About Us

Getting kids outside…

We think it is really healthy to get kids outside and into nature, and we happen to be blessed enough to live on one of the most beautiful islands in the world. Our youth sailing program enjoys year round sailing and diverse wind and sea conditions.

and into nature

Our youth are encouraged to take out the boats as often as they can, to sail together, respect nature, and enjoy our beautiful ocean and sound. We make safety a priority and emphasize having fun. Parents often sail alongside the kiddos in a Stiletto 27 operated by Phillips Boatworks.

Chairman

Jay Phillips of Phillips Boatworks

Jay Phillips has been sailing professionally for more than 30 years, and has a passion to pass his love for this life-building sport onto new, young sailors. “We can’t really spare any effort grounding our next generation to the earth, the sea, and the creator”, says Jay on why he founded Hatteras Sailing. “Sailing is a great way to get kids in touch and engaged with their environment”

Vice Chairman

Nathan Snead of Pamlico Sailing

Nathan is a US Coast Guard Captain and owner of Pamlico Sailing. He has been sailing from around age 6 when he first sailed solo on a sunfish. “As soon as I felt that independence of sailing on my own, I was hooked”, says Nathan about how he grew his love of sailing.

Treasurer

Chip Hammack, CPA

Chip Hammack is a CPA, and has a natural affinity for the sport of sailing. Chip says, “I’ve been a pilot for so many years, and while sailing is new to me I see there are many parallels between the two.” Chip looks forward to sailing as he and his own son, Noah learn the sport together.

Secretary

Amy Hakola of Wild Flour Kitchens

Amy Hakola is an accomplished chef and a mom who homeschools her two children. “Sailing gives kids outdoor options, learning skills, problem solving, and confidence in a way that few other organized sports can.”, says Amy on why she got involved with Hatteras Sailing.

Capt. Jay Crawford of Outer Banks Kiting

Jay Crawford holds a USCG Masters License, 25-ton and a BS in Physical Education/Leisure Services from Winthrop University, South Carolina. Jay has been living, breathing and coaching kiteboarding on Hatteras Island since the early days. Flying Naish product since 1999, Jay has worked with and learned from the pioneers. He spends winters in “Shacks Beach”, Puerto Rico, or Heavenly Ski Resort, California, to further expand his teaching knowledge.

Bob Moscowitz

Bob Moscowitz has been sailing and coaching sailing throughout his life. He participated as a n International One Design sailor through the NCAA in Boston during his college years. He enjoys all aspects of sailing on a variety of boats, windsurfers, and in all conditions. “It is so good for the kids and good for me to get out and enjoy the gorgeous nature available to us all here on Hatteras”, says Bob.

Tater Gaskins of Hatteras Island Air

Tater, the owner of Hatteras Island Air, having grown up here on Hatteras feels that sailing is a natural fit for Hatteras and Hatteras Island Youth. “I’m very interested in the physics of sailing. Knots are cool”, says Tater. Like Chip, Tater is interested in learning sailing as he mentors his own son, Ellis, in survival skills and outdoor activities.