FAQs
EVENTS
CITY NEWS
CONTACT
The first week-long camp begins in early June and the last one finishes in early August. The only exception is Fourth of July week.
Following are details on each course offered during the Summer of 2022. The cost is $175/session for non-residents and $150/session for those who own property within the city limits of Orange Beach.
All Children will need to have closed toed shoes, a life jacket (Type III PFD), a water bottle, and sunscreen.
In January 2020, the City of Orange Beach started utilizing the ActiveNet website to handle some online registrations and activities sign-ups. Sail Camp registrations take place on ActiveNet at https://apm.activecommunities.com/orangebeach. To get started, an account must be created. Once an account is created and children/family members are added, the information will be saved for future activity registrations.
Once Sail Camp registration is open, click on a link below for the particular course needed.
For further details on creating an ActiveNet account and registering for activities, scroll to bottom of this page.
For any questions about Sail Camp, contact Jackie McGonigal at 251-981-1063 or jmcgonigal@orangebeachal.gov.
Level 1 Beginner Sail Camp 7-14 yrs:
For youth aged 7-14 yrs. Students will be partnered in boats (depending on size), and will learn basic sailing fundamentals in our Optimist sailboats. Students learn water safety, knot tying, steering, proper sail trim, tacking & jibing, and capsize recovery. We ensure a 5:1 ratio between our students and instructors. All Beginner Sail Camps take place from 9 a.m.-Noon.
- May 30th – June 3rd, 9 a.m. – Noon
- June 13th – June 17th, 9 a.m. – Noon
- June 20th – June 24th, 9 a.m. – Noon
- June 27th – July 1st, 9 a.m. – Noon
- July 18th – July 22nd, 9 a.m. – Noon
- July 25th – July 29th, 9 a.m. – Noon
*Cancellation Policy: We will issue a full refund if you let us know 2 weeks in advance to your child's scheduled start day of camp. Otherwise, no refund will be given. We do NOT issue refunds for inclement weather; camp takes place rain or shine.
Level 1 Beginner Sail Camp 6-7 yrs:
For youth aged 6-7 yrs. The student must be able to swim without fear of the water. This class will be for our youngest group of sailors and will be more tailored to the classes’ individual needs. Students will be partnered in boats (depending on size), and will learn basic sailing fundamentals in our Optimist sailboats. We will teach water safety, knot tying, steering, proper sail trim, tacking & jibing, and capsize recovery. We recommend the beginner course to be taken multiple times until the student has mastered each skill. We ensure a 5:1 ratio between our students and instructors. All Beginner Sail Camps take place from 9 a.m.-Noon.
*Cancellation Policy: We will issue a full refund if you let us know 2 weeks in advance to your child's scheduled start day of camp. Otherwise, no refund will be given. We do NOT issue refunds for inclement weather; camp takes place rain or shine.
Level 2 Intermediate Sail Camp 8-14 yrs:
Level 3 Advanced Sail Camp 10 - 14 yrs:
For youth aged 10-14 yrs. Must have taken Level 2 Intermediate. Students will learn to solo a boat; includes right-of-way rules and progression of skills. All Advanced camps take place from 1 p.m.-4 p.m.
Creating Your ActiveNet Account
To register for activities, you will need to create an Active Orange Beach account.
(Click here to download a printable version of the instructions to create an ActiveNet account.)
Step One:
- Start by accessing our new site at https://apm.activecommunities.com/orangebeach.
Step Two and Three:
- Click “Sign In/Up.” Then on Sign In page, click "Join" below the Sign In button.
Step Four and Five:
- Enter your email address. Click "Next."
- Fill in your name, date of birth and create a password. Required fields are denoted by a red asterisk (*).
- Accept Terms of Use and click “Next.”
Step Six:
- Fill in your Personal Information. Under "Phone," use the dropdown and select "Cell Phone." Then select your "Operator" (carrier - AT&T, T-Mobile, Verizon, etc.) and add your cell number. Required fields are denoted by a red asterisk (*).
- Click "Submit."
Note: Cell phone numbers are required. It is an essential communication tool for the director and staff.
Step Seven:
Congratulations, you have created your Active Orange Beach account! You will receive an email to activate your account.
Once the account is activated, you can add family members.
Adding Family Member(s):
Once your account is created and you sign in, you can add family members. On your "My Account" page click on "Manage Family Member."
Adding Family Member(s):
1. On the "My Family Members" page, click on "Add family member.
2. Then add the new family member's information.
(For the phone number for children, parents should select "Cell Phone" on the dropdown menu again and select the operator/carrier.)
3. Click "Submit" and the family member is added.
Register for Activities on ActiveNet
ActiveNet Orange Beach site - https://apm.activecommunities.com/orangebeach. After an account is created, you can enroll in an activity.
Step One:
(Click here to download a printable version of the instructions on registering for Sail Camp on ActiveNet.)
Step Two:
Step Three:
1. After selecting the activity you prefer, you will be prompted to select a participant from a dropdown menu.
Step Four:
1. Fill in the enrollment information for the participant. Some questions, such as the allergy one, require as "yes" or "no," and more details if the answer is "yes". Other questions require filling in the participant's height and weight. Rating the participant's swimming ability and T-shirt size have dropdown menus. The last question requires typing in the name of individual(s) authorized to pickup the participant. Additional questions will be part of Level 2 and Level 3 registrations.
2. Click “Next” when complete.
Step Five:
1. On the "Shopping Cart" page, review the registration information then initial to consent to the Program Agreement and check off the Cancellation Policy acknowledgment. Both are required before registration can be finished and payment made. (Note: The Sail Camp fee for non-residents is $175, and for residents it is $150.)
2. Once done, click "Check Out."
Step Six:
1. On the "Check Out" payment page, put your credit card information in to complete the registration process. Once the payment is made you will see the Confirmation page and can view a printable receipt. You will also receive an email confirmation.
Thank you. For any questions about the ActiveNet registration, email Marc D. Anderson, Special Projects Coordinator, at manderson@orangebeachal.gov.