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Society of Old Salts (S.O.S.)

Society of Old Salts (S.O.S.) was founded in 1991 by 26 family members.  Today, the organization has approximately 300 members.  The mission of S.O.S. is to provide the resources for a safe, enjoyable and comfortable sailing club with a commitment toward continuous improvement.  S.O.S. members contribute the finances and countless volunteer hours to fulfill its mission.

The S.O.S. Leadership team comprised of Brian Brucken (President), Megan Meyer (Marketing) and Bobby Sudomir (Treasurer) is committed to executing S.O.S.’s mission and for continuing to look for ways to improve the Lakeside Sailing Center experience.  We are proud to serve our members and provide strategic direction for the Lakeside Sailing Center to ensure it’s foundation for generations to come.  We welcome new members and thank current members for their ongoing support of one of the most active small boat sailing centers in the country.

Download the S.O.S. Membership Application and join today!

Please visit On The Water for a complete list of upcoming events.

2011 Sailing Race Results

August Cup Sailing Race

Mouse Island Sailing Race

Sailing Regatta

2010 Sailing Race Results

August Cup Sailing Race

Mouse Island Sailing Race

Sailing Regatta

Summer/Winter Boat Storage

For those planning to store their boat during the summer or winter seasons at the Lakeside Sailing Center, download and return the Boat Storage Form with payment to: Lakeside Chautauqua, Attn: Watercraft, 236 Walnut Ave., Lakeside, Ohio 43440. Deadline is May 21, 2012.

Please read the form carefully, as there are changes in this year’s requirements. Pricing has remained the same.

Contact Society of Old Salts

Current President Brian Brucken has been active in the Lakeside Sailing Center since its inception in 1978. Brucken completed both the Basic I and Basic II sailing classes in 1982 and was a sailing instructor from 1991-1993 and taught the Basic 2 sailing class.  Since 1980, he has been a regular participant in the annual Lakeside Sailing Regatta winning Junior Sunfish (85’,86’), Senior Sunfish (93’), Sunfish Double-Handed (86’,06’) and Lasers (97’,04’,05’,06’,09’ 10').

Brian Brucken
Society of Old Salts President
330.665.1825
brian.brucken@hp.com