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You're Invited: NUSC Open Houses

Join us for an afternoon on the lakefront at the Northwestern University Sailing Center

3/23/2026 12:00:00 PM

Mark your calendar! We're inviting Northwestern faculty, staff, and students to our springtime open houses at the Northwestern University Sailing Center (NUSC)! Enjoy an afternoon of sun and lakefront fun while discovering everything the Sailing Center has to offer. Whether you're a water sports enthusiast or simply curious, this is your chance to explore, ask questions, and experience NUSC.

  • FACULTY & STAFF DAY — Tuesday, May 26 | 3–7 p.m. 

  • NORTHWESTERN STUDENT DAY — Tuesday, June 2 | 3–7 p.m. 

Both open houses are free. Available to Northwestern faculty, staff, and students only.

Each open house includes: 

  • Q&A with our knowledgeable staff 

  • Facility tours 

  • Water asset demonstrations 

  • Complimentary 30-minute kayak and stand-up paddleboard (SUP) rentals (first-come, first-served) 

  • Giveaways (while supplies last)

Grab a friend and come explore! We can't wait to see you on the lakefront.
 


Interested in attending? Complete our brief interest form and we'll send you a reminder and any necessary inclement weather updates ahead of your open house date.

Please note, all attendees must review and accept our general use liability waiver. Instructions for signing the waiver are included below.

Signing Our Liability Waiver  

  1. Visit the Northwestern Recreation portal and select Sign In in the top right corner. 

  2. Select NU NetID Login and use your NetID and password to log in. 

  3. Thoroughly review the updated waiver. 

  4. Click or tap the gray box at the end of the waiver to sign. 

  5. Select Accept Now

*Only those who have not previously accepted our waiver will be prompted. If you have already signed, no action is needed.* 
 



Email recmarketing@northwestern.edu any questions or for additional information. We can't wait to see you on the water!
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