Green Bay Sail & Paddle Receives Community Impact Grant from 91.1 The Avenue  Green Bay, September 20, 2026  - Green Bay Sail & Paddle has been awarded a Community Impact Grant from 91.1 The Avenue, including a two-week marketing package valued at $4,500. The opportunity will help the organization share its story, promote its sailing programs and reach more people throughout Northeast Wisconsin. The campaign will highlight Green Bay Sail & Paddle’s work with youth, individuals with disabilities, underserved communities and local nonprofit partners - and its belief that sailing is for everyone. We are grateful to 91.1 The Avenue for supporting local nonprofits and helping amplify the impact of Green Bay Sail & Paddle.

Green Bay Sail & Paddle Receives Grant from God Winks Fund  Green Bay, September 2, 2026  - We’re excited to receive a $1,000 grant from the God Winks Fund, part of the Greater Green Bay Community Foundation (@ggbcfoundation) family of funds! This support will help us continue growing Adventures in Sailing, making free and low-cost sailing experiences available to nonprofit organizations serving youth and adults with disabilities. Through Adventures in Sailing, we’re creating opportunities for more people to get out on the water, experience the joy and freedom of sailing, and build confidence along the way. Thank you to the Greater Green Bay Community Foundation and the God Winks Fund for supporting our mission and helping make these experiences possible. We’re growing good, together!

Packers Foundation Supports Green Bay Sail & Paddle  Green Bay, WI, September 1, 2026 - Green Bay Sail & Paddle is pleased to announce that we have received a $4,000 grant from the Green Bay Packers Foundation. The grant will help support our efforts to make sailing accessible and inclusive, particularly for children, families and individuals who might not otherwise have the opportunity to experience the water. Through partnerships with nonprofit organizations, GBSP provides free or low-cost sailing experiences that give participants an opportunity to try something new, build confidence, connect with others and simply have fun on Green Bay. We’re grateful to the Packers Foundation for recognizing the value of these experiences and for its continued commitment to strengthening Wisconsin communities. Their support helps us turn our mission into action - creating opportunities for adventure, confidence and connection on the water.
 
What a Night!  Green Bay, WI, June 4, 2026 - Our 10th Anniversary Open House was an overwhelming success, with more than 200 people joining us on the waterfront to celebrate Green Bay Sail & Paddle. Guests enjoyed free sailboat rides, food, live music, and a chance to experience the beauty of Green Bay from the water. It was wonderful to see so many families, friends, volunteers, supporters, and first-time sailors sharing the evening together. A huge thank you to everyone who attended, volunteered, sponsored, performed, and helped make this special evening possible. Your support has helped Green Bay Sail & Paddle grow from a small nonprofit into a community organization serving thousands of people over the past 10 years.

Celebrating Ten Years on the Water  Green Bay, WI, April 1, 2026 - Green Bay Sail & Paddle (GBSP) was founded on April 1, 2016, with a simple mission: to share the joy of sailing and make it accessible to all. In our very first year, 238 local youth experienced sailing through our introductory programs—a strong beginning that set the course for what was to come. Over the past decade, we’ve grown into a family-oriented nonprofit dedicated to helping people of all ages explore, enjoy, and connect with our beautiful waterways. A core part of our mission is ensuring that individuals with disabilities and those who may not otherwise have access can experience the freedom and confidence that comes with being on the water. Here’s to 10 years of sails, smiles, and unforgettable memories - and many more adventures ahead!

Green Bay Sail & Paddle Names Jeff Larson as Executive Director  Green Bay, WI, March 7, 2026 - Green Bay Sail & Paddle has named Jeff Larson as Executive Director following a vote by the Board of Directors on March 9, 2026. Larson joined the organization three years ago as Operations Manager and has played a key role in advancing its mission of making sailing accessible and inclusive. His leadership has expanded community engagement, strengthened donor relationships, and supported program growth through marketing, outreach, and grant development - while remaining actively involved in on-the-water programming.

Green Bay Sail & Paddle Announces New Board Members and 2026 Officers   GREEN BAY, Dec 8, 2025 - At our Annual Meeting and December Board Meeting, Green Bay Sail & Paddle welcomed two new members to our Board of Directors: Mike McGuire and Carlos Gomez. The board also elected its 2026 officers, with Lee Ann Heim newly elected as Secretary. Tim Hess (President), John Kelly (Vice President), and Becky Paul (Treasurer) were re-elected to their current roles. We’re grateful for the continued dedication of our board and look forward to great things ahead in 2026!
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INTRO TO SAILING
WOMEN'S SAILING
BASIC SAILING 1
INTRO TO KAYAKING
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CRUISING 1
"Our son had the best time at stem sailing camp. It was his first camp experience of any kind and Green Bay Sail {and Paddle} set the bar high!  We weren’t sure what to expect since no one in our family has any sailing knowledge, but everyone was so welcoming and did a fantastic job making it all interesting and not at all intimidating.  Our son couldn’t stop talking about what he learned and really impressed everyone with how much he learned in a short amount of time.  He is itching to get back and learn more which shows how much fun he had.  Because of his experience our whole family has become interested in sailing so thank you Green Bay Sail {and Paddle} for opening up this new world to us!"
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