About Us
The Buffalo Community Boathouse is a non-profit organization that collaborates and partners with a multitude of other community organizations. It meets and embraces the basic ideas of the LWRP (Local Waterway Revitalization Plan), the federal law that emphasizes precious waterfront land be reserved for uses that require access to the water. Over 50 other communities in the country have successful community centers in full operation. The Boathouse Community Center is running a cost-free sailing program for underserved youth at South End Marina in the Summer.
The Buffalo Community Boathouse is governed by a Board of Directors who have a water sports background and who want to share their love of the water with all Buffalonians.
Tony Anderson
A lifetime boater and sailor is a Trustee of WNY Adaptive Water Sports. Tony Serves on the County Advisory Board for the Office for people with disabilities, and also operates a Scuba Facility that provides training for individuals and veterans of all abilities with his wife. Tony is also an Engineer by profession Skipper of Sea Scout Ship 1, and holder of a Merchant Marine Masters license.
Christine Asztalos
Christine has spent the last 30 yrs enjoying cruising and racing the waters of Lake Erie and Lake Ontario. As a sailing coach, she is anxious to share her experience with the children of Buffalo. Christine has business development experience which is key for our public outreach.
Diana Augspurger
Long time member and Program Director of the Buffalo Harbor Sailing Club, Diana has run the Discover Buffalo Sailing program since 2013. This successful program has provided an introduction to sailing to more than 550 adults.
Tom Hunt
Avid sailor, Coast Guard Captain and Past Commodore of the Buffalo Harbor Sailing Club. Tom brings an entrepreneurial spirit to our Board of Directors.
Gayle Nowak
Gayle is part of the education team for the boathouse. Gayle currently is the program administrator for Adaptive Water Sports. She started sailing as a child at the Buffalo Canoe Club and understands fully the benefits that come with this sport.
Charles Obersheimer
Charlie has sailed the world. He translated that passion into Obersheimer Sailor Supply, a business focused on rigging and equipment for all water sports. Charlie has supported youth sailing for decades.
Mark Modzelewski
Mark is a facilities manager who brings great hands-on skill to the boathouse when it comes to our physical plant. Whether it’s diving, welding or heavy equipment operation, Mark has the talent that makes the boathouse work.