#Optimist - Baltimore Sailing Club have started preparations for the annual invasion of Irish Optimist sailors for the week from next Sunday 17 February.
The International Optimist Dinghy Association of Ireland’s (IODAI) team of coaches are making plans for training both on and off the water.
Participating sailors are reminded to check and label all their equipment before packing for the week, especially if it has been put away all winter.
“We are looking forward to a great week of fun, action and friendships both on and off the water,” the IODAI said.
Meanwhile, registrations are now open for the 2019 Optimist Trials which will take place as part of the Irish Sailing Youth Nationals at the Royal Cork from 25-28 April.
Entry is by invitation only based on 2018 season results. Entries made before 10pm on Thursday 28 March will avail of the early bird rate of €120 (entry thereafter is €200) with the final date for entries no later than 10pm on Thursday 11 April.
