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Welcome to WOMEN on WATER
A Pentagon Sailing Club Group
A community of women supporting women in sailing
WOMEN on WATER (WOW), a Pentagon Sailing Club (PSC) group, is open to female PSC members and meets on select Thursdays and Saturdays, and occasional Fridays and Sundays at the Capital Cove Marina, Washington, D.C., on Joint Base Anacostia-Bolling (JBAB). After each sail, WOW members gathers at the marina's waterfront restaurant, The Slip Inn.
| HOW DO I BECOME A WOMEN on WATER SAILOR? 1. RENEW or APPLY for a Pentagon Sailing Club membership 2. REGISTER for the 2026 WOMEN on WATER (WOW) Sailing Season 3. SIGN UP for a WOW Social Sail |
2026 WOMEN on WATER SAILING DATES |
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| Sat., July 11 (Mt Vernon with club) Fri., July 17 Sat., August 8 Sat., August 15 Thurs., August 20 Sat., September 5 Thurs., September 17 Thurs., October, 1 Sun., October 11 |
A heartfelt thank-you to everyone who volunteered to make the 2025 WOMEN on WATER SAILING SEASON KICK-OFF a success! A special thanks to our "Women's Journeys in Sailing" panel: Katie Wolfe, U.S. Naval Academy Basic Sail Training Director and Annapolis Bermuda Ocean Race winner; Vilma Baez, boat owner and captain; and Sue Neimeth, PSC's WOMEN on WATER founding member and boat charter skipper. Their accomplishments inspire and empower us in WOW to do what we love -- sail!
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2024 and 2025 WOMEN on WATER SAILING SEASONSEach year, WOMEN on WATER held thirteen social sails throughout the sailing season. Each sail was followed by an after-sail gathering at the Capital Cove Marina restaurant, The Slip Inn. During the 2025 WoW season, four new social sail skippers were certified. |
| WOMEN on WATER MERCHANDISE Check out quality sailing clothes with the WOMEN on WATER "WOW" logo, including UV-protected short and long-sleeve shirts, polos, pullovers, hoodies, jackets, shorts, hats, travel mugs, and more. |
2023 WOMEN on WATER SAILING SEASON Our inaugural season was a success! WOMEN on WATER held ten social sails throughout the sailing season. Each sail was followed by an after-sail gathering at the Capital Cove Marina restaurant, The Slip Inn. |
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
What is the mission of the PSC WOMEN on WATER group?
Our mission is to create a community of women supporting women who sail. The group focuses on helping each member grow towards their personal sailing goals at any level while providing an opportunity to get to know one another through socials following WOW sails.
When do you sail?
We sail two to three times a month during the sailing season (April through September) on select Thursdays and Saturdays or Sundays. On Thursdays, WOW sails from 5:30 pm until dusk. On Saturday and Sunday mornings, WOW sails for two to three hours beginning at 9:00 am. After the sail, members meets at the marina's waterfront restaurant, The Slip Inn.
Where do you meet?
We meet on the Capital Cove Marina docks, where the Pentagon Sailing Club moors a fleet of Catalina Capri 22s. The marina is on Joint Base Anacostia-Bolling (JBAB), 90 Giovannoli Way, Washington, D.C. 20032. DIRECTIONS
Do I need a military ID or CAC card to access Joint Base Anacostia-Bolling (JBAB)?
No. Instead, you will need a DBIDS card. AFTER completing a Pentagon Sailing Club membership application, you may apply for a DBIDS card.
Do I need to know how to sail?
Nope, novices are welcome! WOMEN on WATER (WOW) supports all skill levels, from beginners to seasoned sailors. The group aims to help each member reach their goals, whether working on the basics, focusing on specific techniques, or simply getting away to relax on the water with a phenomenal group of people.
How do I join WOMEN on WATER?
To join WOMEN on WATER (WOW), first, RENEW OR APPLY for a Pentagon Sailing Club membership. Next, REGISTER for the 2025 WOW Sailing Season, then SIGN UP for a WOW Social Sail.
Is there a local store where I can purchase sailing equipment?
Absolutely! The Pentagon Sailing Club's go-to local retailer is West Marine.