“Managing the Meters:” Lessons Learned from the Double Handed World Offshore Championship

Earlier this fall, two teams from the U.S. took part in the first-ever Double Handed World Offshore Championship in Lorient, France. Erica Lush/Tim Kent, and Barbara (Basia) Karpinska/Kevin Morgan joined 20 other teams from 16 countries for a first-of-its-kind test of might between the best doublehanded offshore sailors in the world. Each team was given…Read More

New Bedford Community Boating Center Enriches Young Lives

The Community Boating Center in New Bedford, MA began in 1998 as the brainchild of local social worker JoAnn Tschaen. One hot and humid day in 1995, Tschaen began searching for a way to give new ways to grow and learn to a group of seven youngsters in her care. That evening on her way…Read More

Duxbury Bay Maritime School Brings Sailing to Life for Local Residents

Founded in 1997, the Duxbury Bay Maritime School started with a simple idea: to connect the community to Duxbury Bay, Massachusetts. In the 27 years since, the school has grown from just a dream to a 2.5-acre waterfront campus with state-of-the-art facilities that services the entire Duxbury Bay community, from learn to sail to racing…Read More

Celebrating Veterans Day at US Sailing

Celebrating Veterans Day at US Sailing Today US Sailing celebrates Veterans Day! On this Veterans Day, we honor and thank the brave men and women who have served our country with courage and dedication. Their sacrifices, both on land and at sea, have paved the way for the freedoms we enjoy today.   Throughout the country,…Read More

US Sailing Awards Medal to Chicago Sailors for Rescue of Competitor Overboard

[caption id="attachment_43390" align="aligncenter" width="585"] From left: Maggie Shea, USSA Board of Directors Representative and award presenter, Tom Egan, Anya Bogusky, Jeff Goff, Danielle Fruin, Mark Fruin (skipper), Gail Turluck, nominator, LMSRF Secretary, US Sailing Area K Coordinator. Not pictured: John Hooker.[/caption] BRISTOL, RI (November 4, 2024) – The US Sailing Safety at Sea Committee awarded the…Read More

SafeSport Explained

As the winter rolls around, it’s a great time to brush up on your SafeSport training! SafeSport training is a free online course that provides education on: Sexual Misconduct Awareness  Emotional and Physical Misconduct  Mandatory Reporting (Understanding Your Responsibilities) Following initial Core training, members can take an annual refresher training that will include new topics. …Read More

Meet Diana Emmanuelli: US Sailing Competition Manager

[caption id="attachment_43298" align="alignleft" width="377"] Diana Emmanuelli, right, at the U.S. Multihull Championship. Simone Staff / US Sailing[/caption] If you participated in, volunteered for, or watched a US Sailing Championship, you have most likely met (or emailed with) Diana Emmanuelli, US Sailing’s Competition Manager.   But more than just a regatta-organizing extraordinaire, Emmanuelli is an accomplished race…Read More

2024 Double Handed World Offshore Championship Sets Sail This Week

Two American Teams to Compete  Starting this week, September 24, two teams from the U.S. will take to the waters of the coast of Brittany, France for the RORC 2024 Double Handed World Offshore Championship. Co-Hosted by Lorient Grand Large, RORC (Royal Ocean Racing Club) and Yacht Club de France, the championship will take place…Read More

US Sailing Awards Medal to Sailors for Rescuing Crew of Sinking Boat During Offshore Race

The US Sailing Safety at Sea Committee has awarded the Arthur B. Hanson Rescue Medal to the skippers and crew of two sailing vessels, Ceilidh and Banter, who rescued competitors off a life raft from the sailboat Alliance that sank during an offshore race.

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Legendary Rolex Big Boat Series Kicks Off in San Francisco

This year, over 70 boats will take to the line September 12-16 for the 60th edition of the event, with organizers showcasing its rich history and celebrating the many legendary yachts, crews and skippers who have participated since 1964.   

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