On Saturday June 22nd, Silicon Valley’s destination for lake sailing (Shoreline Lake in Mountain View) will offer free skippered sailboat rides, from 10am-2pm, while taking part in Summer Sailstice 2024 – the annual, family-friendly, global celebration of summer and sailing to create awareness of the benefits of sailing.

A public event hosted by the Boathouse, the sailboat rides are meant as an opportunity for “newbies” to take part in the fun of getting out on the water, and show just how accessible sailing is for both adults and kids. Skippered by the Boathouse’s experienced sailing staff, rides will be twenty minutes each (Space is limited though, on a first-come, first-served basis, and the minimum age to participate is 2 years old.). Besides this taste of lake sailing, Shoreline lake will also have its usual active sailing scene (classes, and more) going on at full blast, as well as other family-friendly activities taking place.

The only South Bay location taking part in Summer Sailstice, Shoreline Lake has been a strong supporter of the Sailstice goals of introducing newcomers to, and dispelling common myths about, this fun and exciting Olympic sport. Given its protected salt-water environment – the lake is nestled within the tranquil confines of a beautiful nature preserve – this event provides access to a whole-family activity at a beautiful relaxing locale.

To get additional information, check out the June section of Shoreline Lake’s Upcoming Events page, or please contact the Boathouse directly.

Disclaimer: Please double check event information with the event organizer as events can be canceled, details can change after they are added to our calendar, and errors do occur.