Nova Scotia Sailors at Ice Boating Worlds

Ice Boats

Feb 6, 2017

Five members of the Nova Ice Yacht Club (NIYC) traveled to the DN World and North American Championships in Wisconsin. It was something of a mystery tour as +8C temperatures and rain made ice hard to find. The Worlds started a day late in Madison before wet snow shut them down. After a day of searching for new ice the race committee and competitors moved 350 km to Green Bay. Warren Nethercote had the best NIYC result in the Worlds (111 Competitors) finishing 17th in the Silver Fleet. Bob Crinian led the club members in the North Americans (91 competitors) with a 7th place finish in the Silver Fleet.

 

Related Articles

  • Boat Shows: Expo Rendez-vous Brings Sail to Québec in April

    Boat Shows: Expo Rendez-vous Brings Sail to Québec in April

    February 12, 2026 Montreal is welcoming a new, sail-only boat show to kick off the spring season. Expo Rendez-Voile is the event where the community comes together to celebrate sailing and maritime culture, offering an inspiring day where everyone can find their place to discover, learn and share. From maritime arts and craftsmanship to expert… Read More…

  • POTW: Classic Perfection

    POTW: Classic Perfection

    February 12, 2026 The Photo of the Week is a portrait of this striking C&C Crusader 40’. The Crusader was built from 1968 till 1971 at Belleville Marine Yard, which became part of C&C Yachts Limited in 1969. Approximately a dozen were built. The Crusader was known for its exceptional light-air performance and upwind pointing… Read More…