Sail Strong, part of The Steve Piche Memorial Youth Sailing Fund
Carrying a legacy.
Steve Piche, an incredible sailor with a personality as big as his heart, shared his love of sailing with others in so many ways. A dedicated husband, father of two, and friend to so very many. We lost Steve unexpectedly in January 2021. He was always a huge supporter and promoter of our Big Brothers / Big Sisters sailing day. As we seek to engage under-served youth and provide them the opportunity to experience sailing and all that it teaches us through Sail Strong, we remember and celebrate Steve.
How we do it
Every year the Austin Yacht Club offers one-week camps which provide a unique summer experience that is simple, safe and fun, while providing an opportunity for personal growth through exposure to and instruction in sailing. With the gracious support of the Austin Yacht Club, we reserve one camp week with the goal of sending 25 under-served youth from our community. This camp will teach self-confidence, resilience, and teamwork in the context of sailing, building these important traits into a means for personal growth.
What do my donations go towards?
Your donations help to defray the many costs of a sailing camp. Sailboats – The Austin Yacht Club offers Pico and Flying Jr sail boats, as well as Wind Surfers for our campers to enjoy and learn the fundamentals of sailing. Counselors – There are also multiple camp counselors offering a small ratio of counselor to campers, allowing for great small-group instruction. Administration Team – These amazing folks create and deliver the many daily activities of the camp. And then there are snacks and activities daily. Your donations are very much appreciated!!!