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Training crew and skippers of larger sailing vessels on the Chesapeake Bay since 1968

Onshore Activities

Join us for our get togethers of virtual meetings, potlucks, cookouts and restaurant visits.  We may invite speakers and provide ad hoc training opportunities on demand.  Volunteer to organize an activity or propose a speaker by contacting operations@ansa.org



Sailing Events

ANSA hosts sails on member's boats and ANSA boats in order to provide our membership with opportunities to practice their sailing skills, have fun on the water, and enjoy the beautiful Chesapeake Bay.  Sailing events are a great way to gain experience and obtain your log hours.  Sails are open to all members and their guests.

Note that sails may be during the week or on weekends and at different times and locations, depending on what vessel is being used.


CANCELLATION POLICY:   If you cancel your sailing registration within 1 week of the event, you will NOT receive a refund.  You payment will be considered a donation to ANSA.  If ANSA cancels a sail due to weather or any other reason, you will receive a full refund.

All Sails are skippered by an ANSA qualified Skipper and ANSA policies and procedures must be followed.  No alcoholic beverages are permitted on ANSA Sails.  The ANSA skipper is in charge of the vessel and the crew.

Please register for no more than TWO Sails at a time to give all members a chance to participate.

Upcoming Events

    • Thursday, October 15, 2026
    • 10:00 - 15:00
    • Holiday Point Marina, Edgewater, MD
    • 7
    Register

    Come out and watch the start of the Great Chesapeake Bay Schooner Race from Annapolis to Norfolk.

    The race start is at Thomas Point Light on Thursday at noon.  We will get out there in time to see the start!

    Join ANSA skipper Amy Purves on Windrose, a Wauquiez Pilot Saloon 40, out of Holiday Point Marina in Edgewater, MD.


    • Sunday, October 18, 2026
    • 12:00 - 16:00
    • Hartge Yacht Harbor, 4883 Church Ln, Galesville, MD
    • 6
    Register

    Race with ANSA's fleet in the Pirates Cove Racing Club Frostbite Series.  There are 8 races from October 4 to November 22 on Sunday afternoons. 

    There will be a flat fee of $120 to participate in any or all of the series.  The fee will be invoiced separately following your first Frostbite registration.  Skippers fly for free!  Crew and Skippers both are invited to register for each race that they can attend.

    Race start time is 13:00, crew must be at "C" Dock at 12:00 noon to prepare vessels, assign crews and get underway.

    Races are usually finished within two hours, so wrap up time may be 16:00, but sometimes later depending on wind conditions.

    Do you know how to wrap a line on a winch, grind a winch, manage a mainsheet traveller, adjust jib car lead position, sit on the high side rail?  Sailors should have sailing experience, through ASA 103 or equivalent, and understand basic sail trim concepts.

    Please review the Sailing Instructions provided by PCRC which contain the rules as well as the courses and a chart of the racing marks.

    IF YOU CANNOT RACE ON A DAY THAT YOU REGISTERED, PLEASE CANCEL YOUR REGISTRATION ASAP OR CONTACT admin@ansa.org otherwise we will see you there!

    • Monday, October 19, 2026
    • 10:00 - 15:00
    • Hartge Yacht Harbor 4883 Church Ln, Galesville, MD
    • 0
    Join waitlist

    Day Sail on Martha Jean, an O'Day 30,  out of the West River.

    The start time for this sail may be adjusted based on the Sail Plan for the day. 

    Skipper:  Jed Ziegler

    Bring a drink, lunch, and snacks and dress for the weather!  Foul Weather Gear is advised, it could rain anytime.  Sailing gloves, sunscreen, sunglasses, hats, clips for hats and glasses, PFD if you have one, and closed-toe shoes.

    The fee for a day sail is $50.  If you are a student this season and have not used your free sail, or have a gift certificate, select the volunteer/gift certificate option.

    • Tuesday, October 20, 2026
    • 10:00 - 15:00
    • Hartge Yacht Harbor 4883 Church Ln, Galesville, MD
    • 4
    Register

    Day Sail on Allora, a Catalina 30,  out of the West River.

    The start time for this sail may be adjusted based on the Sail Plan for the day. 

    Skipper:  Chip Voehl

    Bring a drink, lunch, and snacks and dress for the weather!  Foul Weather Gear is advised, it could rain anytime.  Sailing gloves, sunscreen, sunglasses, hats, clips for hats and glasses, PFD if you have one, and closed-toe shoes.

