Blame it on the margaritas that fueled the first ­brainstorming session, or the three decades that have blitzed past since a band of sailing-magazine personnel schemed the NOOD regatta in 1988.

Kauai Sailing Association, with support of the Nawiliwili Yacht Club, is holding its “Learn to Sail” course beginning next week. “This class specifically, what our goal is to be able to solo sail — to ...

operators class from 1 to 5:30 p.m. Feb. 19 at OCC’s Sailing Center in Newport Beach. The cost is $75. Information: (949) 645-9412. Orange Coast College’s school of sailing and seamanship will offer a ...

The Hull Yacht Club is offering a Learn to Sail program for novice and first-time sailors ages 8 through 13. Membership in the yacht club is not required to take the class. Three two-week sessions are ...