10/16/2026
Tempest Sailing's boatyard this fall. Yes, 30+ boats with several sold and sailing again.
With the exception of the dark blue C22 and the Hobie 16 next to it (customer refurbishment boats), all are donations and are in various states of completion. Some are done,. A lot are cleanup and light repair, but others are more indepth "rescues". What isn't shown are our children's sailboats - Sunfishes, Lasers, Phantoms, small sloops and catamarans. They are all here now and aren't leaving until they are done - I really don't want them back 2 years after I let them go...😉
About 80% of these are from this year alone. We are aiming too have most of these ready for, or during, our next sailing season. They will be used for sailing lessons, new sailor boats and rentals, all of which a significant portion of proceeds are invested in Tempest Sailing Forward (our 501c3 Organization) to support our Children's, Senior Citizen and Disabled programs.
It has been an incredible year full with fantastic volunteers, new students, Senior Sails, our first Regatta hosted by Brookside Cottages and Resort, 2 parade appearances, the Leelanau Maritime History Festival and lots of boat cleaning... and next year looks to provide more exciting opportunities.
We are so appreciative of all of the support provided by some very generous people and organizations who also believe in our mission: Proliferating the sport of sailing for everyone by creating new knowledgeable sailors and keeping sailboats out of landfills...one sailor, one boat at a time.
Please keep us in mind next sailing season, we would love to get you out on the water! Whether it is your first time or maybe you want one more sail. We can make it happen!