    The fee for a day sail is $50.  If you are a student this season and have not used your free sail, or have a gift certificate, select the volunteer/gift certificate option.

    • Wednesday, October 21, 2026
    • 10:00 - 15:00
    • Hartge Yacht Harbor 4883 Church Ln, Galesville, MD
    • 3
    Register

    Day Sail on Bay Flyer, a Hunter 31,  out of the West River.

    The start time for this sail may be adjusted based on the Sail Plan for the day. 

    Skipper:  John Young 

    Bring a drink, lunch, and snacks and dress for the weather!  Foul Weather Gear is advised, it could rain anytime.  Sailing gloves, sunscreen, sunglasses, hats, clips for hats and glasses, PFD if you have one, and closed-toe shoes.

    The fee for a day sail is $50.  If you are a student this season and have not used your free sail, or have a gift certificate, select the volunteer/gift certificate option.

    • Saturday, October 24, 2026
    • 10:00 - 15:00
    • Hartge Yacht Harbor 4883 Church Ln, Galesville, MD
    • 4
    Register

    Day Sail on Allora, a Catalina 30,  out of the West River.

    The start time for this sail may be adjusted based on the Sail Plan for the day. 

    Skipper:  Chip Voehl

    Bring a drink, lunch, and snacks and dress for the weather!  Foul Weather Gear is advised, it could rain anytime.  Sailing gloves, sunscreen, sunglasses, hats, clips for hats and glasses, PFD if you have one, and closed-toe shoes.

    The fee for a day sail is $60.  If you are a student this season and have not used your free sail, or have a gift certificate, select the volunteer/gift certificate option.

    • Saturday, October 24, 2026
    • 10:00 - 15:00
    • Hartge Yacht Harbor, 4883 Church Ln, Edgewater, MD
    • 1
    Register

    Sail with the ANSA fleet: Bay Flyer, Martha Jean, Allora! 

    Come out for a day sail and enjoy the beautiful Chesapeake Bay!

    With Skipper Matt Gelfand.

    Bring a drink, lunch, and snacks and dress for the weather!  Foul Weather Gear is advised, it could rain anytime.  Sailing gloves, sunscreen, sunglasses, hats, clips for hats and glasses, PFD if you have one, and closed-toe shoes.

    The fee for a day sail is $60.  If you are a student this season and have not used your free club sail, or have a gift certificate, select the volunteer/gift certificate option when you register.


    • Sunday, October 25, 2026
    • 12:00 - 16:00
    • Hartge Yacht Harbor, 4883 Church Ln, Galesville, MD
    • 9
    Register

    Race with ANSA's fleet in the Pirates Cove Racing Club Frostbite Series.  There are 8 races from October 4 to November 22 on Sunday afternoons. 

    There will be a flat fee of $120 to participate in any or all of the series.  The fee will be invoiced separately following your first Frostbite registration.  Skippers fly for free!  Crew and Skippers both are invited to register for each race that they can attend.

    Race start time is 13:00, crew must be at "C" Dock at 12:00 noon to prepare vessels, assign crews and get underway.

    Races are usually finished within two hours, so wrap up time may be 16:00, but sometimes later depending on wind conditions.

    Do you know how to wrap a line on a winch, grind a winch, manage a mainsheet traveller, adjust jib car lead position, sit on the high side rail?  Sailors should have sailing experience, through ASA 103 or equivalent, and understand basic sail trim concepts.

    Please review the Sailing Instructions provided by PCRC which contain the rules as well as the courses and a chart of the racing marks.

    IF YOU CANNOT RACE ON A DAY THAT YOU REGISTERED, PLEASE CANCEL YOUR REGISTRATION ASAP OR CONTACT admin@ansa.org otherwise we will see you there!

    • Tuesday, October 27, 2026
    • 10:00 - 15:00
    • Hartge Yacht Harbor 4883 Church Ln, Galesville, MD
    • 3
    Register

    Day Sail on Allora, a Catalina 30,  out of the West River.

    The start time for this sail may be adjusted based on the Sail Plan for the day. 

