
Useful Links


Explore our curated collection of sailing resources to support your time on the water. From weather forecasts and lake conditions to racing rules, safety guidelines, and US Sailing materials, this page connects you with trusted information every sailor should have at their fingertips. Whether you're a beginner or a seasoned racer, these links are here to help you sail smarter and safer.
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Weather & Lake Conditions
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Doppler Radar (the Weather Channel)
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Great Lakes Weather Buoy Map – click on a buoy for conditions
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Intellicast – US National weather radar (click map for regional)
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Lake Ontario Real-Time Water Level Gauging Station at Olcott
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Lake Ontario Water Level Forecast - International Lake Ontario-St. Lawrence River Board
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NOAA Lake Ontario Water Level Graph – daily levels compared to record high & low, and to long-term mean
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NOAA/National Weather Service Olcott weather station at the end of the West Federal Pier
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NOAA National Weather Service – 2 day graphical forecast for Olcott
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NOAA National Weather Service – Buffalo
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Backbay Web Cam – Webcam of Olcott Harbor
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Western Lake Ontario Surface Temperature (via satellite)
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Safety, Publications & Other Information
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Navigation & Coast Guard
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GPS Coordinate Converter Also maps coordinates entered
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Nautical Glossary by MarineWaypoints.com
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Night Sky Map – Horizon as viewed from OYC
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Official US Time – Eastern time Zone (can be changed)a
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Sailing & Boating Organizations
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International Sailing Federation – rules and regulations
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Lake Ontario Club Cruising Association (LOCCA) - captures the reciprocal privileges of member Yacht Clubs
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US Sailing – See the “Member Information” page to join US Sailing through MVP Program & receive up to 20% off US Sailing membership dues





