WSK Arholmen's new dock
About the project
Waldemarsvik Sailing Club (WSK) will within the project build a new dock at the club island Arholmen. The purpose is to improve accessibility, safety, and functionality for racing, sailing camps, and general boating life.
The current dock, originating from the 1950s, has limited capacity and does not meet today's demands. The new facility will be extended to accommodate more and deeper boats, equipped with a ”skirt” for dinghies, and furnished with benches, better lighting, railings, and rescue ladders.
The project aims to provide better conditions for the club's growing activities, especially youth activities. In 2023, 27 young people participated in the sailing camp and 29 boats in the club's races. The goal is to continue to grow while offering a safe environment for everyone – from young to older members.
Arholmen is strategically located near the fairway outside Valdemarsvik and has become a popular spot for passing boat guests – who are always welcome to dock free of charge.
The new dock strengthens the club's role as a gathering place for sailing, community, and intergenerational boating life.
Project goals
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A new purpose-built dock
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More visitors
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Conditions for new leisure activities
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Improved service
About the project
Project period
24.04.13-25.09.30
Project type
Project support.
Intervention area
Culture, sports, leisure, and service
Project owner
WSK-Waldemarsvik Sailing Club
Project manager
Fredrik Höge
Web and social media
Website
About funding
Granted leader support
135,000 SEK
Other public support
RF Sisu 100,000 SEK
Own funding
285,000 kronor and 250 hours of volunteer work
Total funding
520,000 kronor
Rural Development Fund