    Skipper:  Chip Voehl

    Bring a drink, lunch, and snacks and dress for the weather!  Foul Weather Gear is advised, it could rain anytime.  Sailing gloves, sunscreen, sunglasses, hats, clips for hats and glasses, PFD if you have one, and closed-toe shoes.

    The fee for a day sail is $50.  If you are a student this season and have not used your free sail, or have a gift certificate, select the volunteer/gift certificate option.

    • Wednesday, October 28, 2026
    • 10:00 - 15:00
    • Hartge Yacht Harbor 4883 Church Ln, Galesville, MD
    • 3
    Register

    Day Sail on Bay Flyer, a Hunter 31,  out of the West River.

    The start time for this sail may be adjusted based on the Sail Plan for the day. 

    Skipper:  John Young 

    Bring a drink, lunch, and snacks and dress for the weather!  Foul Weather Gear is advised, it could rain anytime.  Sailing gloves, sunscreen, sunglasses, hats, clips for hats and glasses, PFD if you have one, and closed-toe shoes.

    The fee for a day sail is $50.  If you are a student this season and have not used your free sail, or have a gift certificate, select the volunteer/gift certificate option.

    • Friday, October 30, 2026
    • 10:00 - 15:00
    • Hartge Yacht Harbor 4883 Church Ln, Galesville, MD
    • 2
    Register

    Day Sail on Allora, a Catalina 30,  out of the West River.

    The start time for this sail may be adjusted based on the Sail Plan for the day. 

    Skipper:  Chip Voehl

    Bring a drink, lunch, and snacks and dress for the weather!  Foul Weather Gear is advised, it could rain anytime.  Sailing gloves, sunscreen, sunglasses, hats, clips for hats and glasses, PFD if you have one, and closed-toe shoes.

    The fee for a day sail is $50.  If you are a student this season and have not used your free sail, or have a gift certificate, select the volunteer/gift certificate option.

    • Sunday, November 01, 2026
    • 12:00 - 16:00
    • Hartge Yacht Harbor, 4883 Church Ln, Galesville, MD
    • 7
    Register

    Race with ANSA's fleet in the Pirates Cove Racing Club Frostbite Series.  There are 8 races from October 4 to November 22 on Sunday afternoons. 

    There will be a flat fee of $120 to participate in any or all of the series.  The fee will be invoiced separately following your first Frostbite registration.  Skippers fly for free!  Crew and Skippers both are invited to register for each race that they can attend.

    Race start time is 13:00, crew must be at "C" Dock at 12:00 noon to prepare vessels, assign crews and get underway.

    Races are usually finished within two hours, so wrap up time may be 16:00, but sometimes later depending on wind conditions.

    Do you know how to wrap a line on a winch, grind a winch, manage a mainsheet traveller, adjust jib car lead position, sit on the high side rail?  Sailors should have sailing experience, through ASA 103 or equivalent, and understand basic sail trim concepts.

    Please review the Sailing Instructions provided by PCRC which contain the rules as well as the courses and a chart of the racing marks.

    IF YOU CANNOT RACE ON A DAY THAT YOU REGISTERED, PLEASE CANCEL YOUR REGISTRATION ASAP OR CONTACT admin@ansa.org otherwise we will see you there!

    • Saturday, November 07, 2026
    • 10:00 - 15:00
    • Hartge Yacht Harbor, 4883 Church Ln, Edgewater, MD
    • 4
    Register

    Sail with the ANSA fleet: Bay Flyer, Martha Jean, Allora! 

    Come out for a day sail and enjoy the beautiful Chesapeake Bay!

    With Skipper Matt Gelfand.

    Bring a drink, lunch, and snacks and dress for the weather!  Foul Weather Gear is advised, it could rain anytime.  Sailing gloves, sunscreen, sunglasses, hats, clips for hats and glasses, PFD if you have one, and closed-toe shoes.

    The fee for a day sail is $60.  If you are a student this season and have not used your free club sail, or have a gift certificate, select the volunteer/gift certificate option when you register.


    • Sunday, November 08, 2026
    • 12:00 - 16:00
    • Hartge Yacht Harbor, 4883 Church Ln, Galesville, MD
    • 10
    Register

    Race with ANSA's fleet in the Pirates Cove Racing Club Frostbite Series.  There are 8 races from October 4 to November 22 on Sunday afternoons. 

    There will be a flat fee of $120 to participate in any or all of the series.  The fee will be invoiced separately following your first Frostbite registration.  Skippers fly for free!  Crew and Skippers both are invited to register for each race that they can attend.

