RACE CREW TRAINING
AGES 18+
Program Details
Dates
Spring Session (6 weeks. 1 day per week)
Summer Session (6 weeks. 1 day per week)
Fall Session (6 weeks. 1 day per week)
*Specific dates are TBD
The Boat
Name: "Macho Duck"
Model: Tartan 10
Rigging Type: Fractional Sloop
Length Overall : 33.14 ft
Max Draft: 5.87 ft
Sail Area: 486.00 ft²
The Skipper
TBD
Race it like you own it... without the expenses
If you have ever thought of owning a larger boat or just want to see what it is like to sail on one, here is your chance.
Learn how to be a crewmember and a skipper
Learning opportunities include boat handling, maintenance, rules of racing, team work, safety, logistics, and so much more.
Prerequisite
This is not for beginners. Sailing skills are required. The program is designed for our intermediate sailors to take the next step. Others will be evaluated on a case by case basis.
Cost
The cost is $375 per session.
Location
Macho Duck is not located at Belle Isle. It is sailed out of Grayhaven State Harbor across the river.
Spring Session (6 weeks. 1 day per week)
Summer Session (6 weeks. 1 day per week)
Fall Session (6 weeks. 1 day per week)
*Specific dates are TBD
The Boat
Name: "Macho Duck"
Model: Tartan 10
Rigging Type: Fractional Sloop
Length Overall : 33.14 ft
Max Draft: 5.87 ft
Sail Area: 486.00 ft²
The Skipper
TBD
Race it like you own it... without the expenses
If you have ever thought of owning a larger boat or just want to see what it is like to sail on one, here is your chance.
Learn how to be a crewmember and a skipper
Learning opportunities include boat handling, maintenance, rules of racing, team work, safety, logistics, and so much more.
Prerequisite
This is not for beginners. Sailing skills are required. The program is designed for our intermediate sailors to take the next step. Others will be evaluated on a case by case basis.
Cost
The cost is $375 per session.
Location
Macho Duck is not located at Belle Isle. It is sailed out of Grayhaven State Harbor across the river.
A Lot of Sailing All Season
Race Series:
Macho Duck competes in a season long Tuesday Evening Series- hosted by Grosse Pointe Sail Club. Starts off of Windmill Point Park at the head of the Detroit River. Visit the link for details on the series.
Macho Duck competes in a season long Tuesday Evening Series- hosted by Grosse Pointe Sail Club. Starts off of Windmill Point Park at the head of the Detroit River. Visit the link for details on the series.
Boat call is 6:00 pm at Grayhaven Marina. We should return to the dock no later than 9:00 pm. Please arrive on time to help prepare the boat for racing.
The season will begin with an orientation and work sessions (April and May) to prepare the boat for launch. Work sessions are not required but highly recommended for expanding knowledge of boat mechanics and for team building.
Extra Sailing Opportunities
The local racing organization- Detroit Regional Yacht-racing Association (DRYA)- facilitates Saturday racing with local member clubs. We plan on doing at least one of these races in late June.
In addition, fun sails and further races can be added based on interest and availability.
Space is Limited
This is a lot of races for the season and showcases some of the best sailing opportunities the Detroit area has to offer.
Come and join us, your summer adventure awaits!
Send questions to: [email protected]
The season will begin with an orientation and work sessions (April and May) to prepare the boat for launch. Work sessions are not required but highly recommended for expanding knowledge of boat mechanics and for team building.
Extra Sailing Opportunities
The local racing organization- Detroit Regional Yacht-racing Association (DRYA)- facilitates Saturday racing with local member clubs. We plan on doing at least one of these races in late June.
In addition, fun sails and further races can be added based on interest and availability.
Space is Limited
This is a lot of races for the season and showcases some of the best sailing opportunities the Detroit area has to offer.
Come and join us, your summer adventure awaits!
Send questions to: [email protected]
Tentative 2025 Calendar
Here's the full 2025 schedule for the Macho Duck.
Crew Orientation: Tuesday April 22, 2025 6pm location tbd
Spring Work Days: Sat, Apr 26, Sun Apr. 27, Sat May3, Sun May 4, 10am to 2pm
Location: GoatYard Marina
Launch the Duck: Week of May 5
Safety Training: Sat, May 10 & May 17 10am to 2pm. Need to attend one of these sessions.
Location: Grayhaven Marina
Spring Races: Tuesday Evenings May 13, 20, 27, June 3, 10, 17, 24
Boat Call 6:00pm
Optional Saturday DRYA Regatta: DBC/GPC Point to Point Regatta
Boat call: 9:30am til 4:00 pm
Summer Races: Aug 5, 12, 19, 26, Sept 2, 9, 16
Boat call: 6:00pm
Fall Sunday Morning Series: Oct 5, 12, 19, 26
Boat call 10am
Haul Out: Week of Oct. 27
Crew Orientation: Tuesday April 22, 2025 6pm location tbd
Spring Work Days: Sat, Apr 26, Sun Apr. 27, Sat May3, Sun May 4, 10am to 2pm
Location: GoatYard Marina
Launch the Duck: Week of May 5
Safety Training: Sat, May 10 & May 17 10am to 2pm. Need to attend one of these sessions.
Location: Grayhaven Marina
Spring Races: Tuesday Evenings May 13, 20, 27, June 3, 10, 17, 24
Boat Call 6:00pm
Optional Saturday DRYA Regatta: DBC/GPC Point to Point Regatta
Boat call: 9:30am til 4:00 pm
Summer Races: Aug 5, 12, 19, 26, Sept 2, 9, 16
Boat call: 6:00pm
Fall Sunday Morning Series: Oct 5, 12, 19, 26
Boat call 10am
Haul Out: Week of Oct. 27
