SLSBC

Just a few days left until our annual tournament this Saturday, August 20 (Sunday if it is raining Saturday). I hope everyone is getting excited. This is a very fun event and is really meant for all levels. Don’t hesitate if you thinking of participating- you won’t regret it. And it’s also a great day for people to come together and watch all the water events. Events will run one after the other so wakeboarding and surfing may happen earlier or later than planned dependIng on participation. Participants must have a full membership and those coming for the BBQ starting at 2 pm should purchase a social membership.

Here are the tournament rules:

Waterskiing: 7 am start but show up anytime before 9 am

Skiers may choose to start at any speed / rope length, however must complete a full pass to get credit for all slower speeds / longer rope lengths. If they fall or miss a ball on the first pass they get a “rerun”. 
3/4 course competitors that make all 6 balls at top speed (34 MPH) this year must compete in the full course next year! No short-lining.

Wakeboarding – 11 am start

Wakeboarders get to complete two passes of the course (green balls to green balls). You are allowed one fall, after the second fall you no longer qualify for additional points. 

Surfing – noon start

Surfers get one full length of the course (green balls to green balls) to surf. You may choose to surf with or without the rope, however surfers that decide to keep rope will automatically be graded lower than ones actually surfing, regardless of tricks. You are allowed one fall.

Wakeboarding and Surfing are judged based on 3 categories: Intensity, Style, and Execution.

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The SLSBC tournament is happening this Saturday! People on the lake have been practicing their turns and tricks, and it is almost time for the competition. The tournament will start with waterskiing at 7 am which will run until around 11/12. Skiers should plan to arrive anytime between 7 am and 9am (first come first skis!), and we will run beginner skiers at the end. Wakeboarding and surfing will start around 11 am and noon, respectively. Come early for either of these two if you are competing! The BBQ will start on the waterski dock at 2 pm. No need to pre-register – just show up and be ready to go! More details will follow soon.

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Do not miss out on the chance to participate in the Horwood clinic, taught by Dick and Tina Horwood, this weekend – Aug 6th and 7th. This duo is part of a waterski dynasty, and have years and years of high level coaching experience. We are very lucky to have them at Sakinaw and it is a n opportunity not to be missed!

If you are thinking about participating in the tournament on August 20th, this is your chance to take your skiing up a notch and get you on the podium!

The cost is $100 for two 20 minute ski sessions. Ski sessions will run both Sat and Sun morning between 6:00 am -10:40 am and Sat afternoon 4:40 pm – 9:20 pm. Boats and drivers will be provided for waterski sessions. Register for waterski clinics here.

If you are looking to improve your wakeboarding or surfing, sign up in groups of 2 or more. Sessions will be $45 per person per 20 minute sessions and will run 1:30 pm -3:30 pm Sat and Sun. For wakeboarding and wakesurfing, you will need to provide your own boat and driver. Register for wakeboard or surf clinics here.

You must have a full membership to the SLSBC to participate in clinics. Clinics will require a minimum number of registrations to run. 

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Last weekend’s concert was another success. Thanks to everyone who helped out, donated, and attended. And a huge thanks to Barry Krangle for organizing this event.

It was so well received that another artist, Richard Tichelman, has asked if he could use the ski dock to put on another concert this weekend! Richard will be performing on Saturday, July 30th starting at 6:30 pm. He has a large repertoire of oldies & current covers to entertain audiences of all ages. He also has quite a library of originals to sprinkle into a set. His energy is captivating and fun, and it will be quite a party. Richard is a pop recording artist, singer/songwriter and guitarist with \countless accolades and awards, two EPs, and performances on marquee stages from Toronto to Los Angeles and many points in between as both headliner and sought-after supporting artist.

And don’t miss out on the chance to improve on your ski, wake or surf skills. We are incredibly fortunate that Dick and Tina Horwood will be coming to the lake to teach a clinic on Aug 6th and 7th. Dick Horwood is a one of the best waterski coaches out there, and has coached competitive skiers for years. This is a not to be missed opportunity! Sign up now for waterski or wake/surf clinics with the Horwoods. Full details on the clinic can be seen here.

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There will be a change up for instruction for the Aug 6/7 waterski clinic (with wake and surf options). Chris and John Horwood will be competing at the Nationals that weekend, so instead the clinics will be taught by their parents, Dick and Tina Horwood.

