The Rio Grande Sailing Club hosts a full schedule of fall, winter, and spring races and regattas, as well as year-round social events and periodic overnight “raftups” and club cruises. The RGSC comprises sailors from New Mexico, west Texas, and beyond.

Most of our sailing is at Elephant Butte Lake in southern New Mexico. Yes, we do sail in this part of the world; it isn't always easy but we manage one way or another. The area is home to a large number of sailors, including more than a hundred families, couples, and individual members of the club.

The club’s purpose is to, “Stimulate a greater interest in sailing among the citizens of New Mexico, West Texas, and the surrounding areas, by conducting races, cruises, and training in sailing skills and boating safety, as well as other sailing related activities.” The club maintains a calendar on its website, www.rgsc.org, with all members, friends, and visitors invited to participate. Club events and stories are also shared several times a year via the “Foghorn” newsletter. Reciprocal hospitality can be offered to visiting yachtsmen; contact the club for visitor information and updates on lake and ramp conditions.

Skippers’ meetings typically occur on race Saturdays at the Elephant Butte Inn or Damsite Restaurant. Attending a skippers' meeting is a great way to meet people and maybe get a ride. Another great way to meet people is to attend one of our social events, either at the lake or in the city.

Three full-service commercial marinas offer slips, moorings, fuel, and supplies to visiting sailors. Mast-raising poles, provided courtesy of the RGSC, are located near each marina. The RGSC operates a mast-up storage facility. Additional services, including boat repair, supplies, lodging, and restaurants are available in Elephant Butte and Truth or Consequences. Contact the RGSC for information on lake conditions and levels, boat ramps, races and club events, local facilities and events, and slip information, including slips for visitors from out-of-area clubs.