Welcome to Southern Idaho Sailing Outreach
The mission of Southern Idaho Sailing Outreach (SISO) is to promote sailing and sailing instruction for the people of Southern Idaho, with an emphasis on youth education.
What's New with SISO...
Sailing Camp Graduates Participate in Dinghy Thingy Regatta !!!
Graduates of SISO and Boise Parks and Recreation sailing camps participated in the first annual "Dinghy Thingy" regatta, held at Lucky Peak Reservoir July 20, 2024. Fourteen small sailboats entered the race, with 8 camp graduates pitting their new found skills against other seasoned sailors. See photographs and read the full story HERE.
2024 was our fifth year of conducting youth sailing camps, and we graduated over 50 sailors this year - in spite of early declining water levels. Many thanks to our sailing instructors and volunteers for making this possible.
We appreciate the support of our partners - City of Boise Parks and Recreation, Idaho Department of Parks and Recreation, Ada/Boise Counties, and of course, all the individual and corporate community support. This could not happen without you.
SISO Welcomes Catie Wardwell to our Advisory Board
Catie is a licensed early childhood educator and former public relations professional. She started taking ASA sailing classes in the Puget Sound during Covid and hasn't stopped, which recently culminated in a bareboat charter in the British Virgin Islands. Her son has completed 3 SISO sailing camps and her daughter will be attending sailing camps in the near future. Catie recognizes the freedom sailing provides kids and teens, being outside, and honing problem solving skills while having a great time.
Catie will assist the Board with communications and public relations. Welcome aboard, Catie!
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Sailing Education
We are dedicated to giving Treasure Valley kids the opportunity to discover sailing and develop the next generation of sailors. Sailing is a sport that fosters a sense of self-reliance and curiosity, builds decision-making and critical thinking skills, develops confidence and a sense of adventure. With SISO, it all happens under the watchful eye of certified instructors in a fun and safe teaching atmosphere.
Give Today
Founded in 2017, Southern Idaho Sailing Outreach is a 501(c)(3) tax-exempt charitable organization incorporated in the State of Idaho. We are bringing the magic of the sailing experience to the kids of Southern Idaho with the generous support of individual donors, local businesses, grants, community partnerships, the Southern Idaho Sailing Association, volunteers and parents. Join us to empower Idaho youth and help make a difference in their lives.
Strategic Partners
