The Otsego Sailing Club, Inc., is a non-profit organization of sailboat owners who have mutual interests in sailing and sailboat racing. It was founded to encourage recreation and competitive sailing, to promote safety in sailing and all associated activities, and to promote good sportsmanship.
The club traces its roots to the summer of 1961 when five families sailed together on Otsego Lake. That fall they organized the Otsego Sailing Club. By-laws were written and race and social programs organized. The support that the club received from Harry Cook was one of the key factors that assured its future. For several years he permitted the club to rent part of his land. He then sold to the club the property it now owns.
The Otsego Sailing Club promotes sailboat racing with an active schedule throughout the season. The OSC facilitates both Handicap Racing with the Portsmouth Handicap System, and One-Design Class Racing. The OSC has a broad mix of Big Boat Racing/Cruisers, and features One-Design Thistle, Flying Scot and Laser Classes. Any type of boat is welcome to participate.
A variety of different courses are sailed, and our Race Committees use the OLLIE Starting System, enhancing the starting sequence. Scores are tallied throughout the various events and series, culminating with an awards presentation at the end of the season.
The OSC hosts the Glimmerglass Regatta annually in September.