This is an absolutely amazing opprotunity for anyone looking to improve their abilities. Dick Horwood is a seasoned waterski coach, with years of teaching experience. Tina and Dick are both expert skiers and anyone taking these clinics is sure to come away with great tricks and tips.

The cost and times will remain the same: $100 for two 20 minute ski sessions. Ski sessions will run both Sat and Sun morning between 6:00 am -10:40 am and Sat afternoon 4:40 pm – 9:20 pm. Boats and drivers will be provided for waterski sessions. Register for waterski clinics here.

If you are looking to improve your wakeboarding or surfing, sign up in groups of 2 or more. Sessions will be $45 per person per 20 minute sessions and will run 1:30 pm -3:30 pm Sat and Sun. For wakeboarding and wakesurfing, you will need to provide your own boat and driver. Register for wakeboard or surf clinics here.

You must have a full membership to the SLSBC to participate in clinics. Clinics will require a minimum number of registrations to run. 

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Poppa Greg and the Chillin’ Dylans are coming back to Sakinaw! They will be playing live, this Saturday, July 23rd from 6:30-8:30 pm on the waterski dock. Based on last year’s experience, this is sure to be a fantastic event that you won’t want to miss. We want everyone to come and hear the music – pull up your boat and enjoy or else listen from your property. If you are interested in donating to this event, you can do so here. Thanks to everyone who has already donated so generously for this event.

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What a great start to summer. Tessa’s clinic was awesome and lots of fun despite the rainy Sunday. And it was great to see so many people at the social on Saturday.

Unfortunately, we have to cancel the July 9-10 Boardroom Demo weekend. We are going to try and reschedule for later in the summer and if not this summer, we will try for next summer.

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Jonathan and Christopher Horwood are coming to Sakinaw Lake! John & Chris are three-event skiers that attended Junior Worlds as members of Team Canada last August.  Both boys skied for Florida Southern College this year.  John was the Collegiate Regional Trick Champion.

John & Chris are excited to coach watersports on beautiful Sakinaw Lake, and share their knowledge to improve skills of the participants.

The cost for waterski lessons is $100 for two 20 minute sessions. Sessions will run both Sat and Sun morning between 6:00 am -10:40 am and Sat afternoon 4:40 pm – 9:20 pm. Boats and drivers will be provided for waterski sessions. Register for waterski clinics here.

The Horwood brothers are also offering lessons to improve your wakeboarding or surfing! Sign up in groups of 2 or more. Sessions will be $45 per person per 20 minute sessions and will run 1:30 pm -3:30 pm Sat and Sun. For wakeboarding and wakesurfing, you will need to provide your own boat and driver. Register for wakeboard or surf clinics here.

You must have a full membership to the SLSBC to participate in clinics. Clinics will require a minimum number of registrations to run. 

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Happy summer solstice everyone! School is out (or almost out) and the lake is about to get a lot busier. In the spirit of being a good lake neighbour, we have put together some ‘lake etiquette’ tips:

• avoid driving too close to people’s docks
• drive slowly when close to shore
• avoid activities (e.g. tubing and surfing) that churn up the calm morning water until after 10 am
• drive in straight lines when waterskiing

A link to the full document is here. A while back, we also put together tips on boat driving that can be found here. Finally, we want to be more proactive about fixing the ski courses or docks – if you notice any issues with either please email maintenance@slsbc.ca.

July 2-3 Clinic: The first weekend clinic is SOLD OUT! If you missed your chance to sign up or want to more chances to improve your techniques, there will be a second clinic coming up Aug 6-7. We are lucky enough to have BC Junior team members, Christopher and Jonathan Horwood, who won gold and silver at the 2021 Canadian Nationals, coming to Sakinaw Lake. Stay tuned for more information and details on how to sign up for this clinic in the next few weeks.

July 2 SUMMER SOCIAL: We are having our first summer social since 2018! Meet up with folks around the lake and start the summer off right. This will be held at the McGurk cabin in Square Bay (with the yellow umbrellas) on Sat, Jul 2. Festivities will begin at 2 pm. Please bring an appy with you and we will provide drinks, hamburgers, and hotdogs. We are looking for volunteers to grill and are also need an additional BBQ – if you can help with either please email us at info@slsbc.ca.

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