 http://www.wakatere.org.nz/blog/#post135331 http://www.wakatere.org.nz/blog/post/171641/wingfoil-return-this-november/ Wakatere Boating Club is pumped to welcome the Wingfoil fleet back to Narrow Neck for the 2026 Vaikobi Auckland Champs on Saturday 14th November. It’s a one‑day blast of fast, technical, high‑speed racing - and it’s going to be epic.A huge shout‑out to VAIKOBI – OCEAN PERFORMANCE for backing the event. Their gear helps you stay warm, stay UV‑safe, stay dry, and stay ready to push hard on the water.Enter today and lock yourself in for the action.All the details and online entry are ... Tue, 13 Oct 2026 00:00:00 +1300 http://www.wakatere.org.nz/blog/#post171641 http://www.wakatere.org.nz/blog/post/138331/starling-match-racing/ Register now!  North Harbour is selecting its representatives for the 2027 Starling Match Racing Nationals and the 2027 Starling Match Racing Girls Champs - and this is your chance to be on the start line.This two‑day regatta, running Sat 7 – Sun 8 Nov 2026, will determine:North Harbour sailor to represent the region at the 2027 Starling Match Racing NationalsNorth Harbour girl to represent the region at the 2027 Starling Match Racing Girls RegattaEOI required - closes 2359 hr... Tue, 13 Oct 2026 00:00:00 +1300 http://www.wakatere.org.nz/blog/#post138331 http://www.wakatere.org.nz/blog/post/169766/term-4-sailing/ Bookings are now open for Term 4 (Oct-Dec 2026) - weekly coaching for junior and youth club members at Wakatere. New for Term 4: Opti Green moves to Tuesday, plus we’re introducing Thursday Fun Sailing for extra time on the water.This year we’ve got an incredible female coach flying in from Canada and a great coaching team around her. If you’ve ever sailed at Wakatere and you’re itching to get back on the water, this is the year to do it!SCHEDULE: CONFIDENCE 1: Saturdays 9am-12pm. S... Mon, 12 Oct 2026 00:00:00 +1300 http://www.wakatere.org.nz/blog/#post169766 http://www.wakatere.org.nz/blog/post/151819/duty-roster-pre-christmas/ The Sailing Committee has set the scene for Sunday Club Racing Sept-Dec 2026 - now it’s over to club members to bring it to life.Class reps will reach out to coordinate rosters closer to race days. For now, mark your calendar and get ready to step up and seize the opportunity to contribute and connect.AT A GLANCESept 20th: Opening Day, SP 1,2 OK DinghySept 27th: SP 3,4,5 SunburstOct 4th: SP 6.7.8 Farr 3.7Oct 11th: SP 9,10,11 Zephyr, ILCA, AeroOct 18th: SP 12,13,14 Opti Open & Whi... Thu, 01 Oct 2026 00:00:00 +1300 http://www.wakatere.org.nz/blog/#post151819 http://www.wakatere.org.nz/blog/post/168779/waka-fun-time/ This school holiday, we’re excited to bring back our refreshed holiday programme - Waka Fun × two!Two courses, two weeks - pick the one that suits your family.Waka Fun is all about confidence, adventure, and big holiday smiles. With on‑water action and hands‑on shore activities, kids get an awesome experience no matter the weather. More sailing, more exploring, more fun - exactly how holidays should feel.AVAILABILITY 27/09/26Course 1: FULLY BOOKED Course 2:  CLOSEDSept/Oct Schoo... Sat, 19 Sep 2026 00:00:00 +1200 http://www.wakatere.org.nz/blog/#post168779 http://www.wakatere.org.nz/blog/post/169813/step-up--sail-for-teens/ Update: 1 place available 2/10/26Youth Waka Fun is your teen‑friendly intro to sailing - fast, social, and confidence‑building. In RS Quests and RS Fevas, you’ll learn the fundamentals, try both helm and crew, and get a feel for the teamwork that makes sailing so rewarding. It’s an awesome way to enjoy the outdoors, build confidence, and make new friends along the way.The course will run in all weather with a mix of on‑water adventures and engaging shore activities to keep the ene... Thu, 17 Sep 2026 00:00:00 +1200 http://www.wakatere.org.nz/blog/#post169813 http://www.wakatere.org.nz/blog/post/168782/new-season-new-energy--see-you-on-opening-day/ UPDATE 1230pm Sunday 20 Sept Club racing and the Club BBQ have been cancelled for Sunday 20 Sept due to the high winds. Celebrate the start of the 2026-2027 season with a whole club turnout at 11am on Sunday 20th September.  We’re honoured to have Ngahiwi Walker of the Royal New Zealand Navy join us to lead a mihi whakatau - a Māori welcome that’s less formal than a pōwhiri. Ngahiwi is a proud Devonport local and deeply committed to sharing Māori culture with... Thu, 17 Sep 2026 00:00:00 +1200 http://www.wakatere.org.nz/blog/#post168782 http://www.wakatere.org.nz/blog/post/166726/sail-into-2026-27-with-wakatere/ We are set to welcome new sailors to a club built on friendship, life skills, resilience, competition, and adventure - and after 100 years of dinghy sailing at Wakatere, we must be doing something right.Every season, newcomers join our nationally and internationally recognised sailors, learning, improving, and sharing the same stretch of water. From traditional dinghy classes to the fast‑growing world of foiling, our sailors develop skills across a wide range of pathways.With strong class lead... Tue, 01 Sep 2026 00:00:00 +1200 http://www.wakatere.org.nz/blog/#post166726