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Registration for 2020 Goes Live January 1

It’s time to register for summer 2020! Lake Minnetonka Sailing School will go live with registration on January 1, 2020. From beginner recreational camps through advanced race teams, and our popular STEM-focused sessions, there’s something for every age and ability, no experience required. U.S. Sailing accredited, LMSS emphasizes safety and skills development for a lifetime […]

Minnetonka Students Earn State and Regional Fall Sailing Titles

High school sailing fall season is off and running! Minnetonka High School sailors have earned two titles in recent regattas: Jacob Zils (’23) placed first at the MISSA (Midwest Interscholastic Sailing Association) MN Singlehanded State Tournament Regatta September 7 in a Laser radial rig. [Results] Four MHS sailors earned a 1st Place Team finish and […]

WCCO Spotlight on LMSS

This summer we enjoyed a visit from WCCO This Morning during their “Goin’ to the Lake” series. Catch Race Team Director Alec McKee and several of our campers in this fun segment.

Youth Training Event with Olympic Hopefuls

Join us! Youth sailors are invited to Lighthouse Island August 29, 1-4pm to listen to a Chalk Talk and participate in an informal regatta with ILYA aspiring Olympians, Harry Melges IV and Finn Rowe. Hear how world class sailors like Harry and Finn prepare for racing, including their path to Tokyo 2020. Following the Chalk […]

Minnetonka Middle and High School Fall Sailing Kickoff

Join us for our fall middle and high school sailing kick-off meeting Monday, September 9, 7pm at Minnetonka High School. New sailors welcome! We will be going over important information about the upcoming season including scheduling, team gear and volunteer opportunities. Please bring your checkbook to complete payment for team fees. MHS Eligibility Requirements Register […]

LMSS BBQ and Open Sail

All LMSS sailors are invited back out to Lighthouse Island on Monday, August 19th for an open sail and BBQ from 5:30 – 7:30pm. This is your chance to invite your friends and family, show them your sailing skills and enjoy dinner! Shuttles will be running from Park Ave & the Carson Bay Facility starting […]

Saturday! Lake Minnetonka Sails & Ales Craft Beer Festival

Tickets still available, or purchase at the door! Join us July 20 for the Lake Minnetonka Sails & Ales Craft Beer Festival, benefiting LMSS. Enjoy local beer tasting, a fish fry dinner, raffle, fundraiser and live music. Age 21+ event, open to the public. Event begins at 5pm, shuttle service available beginning at 4:45pm from […]

Sign Up for LMSS Text Alerts

LMSS offers text alerts should we need to contact you in a timely manner (e.g. weather updates or cancellations). To register, text 55222 with the following keyword as the message: Keyword: LMSSCAMP for all daytime Recreational Camps: 7-9, 10-12, 13-16 Keyword: LMSSRACE for X, Opti, 420 Learn to Race & Race Teams

Lake Minnetonka Sails & Ales Craft Beer Festival

Tickets now available! Join us July 20 for the Lake Minnetonka Sails & Ales Craft Beer Festival, benefiting LMSS. Enjoy local beer tasting, a fish fry dinner, raffle, fundraiser and live music. Age 21+ event, open to the public. More information and tickets: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/lake-minnetonka-sails-ales-craft-beer-festival-tickets-62647632756

High School Sailors Qualify for National Championships

Members of the Minnetonka High School Sailing Team placed first of 20 teams at the MISSA (Midwest Interscholastic Sailing Association) Mallory District Qualifier — the spring co-ed fleet racing championship for Midwest High School sailing. The MHS Skippers head to the ISSA Mallory Doublehanded National Championship May 10-12 in Seattle, WA. See results. Following the Mallory District […]