Get on the Water Discover the joys of sailing and kayaking on Long Island while building connections with these clubs and organizations. Whether you're a novice paddler eager to learn or a seasoned sailor, these communities offer guidance and a welcoming atmosphere. Join fellow sailors and paddlers, embark on exciting adventures, and cultivate lifelong friendships both on and off the water. Kayaking Clubs & Launches Long Island Paddlers Long Island's largest volunteer run kayaking club. If you're looking to paddle new places, meet new people, and learn new skills then look no further. LI Paddlers host many trips all over Long Island and also host skills clinics. More Information North Atlantic Canoe & Kayak NACK is based on Long Island and a great choice for paddlers looking to advance their skills and learn new waters with great company. We highly recommend NACK if you're ready to take your paddling skills to the next level. More Information Long Island Kayak Bass Fishing If you're looking to do some freshwater kayak fishing then LIKBF is the place to be. The club hosts multiple competitive tournaments each season but it's also a great place to meet fellow kayak fishermen and learn the what freshwater kayak fishing is all about. More Information NYS Parks Kayak Launches Check out the official NYS Parks launch guide here to find all the great places to paddle in New York State Parks. More Information NYS DEC Kayak Launch Sites Check out NYS DEC paddling tips and launch sites located all over Long Island and the rest of New York. More Information Suffolk County Parks Kayak Launch Sites There are multiple kayak launches in Suffolk County Parks, check them out here. More Information South Shore Blueway Kayak Trail Paddle the south shore of Nassau county on the South Shore Blueway trail. This kayak trail is marked and has multiple launch points to choose from. More Information American Canoe Association The American Canoe Association is the oldest and largest paddle sports organization in the United States, promoting canoeing, kayaking, and rafting. The ACA sponsors more than seven hundred events each year, along with safety education, instructor certification, waterway conservation and public information campaigns. More Information Sailing Clubs & Programs Great South Bay Yacht Racing Association The GSBYRA is the local association of yacht clubs located along the South Shore of Long Island. Check out their website for a list of member clubs. Adults and junior sailors looking to learn, race, or find a place to recreationally sail on the bay, this is your starting point. More Information Junior Sailing Association of Long Island Sound If you're on the Long Island Sound and want to get your child involved in sailing, then the JSALIS is where you'll start. Member yacht clubs are located throughout the Sound and run top notch junior sailing programs during the summer sailing season. More Information Peconic Gardiners Junior Sailing Association The PGJSA strives to support both serious competition and recreational opportunities for all junior sailors no matter what skill level. If you're looking for a summer junior sailing program on the east end of Long Island, the PGJSA is your best resource for more information. More Information US Sailing

The United States Sailing Association is the national governing body for sailing in the United States. Click the link to see their searchable directory of sailing programs and yacht clubs located throughout the country.

More Information International Sunfish Class Association The ISCA supports all levels of Sunfish racing all over the world. Their regional fleet directory will guide you to local racing and opportunities to sail with other Sunfish sailors. More Information New York State Sunfish Sailing This Facebook group is a great spot to learn all about the year round Sunfish regattas and activities taking place in New York. More Information Laser District 8 District 8 is the local Laser fleet here on Long Island. If you're looking to get into Laser racing, this a great resource with regattas all around the area. More Information RS Aero Class Association At the RS Aero Class Association you will find all there is to know about the RS Aero including the latest news, how to register your boat, and links to relevant documents. More Information