Merrill Family Sailing Center

04/27/2026

03/12/2026

If you’ve ever stood on the dock at Cayuga Lake before your first sail — a little nervous, a little excited — you know the feeling.
At the Merrill Family Sailing Center, those moments happen every season as students, families, and young sailors discover the water for the first time.
Today is Giving Day.
Your support helps keep sailing accessible, introduce the next generation to the lake, and maintain the boats that make it all possible.
If this place has ever been part of your story, help make sure it’s part of someone else’s.
Give today.

03/03/2026

We don’t hire resumes – we hire sailors. Turn your passion for the water into a great job. The upcoming season is on the horizon and we’re seeking a crew of sailing instructors to help us teach. Interested sailors should email [email protected]

01/09/2026

Looking for a summer camp they’ll talk about all year?
Our sailing camp pairs sunny days on the lake with hands-on fun and confidence-building skills.
Registration is open now. Head to sailatcornell.com to learn more and enroll.

12/31/2025

If you know you’ll be sailing with us next season, don’t pay more later. Renew your Cornell Community Sailing membership now and keep this year’s rate. It’s the easiest way to save and support the program you love. Membership rates go up January 1st so cruise on over to sailatcornell.com now to purchase.

12/27/2025

Time and wind take a toll on sails. Your donation helps us replace worn sails and keep community sailing strong, safe, and enjoyable for everyone who hits the water.
Consider Lending a hand in our offseason effort to replace aging sails across our fleet. Donate today via the “donate now” link found in our bio.

12/22/2025

This season, our fundraising goals are simple and impactful: To continue offering meaningful summer sailing experiences for young sailors.
Youth sailing is about more than learning knots and point of sail. It’s about access, confidence, and belonging. Your gift helps remove barriers and create opportunities for young sailors to get on the water, learn safely, and feel at home at the lake. Donate today via the “give today” link found in our bio.

12/11/2025

Our team keeping it classy with best in class bread at the athletics potluck. .captain.ivan

10/07/2025

Book your winter storage now on our website!