Meet JOhn!
John grew up sailing the Finger Lakes as a young boy in the mid-1960’s with his parents in a small day-sailer. At age 10, he became very interested in “harnessing the wind” — and hasn’t let it go yet. After college, John began crewing on larger boats and has competed in several major events from local regattas to national championships. In 2010 John received his US Sailing Keelboat Instructors certification. He also volunteers with OASIS Adaptive Sports, helping military veterans with disabilities through sailing and skiing.
Meet The Fleet
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The ONNALINDA
Built in 1984 and christened on June 25th, 2021 at The Lake House Resort on Canandaigua Lake. She’s a 19’ Flying Scot day-sailer; a Gordon Douglas design with a large open seating area, swing centerboard and rudder, large mainsail, jib, and a spinnaker.
See below for a selection of photos from a day aboard The Onnalinda by Jessie Ellis Photography!
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Bella Vita
Built in 1982 and christened on April 25th, 2015 at Canandaigua Yacht Club. Bella is a custom-built CAL25 design originally commissioned by C&R Yachts Rochester, NY. She has a 5.5 draft fixed keel, 2-cylinder diesel inboard, all nav lights and equipment, mainsail, and assorted head sails.
“My passion is to give anyone, experienced or not, the chance to sail on Canandaigua Lake with friends or family. Learn what it takes as you become part of the crew and assist in trimming sails, steering, OR simply enjoying the Fabulous Finger Lakes! ”
— John Murphy