Let's Go Sailing
There are two paths to sailing with us. You can Buy a Boat Ride or participate in a Sailing Program. When you buy a boat ride, you’re actually buying two, one for you and one for someone who really needs it. Our sailing programs focus on under-resourced populations through collaboration with our community partners.
If you’re not sure which is for you, no problem! Just reach out. We don’t leave anyone on the dock.
Day Sailing
These experiences are the main way the community interacts with Dogsmile. Purchase a sailing experience for you, your family, or your organization.
Community Programs
The lifeblood of what we do. These experiences focus on under-resourced populations through collaboration with our community partners.
Day Sailing
We offer three types of experiences: Discover Sailing, Sailing Lessons, or a Custom Experience
Our “Pay What You Can” Philosophy:
We don’t leave anyone on the dock. If our listed prices are beyond your reach, contact us and we’ll work something out.
Discover Sailing
Come experience the healing and enjoyment of sailing. No experience necessary.
Duration:
4 hrs
Capacity:
6 guests
(not including Dogsmile captain or crew)
Price:
$400 (1-2 guests), $500 (3-4 guests),
$600 (5-6 guests)
(Includes boat & instructor. We do not provide food or drink, but you’re welcome to bring anything you like.)
Time:
Morning or evening (sunset) sessions available
Location:
MacDonald’s Resort in Bayview, ID
Learn to Sail
Sailing lessons for anyone at any level. Our highly experienced and certified instructors will meet you wherever you’re at and go from there.
Duration:
4 hrs
Capacity:
4 students
(not including Dogsmile captain or crew)
Price:
$400 (1-2 students), $500 (3-4 students)
(Includes boat & instructor. We do not provide food or drink, but you’re welcome to bring anything you like.)
Time:
Morning or evening (sunset) sessions available
Location:
MacDonald’s Resort in Bayview, ID
Custom Experiences
If you have something specific in mind for your group such as team building or leadership development, please let us know. We're happy to customize the experience.
Gift a Boat Ride
We all know someone who could use some time out on the water, but for whatever reason can't get out there on their own. This is your chance to do something about it.
Community Programs
Each program is uniquely designed to meet the needs of the participants. We offer programs in Sandpoint and Bayview on Lake Pend Oreille and in Coeur d’Alene on Coeur d’ Alene Lake.
Youth Programs
We offer formal classes in partnership with the City of Sandpoint Parks & Recreation as well as open sailing sessions for skill development and FUN!
Youth Small Boat Sailing Classes
Ages 10-18
City of Sandpoint Parks & Rec
The fundamental basics of sailing are best learned in small boats (dinghies). Graduates will learn to safely operate a sailing dinghy by participating in both shore based and on the water activities all under the watchful eye of one of our US Sailing certified instructors.
Youth Open Sailing
Ages 10-18
Sandpoint Sailing Association
These informal sailing sessions are designed to give young sailors a chance to get out on the lake every week, all summer long. A certified instructor, along with several volunteers, will be on hand to supervise and offer tips and tricks. This is a great opportunity to come give sailing a try before signing up for one of our courses or to further develop sailing skills.
Note:
All participants must be accompanied by a parent or guardian responsible for signing our agreement to participate form before their first sailing session.
When:
Every Thursday Morning
9:00AM - Noon
June 13th - Aug 29th
FEE:
$200 for the entire summer. Full scholarships are available.
If you are seeking a scholarship, please contact hello@dogsmileadventures.org
Location:
Sandpoint Windbag Marina
(Meet at Fred's Deck)
CDA Youth Sailing Camp
This camp will be focussed on beginner sailors. We ask that you please don’t register children who’ve already participated in the camp!
When:
June 24-28
9:00AM - 1:00PM
AGES:
10-16
please respect the age limits
Price:
$200
Full scholarships are available. Email hello@dogsmileadventures.org for more info
Location:
North Idaho College Beach in CDA
CDA Youth Sailing Club
These informal sailing sessions are designed to give young sailors a chance to get out on the lake every week, all summer long. A certified instructor, along with several volunteers, will be on hand to supervise and offer tips and tricks. This is a great opportunity to come give sailing a try before signing up for one of our courses or to further develop sailing skills.
When:
Every Wednesday Morning
9:00AM -
July 12th - Aug 28th
Price:
FREE!
Suggested donations to support this program can be made here
NOTE:
All participants must be accompanied by a parent or guardian
Location:
North Idaho College Beach in CDA
Participants are encouraged to join the Coeur d’ Alene Youth Sailing Facebook group for updates and information.
Veteran Programs
We offer formal classes in partnership with the City of Sandpoint Parks & Recreation as well as open sailing sessions for skill development and FUN!
Veteran Sailing
We engage with nature, as a team, in an informal weekly competition. Because sailing is therapy without sitting on the couch or in a circle and talking about your feelings. The results are: community, identity, purpose, relaxation and hope (to name a few).
WhAT:
Weekly Sailboat Racing in collaboration with the Sandpoint Sailing Association
WhERE:
Windbag Marina
Sandpoint, Idaho
When:
Thursday Evenings
1700 - 2000
June - August
(If you can't make Thursdays, call me anyway and I'll get you on a boat)
WhO:
Veterans (NO experience necessary) lead by an experienced sailing instructor
WHY:
Connect with nature, make friends, learn something new, HAVE FUN!
HOW TO JOIN:
Send us an email, give us a call or just show up.
Price:
FREE!
(with the support of our generous sponsors)
Petty Officer Preston Johnson, USN Veterans Regatta
When:
Sat, June 22nd
WhERE:
Windbag Marina
Sandpoint, Idaho
WhAT:
A day of sailing and camaraderie on Lake Pend Oreille. More details to come!
Price:
FREE!
(with the support of our generous sponsors)