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Shannon Kelly
Shannon grew up in Oyster Bay and received a Bachelor of Arts in English with a concentration in creative writing from Binghamton University in 2019. She has been working for The Waterfront Center for 6 years in various positions from Educator to Communications Coordinator. During her time at The WaterFront Center, she has taught over 500 children of all ages from various school around Long Island and New York City about marine, environmental, and biological sciences. When she was younger she loved going sailing with her father and has continued her education in sailing here with us at The Waterfront Center. Her passions include reading, writing, filming, being on the water, and rugby.
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If you have the current password, continue to the protected Sonar booking page. If not, request access so our team can confirm your status.
You may be eligible for the $10 Returning Sailor Exam instead of a new Check Out Sail.
New or lapsed renters must complete the $50 WFC Check Out Sail before independent rentals or community sailing.
ASA and U.S. Sailing certifications do not replace this WFC evaluation.
Try Sailing → Learn to Sail → Check Out Sail → Rent or join social sailing
WFC offers marine education, sailing, Marine Explorers, fishing, and Pond Yacht Woodworking for children and teens.
Sail aboard CHRISTEEN or cruise on IDA MAY.
Many programs, sails, and rentals continue in light rain or drizzle when conditions are safe. Conditions on the harbor can differ from conditions on land.
Please do not assume an activity is canceled unless you receive official notice from WFC. The WaterFront Center makes all weather-related cancellation decisions.
Cancellation and rescheduling windows differ for youth programs, public sails, charters, lessons, community sailing, and rentals.
The terms shown during booking are the official policy for that reservation. Please review the detailed FAQ or contact WFC before canceling.
WFC offers a limited number of need-based scholarships. Applications are reviewed on a rolling basis based on need and available funding.
Payment installments are also available for most full-day and multi-week programs.
WFC offers experiential education, field trips, corporate team building, community programs, and volunteer opportunities.
Call or email The WaterFront Center and a member of our team will assist you.
1 West End Avenue
Oyster Bay, NY 11771