    Race start time is 13:00, crew must be at "C" Dock at 12:00 noon to prepare vessels, assign crews and get underway.

    Races are usually finished within two hours, so wrap up time may be 16:00, but sometimes later depending on wind conditions.

    Do you know how to wrap a line on a winch, grind a winch, manage a mainsheet traveller, adjust jib car lead position, sit on the high side rail?  Sailors should have sailing experience, through ASA 103 or equivalent, and understand basic sail trim concepts.

    Please review the Sailing Instructions provided by PCRC which contain the rules as well as the courses and a chart of the racing marks.

    IF YOU CANNOT RACE ON A DAY THAT YOU REGISTERED, PLEASE CANCEL YOUR REGISTRATION ASAP OR CONTACT admin@ansa.org otherwise we will see you there!

    • Sunday, November 15, 2026
    • 12:00 - 16:00
    • Hartge Yacht Harbor, 4883 Church Ln, Galesville, MD
    • 8
    Register

    Race with ANSA's fleet in the Pirates Cove Racing Club Frostbite Series.  There are 8 races from October 4 to November 22 on Sunday afternoons. 

    There will be a flat fee of $120 to participate in any or all of the series.  The fee will be invoiced separately following your first Frostbite registration.  Skippers fly for free!  Crew and Skippers both are invited to register for each race that they can attend.

    Race start time is 13:00, crew must be at "C" Dock at 12:00 noon to prepare vessels, assign crews and get underway.

    Races are usually finished within two hours, so wrap up time may be 16:00, but sometimes later depending on wind conditions.

    Do you know how to wrap a line on a winch, grind a winch, manage a mainsheet traveller, adjust jib car lead position, sit on the high side rail?  Sailors should have sailing experience, through ASA 103 or equivalent, and understand basic sail trim concepts.

    Please review the Sailing Instructions provided by PCRC which contain the rules as well as the courses and a chart of the racing marks.

    IF YOU CANNOT RACE ON A DAY THAT YOU REGISTERED, PLEASE CANCEL YOUR REGISTRATION ASAP OR CONTACT admin@ansa.org otherwise we will see you there!

    • Saturday, November 21, 2026
    • 10:00 - 15:00
    • Hartge Yacht Harbor, 4883 Church Ln, Edgewater, MD
    • 4
    Register

    Sail with the ANSA fleet: Bay Flyer, Martha Jean, Allora! 

    Come out for a day sail and enjoy the beautiful Chesapeake Bay!

    With Skipper Matt Gelfand.

    Bring a drink, lunch, and snacks and dress for the weather!  Foul Weather Gear is advised, it could rain anytime.  Sailing gloves, sunscreen, sunglasses, hats, clips for hats and glasses, PFD if you have one, and closed-toe shoes.

    The fee for a day sail is $60.  If you are a student this season and have not used your free club sail, or have a gift certificate, select the volunteer/gift certificate option when you register.


    • Sunday, November 22, 2026
    • 12:00 - 16:00
    • Hartge Yacht Harbor, 4883 Church Ln, Galesville, MD
    • 11
    Register

    Race with ANSA's fleet in the Pirates Cove Racing Club Frostbite Series.  There are 8 races from October 4 to November 22 on Sunday afternoons. 

    There will be a flat fee of $120 to participate in any or all of the series.  The fee will be invoiced separately following your first Frostbite registration.  Skippers fly for free!  Crew and Skippers both are invited to register for each race that they can attend.

    Race start time is 13:00, crew must be at "C" Dock at 12:00 noon to prepare vessels, assign crews and get underway.

    Races are usually finished within two hours, so wrap up time may be 16:00, but sometimes later depending on wind conditions.

    Do you know how to wrap a line on a winch, grind a winch, manage a mainsheet traveller, adjust jib car lead position, sit on the high side rail?  Sailors should have sailing experience, through ASA 103 or equivalent, and understand basic sail trim concepts.

    Please review the Sailing Instructions provided by PCRC which contain the rules as well as the courses and a chart of the racing marks.

    IF YOU CANNOT RACE ON A DAY THAT YOU REGISTERED, PLEASE CANCEL YOUR REGISTRATION ASAP OR CONTACT admin@ansa.org otherwise we will see you there!

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