by Deb Whitehorse | Dec 18, 2025 | 2026 North American, Home Page
A small sampling of the official 2026 DN North Americans apparel. Many more styles and options are available in the online store.
Official 2026 DN North Americans Apparel Store Is Open
The 2026 DN North American Championship apparel store is now live.
We are using Coral Reef again for on demand gear. This means no inventory limits, a wide range of sizes and cuts, and the ability to order what you want when you want it. Items are produced on demand and ship directly to you.
Official apparel store:
https://stores.crsapparel.com/DNapparel2026/shop/home
What you will find in the store
- Short sleeve and long sleeve tees
- Men’s and women’s cuts
- Tech fabrics and blends suited for racing, rigging, and travel
- Official event graphics consistent with the 2026 North Americans branding
Registration reminder
The early registration deadline is approaching. Registering before the deadline saves money and helps the organizing team plan more accurately.
If you know you are coming, now is the time to act. Oder apparel early and register before fees increase.
by Deb Whitehorse | Dec 18, 2025 | 2026, Home Page
The Notice of Race for the 2026 DN Central Region Championship is now posted. See it here
The Central Region includes Michigan and Ohio.
This is a non-ranking regatta and a solid way to get ready for the 2026 DN North American and U.S. National Championships.
If you look up at the sky, you might imagine a very large Zamboni rumbling its way across the Midwest, which should be good news for lakes in Michigan.
Official regatta information, site updates, and registration details will be posted at idniyra.org.
Reminder: the 2026 DN North American and U.S. National Championship early registration deadline to save $50 is fast approaching. Register here.
by Deb Whitehorse | Dec 17, 2025 | 2026, Home Page
2025 Western Challenge on Lake Minnewaska in Starbuck, MN. Photo: Kevin Barta
The Notice of Race for the 2026 DN Western Region Championship is now posted in pdf. See it here.
The Western Region includes Minnesota, Wisconsin, the Upper Peninsula of Michigan, Illinois, and Indiana.
This is a non-ranking regatta and an excellent opportunity to get ready for the 2026 DN North American and U.S. National Championships.
Regatta dates: January 3–4, 2026
Official regatta information, site updates, and registration details will be posted at idniyra.org.
Also, a reminder that the 2026 DN North American and U.S. National Championship early registration deadline to save $50 is fast approaching. If you plan to attend, register now.
by Deb Whitehorse | Dec 8, 2025 | 2026, 2026 North American, Home Page
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.
Register here
Read the Notice of Race here
Visit the regatta information page
by Deb Whitehorse | Dec 3, 2025 | 2026, Home Page
The 2026 IDNIYRA Yearbook is now published and live. If you placed an order, your copy should arrive soon through the printer’s fulfillment system. You can view it online and order it here.
by Deb Whitehorse | Nov 23, 2025 | 2025, 2026
Paul Chamberland KC5700 opened the North American ice sailing season today on Owlseye Lake, only a few miles from where he grew up near St. Paul, Alberta. He has been visiting family and watching the weather with the patience of someone who knows ice. Today it paid off.
His mother, brother, and the rest of the crew spent the entire day enjoying the lake, taking turns in the two DNs Paul hauled north.
Now we wait to see if Paul carries some of that cold south to northwest Minnesota for the Western Challenge, the unofficial start to the season on the fastest ice in the state.
