Sail a Small Boat Day This Saturday

Putter about in a small boat or two or three — or as many as you can squeeze in — this Saturday, March 3, at Richmond Yacht Club’s Sail a Small Boat Day. The list of boats and paddle craft available to try out is so long we won’t try to include it here, but we will point out that it ranges from 8-ft prams up to 20-something-ft keelboats.

Volunteers will facilitate the process from 10:30 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. in the club’s turning basin. All skill levels are welcome. Representatives from some of the fleets will be on hand to impart additional information and share their enthusiasm.

No need to bring your wallet, as the event is free (even the hot dogs are free), but do bring clothes that can get wet — and some dry ones. Also bring your favorite lifejacket; if necessary you can borrow one from the lost and found bin. If you’re under 18, no problem, but bring a parent who can sign a waiver for you.