Great Lakes Sailing

Why watch the Chicago Air & Water Show from shore when you could be learning to sail on Lake Michigan while the action happens overhead?✈️⛵

Join Great Lakes Sailing for our 2-Day Beginner Sailing Course and spend the weekend learning the fundamentals of sailing while enjoying one of Chicago’s most exciting summer traditions from the water!!

Get $25 off this clinic: USE PROMO CODE: A&WS2026
Register here: https://www.greatlakessailing.us/service-page/beginners-learn-to-sail-clinic-2?

Here's to hoping you say yes!!
Send this to a bestie you want to go sailing with⛵⛵

We have so many opportunities to get EVERYONE on the water this season 🌊 Check out our website or send us a DM to sign up for an event now!

We had a great day on the water yesterday for our 2026 Adventure Sail and are always so grateful for the opportunity to teach girls about sailing ⛵❤️

So thankful for everyone who made this event possible! (more content to come) Women's Sailing Foundation/National Women's Sailing Association

We are so excited to host Adventure Sail® 2026 at Great Lakes Sailing in Montrose Harbor! 💙

Adventure Sail® is a 100% FREE day of hands-on sailing, STEM activities, and fun on the water designed specifically for girls ages 9–14 from underserved communities.

Led by our amazing female instructors and volunteers, this day is all about making waves, building confidence, and discovering exciting career paths in marine science and industry.

📅 Date: Saturday, August 8th, 2026
⏰ Time: 10:00 AM – 2:00 PM

📍 Location: Great Lakes Sailing (Montrose Harbor, Chicago)

🎟️ Cost: Free (Registration required)

🤝 How to Get Involved
Register a Sailor: Know a girl ages 9–14 who would love a day on the lake? Spots are free, but space is limited!

Volunteer or Sponsor: Help us keep sailing accessible to everyone in our community regardless of financial background.

🔗 Link in bio to register, sign up to volunteer, or support the event as a sponsor!

Counting down the days until Adventure Sail! 🦋

Everyone is welcome to join us this Saturday, August 8th, at Montrose Harbor for a day of celebrating young girls in STEM and our summer programming, Sail Her Dreams👩‍🔬⛵

For more information and to register, visit our website: https://www.greatlakessailing.us/adventuresail-2026

We are so excited to host Adventure Sail® 2026 at Great Lakes Sailing in Montrose Harbor! 💙

Adventure Sail® is a 100% FREE day of hands-on sailing, STEM activities, and fun on the water designed specifically for girls ages 9–14 from underserved communities.

Led by our amazing female instructors and volunteers, this day is all about making waves, building confidence, and discovering exciting career paths in marine science and industry.

📅 Date: Saturday, August 8th, 2026
⏰ Time: 10:00 AM – 2:00 PM

📍 Location: Great Lakes Sailing (Montrose Harbor, Chicago)

🎟️ Cost: Free (Registration required)

🤝 How to Get Involved
Register a Sailor: Know a girl ages 9–14 who would love a day on the lake? Spots are free, but space is limited!

Volunteer or Sponsor: Help us keep sailing accessible to everyone in our community regardless of financial background.

🔗 Link in bio to register, sign up to volunteer, or support the event as a sponsor!

Adventure Sail® is a program of the Women’s Sailing Foundation (501c3) hosted by Great Lakes Sailing.

August is filled with opportunities to experience the Lake Michigan for yourself! 🌊

Visit our website to learn more about our certifications, community events, and female led sails this month. Whether you want to learn to sail, or relax on a boat, this is the place for you! ⛵⛵

We believe everyone should have the opportunity to experience Lake Michigan! ⛵🌊

That's why Great Lakes Sailing offers discounted rates for qualifying nonprofit organizations. Whether you're planning a staff appreciation outing, a fundraiser, or an educational experience, we'd love to partner with you.

📩 Send us a DM or contact us to learn more about our nonprofit partnership opportunities.