Wisconsin Stern Steerers Association 2025 Regatta Results & Photos

by | Feb 5, 2025 | 2024-2025, Home Page, WSSA

Don Ward Flying Start trophy. Photo Gretchen Dorian.

RESULTS
The 2025 Wisconsin Stern Steerers Association (WSSA) Regatta took place on Lake Winnebago in Fond du Lac, WI February 1 – 2.
WSSA Secretary/Treasurer Andy Gratton shared, “We had the first race for the Don Ward Flying Start Trophy, to be sailed for by D stern steerers only. Joe Terry is the winner.”
Photos: Gretchen Dorian

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Regatta Watch: 2025 ISA & Renegade Championship Tentatively Called ON for Feb 7-9

by | Feb 2, 2025 | Home Page, ISA, Regattas, Renegade

Greg McCormick sailing a Renegade on Lake Monona, Feb 2, 2025. Photo: Marcus Berghahn

Via International Skeeter Association Secretary/Treasurer Steve Schalk

The 2025 International Skeeter Association and Renegade Championship regattas are tentatively called on for the February 7 – 9.
Primary site is Lake Monona, Madison, WI. Secondary site is Lake Pepin, Lake City, MN. Final confirmation will be made by Wednesday, February 5, by noon.

Steve Schalk
Secretary / Treasurer ISA

4LIYC Racing Action – Photos from February 1

by | Feb 2, 2025 | 2024-2025, Home Page, Renegade

Doug Kolner sailing his Renegade COLD FUSION on Lake Monona. Photo Marcus Berghahn

The Four Lakes Ice Yacht Club hit the ice on Saturday, February 1, for another great day of racing. Photographer Marcus Berghahm captured the action, showcasing the speed and skill of the fleet.

Check out his photos here: Link to photos
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Thanks to Marcus for sharing these incredible shots—see you on the ice!

 

Capturing the Action: WSSA Regatta on Lake Winnebago

by | Feb 2, 2025 | 2024-2025, Home Page, Regattas, WSSA

2025 Wisconsin Stern Steerers Association Regatta on Lake Winnebago, Fond du Lac, WI. Photo by Will Johnston

The Wisconsin Stern Steerers Association (WSSA) Regatta concludes today on Lake Winnebago, where classic stern-steerers have been racing in excellent conditions. With the 2025 DN World Championship also starting today, the lake is bustling with activity, making it the world’s busiest spot for ice sailing.
Check out the photo gallery from the WSSA Regatta here: Will Johnston WSSA Photo Gallery
Stay tuned for updates as DN racing gets underway!

4LIYC Racing Called on for Lake Monona Feb 1- 2

by | Jan 31, 2025 | 2024-2025, Home Page

Damien Luyet – 2025 Northwest – Photo: Rob Resnick Check out his Northwest Gallery here. 

Another great weekend ahead of us for ice sailing. The Four Lakes Ice Yacht Club has called racing ON for Saturday, February 1, and Sunday, February 2, on Lake Monona, launching from Tonyawatha Landing. The flag drops at 10 AM both days. Meanwhile, the DN fleet will be competing at the DN World Championship on Lake Winnebago. Follow the action and results https://www.idniyra.org/
Important Reminders

  • Do not drive vehicles on the ice.
  • Be respectful of others using the lake. Ice sailing shares the lake with other winter activities—please be mindful.
  • Parking is in a neighborhood—respect the residents.