Written by Mark Whitehead, Tim Wright
Proofreading & Editing by Kathleen Whitehead
Photos by Paul McBride, B. B. Wright, Mark Whitehead, Kathleen Whitehead, Diane Guerriere
Layout and Photo Captions by Paul McBride
Games by Dave Perry
e-mail: backbayskippers@gmail.com
Model Yachting Fair
Traditionally we have held a Model Yachting Fair in May to honor the accomplishments of the skippers and to demonstrate the many facets of model yachting. This year, the fair was run by Tim Wright with the able-bodied assistance of B. B. Wright. Camp Brookwoods generously provided space for the event, and thirty skippers wandered about, visiting the thirteen booths.
Soling Master Class
2025 US12 Summer Series
Soling Sailor Class
2025 US12 Season
3D-printed servo parts, hatch covers, prow bumpers of varying levels of lethality, and mast supports allowing you to hold the mast in position without needing an extra hand when adjusting the mast rigging.
Alain Jousse demonstrated his latest RC model, the Maltese Falcon, modeled after an actual sailing ship. The sails are controlled without rigging lines. Alain plans to sail it in the Schooner Class at the Vintage National Championship later this year. The Maltese Falcon has a sister ship, the Black Pearl, featuring black sails and hull. Many years ago, Alain built the Chinese junk that Tim Wright sometimes sails at Back Bay.
at the fair.
Thursday, May 28, US12 Sailing
The fleet sailed its first scored regatta of the season and what a day it was! The wind was strong and gusty. Even with temperatures in the mid-60s, there was a chill in the air. When clouds blocked the sun or gusts blew across the bay, it was downright chilly. Our scorekeepers, B. B. Wright and Diane Guerriere, were both bundled up and fighting the shivers as well as springtime allergens. Although Rule #1 is to have fun, there is no doubt that our two scorekeepers were not having fun. They were in survival mode. Thanks to the scorekeepers for their perseverance as they battled the elements. As sailors, we can choose to sail or stay home. Not so with the scorekeepers. It isn’t always an easy job, so remember to thank them after each day of racing. It is because of their season-long efforts that we can get fair starts and accurate scores.
AMYA Region 1 US12 Championship
The Back Bay Skippers are hosting the Region 1 US12 championship during our regular sailing session on June 18. If you are a member of the AMYA, you can sign up on the AMYA website for no charge. If you aren’t a member but want to sail, you can. Your scores won’t be counted in the AMYA event but will count for the spring and season series. If you prefer to watch without sailing, you might consider loaning your boat in case it’s needed. Tim is loaning his backup boat, but others might ask for one.
Back Bay Sailing
Now that the sailing season is underway, join us on Tuesday or Thursday at 1 PM, weather permitting, to enjoy the fun. Wednesday is set aside if conditions on Tuesday or Thursday aren’t suitable. We welcome you to just watch the spectacle or ask to give it a try – we love to share. This week’s fair preempted the Soling regatta, their officially scored competition starting Tuesday, June 2.
Videos and Photos
- Back Bay Skippers Video (WMUR NH Chronicles)
- Back Bay Skippers YouTube Channel
- Latest Videos: Solings, US12s, Lily Pond
- Latest Photos: Solings, US12s, Lily Pond
- Photo Gallery
Previous Highlights
- Sasquatch Regatta (Nor’easter Footy Series) 2021, 2019
- Sheila Ryan Memorial Footy Regatta 2021, 2020
- Awards for 2019 Season
- Tim Wright Wins CAN/AM Challenge 2019
- Lake Discovery Camp 2019
- US12 AMYA Region 1 Championship, Nashua
- Spring Skippers Party 2019
Score Sheets
Upcoming Events: [2026 Schedule]
- June 2, 2026 Soling Season Starts. Tuesday Regattas 1PM to 3PM
- June 18, 2026 AMYA Region 1 US12 Championship at Back Bay 1PM to 3PM – Free to Register
- July 4, 2026 Model Yachting Day. Try RC Sailing at Back Bay. Volunteers Needed!
- July 6-10, 2026 Soling Building Workshop
- August 15, 2026 Sasquatch Footy Regatta
- September 13, 2026 6th Annual RC Laser Regatta – Region 1 Championship, Bow Lake, Strafford NH
- September 22, 2026 Soling Season Ends
- September 24, 2026 US12 Season Ends
- September 29, 2026 Soling Enduro
- October 1, 2026 US12 Enduro
- November 3, 2026 Dock Out
Past Events:
- September 14, 2025 5th Annual RC Laser Regatta – Region 1 Championship, Bow Lake, Strafford NH
- September 10, 2025 Sasquatch Footy Regatta
- July 5, 2025 Model Yachting Day
- July 7-11, 2025 NHBM Model Yacht Building Workshop
- September 8, 2024 4th Annual RC Laser Regatta – Region 1 Championship, Bow Lake, Strafford NH [More Photos]
- July 6, 2024 Model Yachting Day at Back Bay
- June 22, 2024 NHBM Booth at Summer Kick-Off 2024, Pop Whalen Ice and Arts Center
- June 15, 2024 Sasquatch Footy Regatta
- February 2024 Building the Soling 1M Slotted Mast, by Mark Whitehead – Video
- February 2024 How to Win without Going Fast, by Al Posnack – Zoom Video
- October 13-15, 2023 USVMYG Championship Regatta, Honey Brook PA
- September 24, 2023 3rd Annual RC Laser Regatta, Bow Lake, Strafford NH
- September 15-16, 2023 Vintage Race Boat Regatta, Wolfeboro Bay – Video
- August 26, 2023 Sasquatch Footy Regatta
- August 5-6, 2023 CanAm Challenge Regatta, Stowe VT
- July 4, 2023 Wolfeboro Independence Day Parade
- July 1, 2023 Model Yachting Day
- May 15, 2023 WCVB Boston Chronicle
e-mail: backbayskippers@gmail.com
Links: American Model Yachting Association, MinuteMan Model Yacht Club, Nashua Model Yacht Club, Marblehead Model Yacht Club, Greater Worcester Model Yacht Club, Sarasota Model Yacht Club, Space Coast Model Sailing Club, Sun Coast Model Sailing Club, Stowe Yacht Club, USS Constitution Model Shipwright Guild, Vac-U-Soling, 3D Printed Radio Yachts, US Vintage Model Yacht Group, Raritan Yacht Club RC Laser Fleet, Racing Rules of Sailing 2021-2024, Western Reserve Model Yacht Club, Joe SanAntonio Fleet Donation, SailFlow, US12 Plans