MEOTA — Sailing season is off to a slow start this year, but Meota Lakefront Paddle and Sail members have been planning for a busy summer season.
Windows in the clubhouse have been installed, planning for another fundraiser is in full swing and boats have started to go out. MLPS is fortunate to have Lori and Gill Risling as active members. The Rislings are amazing stand-up paddle board athletes. They are the driving force behind the Louisiana Hayride Show. Their efforts have allowed MLPS to move ahead with crucial repairs to the clubhouse.
This year we are aiming to raise enough funds to complete the installation of two doors that are weather-worn and compromised. This show is professional and lots of fun. It’s on Saturday, June 15. Doors open at 6:45 p.m. and the show starts at 7:30 p.m. Tickets are still available from Elaine 306-892-2229 or Danielle 306-386-7890 or There is a possibility tickets can be purchased at the door, provided we’re not at capacity. Phone Danielle to check availability.
We are also planning a mobile sailing school with the help of Sask Sailing. Dates are confirmed for July 15 to 19. Online registration is handled by Sask Sailing. You can go to their website for more details. This year's lessons will include instruction on the Lasor One sailboats that the club owns. We now have members who are looking forward to weekly sessions on the water. So it’s a great opportunity to advance sailing skills. Younger members might even be encouraged to get into racing. With that in mind, it won’t be long and we will see a regatta happening on Jackfish Lake.
Thank you to all members who have renewed. The organization has now turned the corner and the focus can get back to having a great recreational facility in the community. We appreciate all the local support. Meota is truly a great place for non-motorized water sports. The clubhouse is a wonderful place to spend the day and we are open to rental of the facility. Call Jerry at 306-717-0842.
