2026 DN ICE SAILING NORTH AMERICAN & NATIONAL CHAMPIONSHIP REGATTA
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2026 DN North American & National Championship
Hosted by the Western Lakes Region, USA
2026 DN North American and Nationals NOR Posted & Registration Now Open
2026 DN North American and U.S. National Championships Notice of Race Posted and Registration Now Open
2026 North American & Nationals Home Page
The Notice of Race is live and registration is open for the 2026 DN North American and U.S. National Championships. You will find everything on the regatta page, including the Notice of Race and the link to register. Sailing Instructions will follow.
The regatta is hosted by the Western Region. Tim Mower, Western Region Commodore, is the Regatta Chair. The regatta site will be selected based on the best ice available. If the Western Region has no suitable ice, the search will expand to the other regions to find the best possible racing conditions.
Racing is scheduled for January 25 through January 31, 2026.
We are also working on regatta merchandise that you will be able to order and have shipped to your home. More information will follow.
Save money. Regatta fees increase on January 1, 2026. Register now and keep a few dollars in your pocket. Rookies and juniors do not incur late fees.
A critical reminder on liability insurance. Every sailor must have current home or renter insurance that covers them during the regatta period. Proof of insurance must be submitted by January 22, 2026 to be included in the random draw for starting positions. Only sailors who complete registration and submit insurance by that date will be placed in the initial draw. You can upload your insurance during registration or email it afterward.
This is the first year for the new format. The class voted to change the North Americans to a seven race series. After the North Americans, we will run the U.S. Nationals, another seven race regatta. The U.S. Nationals is non ranking. If you are new to racing or want experience without the pressure of championship scoring, the U.S. Nationals may be the right place to start.
Please review the details for mandatory check in in the Notice of Race before you travel.
The Western Challenge on Lake Minnewaska in Starbuck, MN gave us a strong start to the season with good ice, good wind, and a fleet that showed up ready to sail. If that weekend lit a fire under you, carry it forward. Register today.
New this year. If you want to give the regatta a little extra help, we now offer optional donation levels during registration. These gifts go directly to race operations and volunteer support.
A reminder for newcomers. If you are a new sailor or you have not been a class member in the last five years, you can race both regattas with a two year membership for $54.
Regatta Update – GREEN LAKE, WI
Regatta Update: 2026 DN North Americans & U.S. Nationals Called On for Green Lake, Wisconsin
2026 DN North American & U.S. National Regattas – Green Lake, WI
The 2026 DN North American & U.S. National Regattas have been called on for Green Lake, Wisconsin.
What to Know
Schedule
Wednesday January 28, 2026
North American Championship first race at the time stated in the Sailing Instructions.
Lodging – Official Regatta Hotel
Heidel House Hotel & Conference Center
643 Illinois Avenue
Green Lake, WI 54941
Room Block & Rates
Heidel House is offering the DN Class a 35% discount off best available rates. Standard Double Queen and Standard King rooms start at $104/night with the group discount.
Taxes: 12.5%
Resort fee: $21/night
Rates are per room, per night, subject to taxes, fees, and availability. The total will show when booking the reservation.
Please note: Room inventory is being released in phases. If guests are not seeing availability, check back as additional inventory is added to the block.
How to Book
Online booking link:
https://www.choicehotels.com/reservations/groups/BR32W4
Hotel phone:
920-807-0300 (option 2, then option 2 again)
Request to book in the DN Ice Regatta block.
Reminder: Outside food and beverages are not permitted in meeting spaces. Waves Pub & Grill is next to this space and is open daily.
Dining
Oakwood Restaurant breakfast hours:
Daily: 7:00 am – 10:00 am
Saturday: until 10:30 am
Sunday: until 11:30 am
Breakfast buffet: $14.99 plus tax (beverages not included).
Amenities
Two onsite restaurants and a coffee shop, indoor pool and hot tub, gift shop, and fitness center.
Alternative Hotels
Acorn Ridge Motel
W3910 WI-23
Princeton, WI 54968
Phone: 920-295-6533
Mecan River Outfitters
WI-23
Princeton, WI 54968
Phone: 920-295-3439
Cobblestone Suites
2 Westgate Drive
Ripon, WI 54971
Phone: 920-748-5500
Ripon Welcome Inn & Suites
240 E Fond du Lac Street
Ripon, WI 54971
Phone: 920-896-0413
Launch & Parking Information
Dodge Memorial County Park – Public Boat Launch
Markesan, Wisconsin
This will be the primary launch site for the 2026 DN North American and U.S. National Championships at Green Lake.
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