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• Women on Water (WOW) PSC Sailing Group- starts April 11th!! (Men, please pass on...)

  • Start
    11 Apr 2024
  •  
    5:30 PM
  • End
    01 Nov 2024
  •  
    8:00 PM
  • Location
    Capital Cove Marina, JBAB

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  Welcome to all PSC women! 

  There is a great new opportunity to get on the water  and sail in a fun, supportive, learning environment! We are very excited to offer this amazing new program to create a community of women supporting each other through sailing. 
  
  

  The Sailing Program:

  Starts: April 11 - September 19 (6 months of sailing!)

  Location: At JBAB (Capitol Cove Marina: 90 Giovannoli St SW, Washington D.C. 10032)

  Times: Monthly on Thursday evenings at 5:30 pm and Saturday mornings at 9 am.  Depending on demand we will rotate to ensure everyone get’s on time on the water.

  Cost: $60 to cover the cost of the season (12 sail dates with 5 boats)!
  
  IF you do not have access to JBAB, go to the PSC website and request  DBIDs. This takes some time to process and you can't get to the boats without it. Note: PSC can only sponsor DBIDS cards for active club members.

  Happy Sailing!
  
  
  

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• Racing - Summer I Series

  • Start
    14 May 2024
  •  
  • End
    25 Jun 2024
  •  
  • Schedule
    7 sessions
  • Location
    Capital Cove Marina, 90 Giovannoli St, Bolling AFB, DC 20032

  These races are part of the KISS Summer I Series, and are open to members of the PSC Racing Squadron.  Racing Squadron members, remember to sign up on the Racing Sign-Up Sheet.

  For more information, contact the Racing Commodore at racing@pentagonsailing.org.

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• WOW Maintenance Training (Gentlemen please pass on by)

  • When
    19 May 2024
  •  
    1:00 PM - 4:00 PM
  • Location
    JBAB Marina

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  Ladies of WoW!

  
  

  We are now performing the maintenance on Merlin for the season and this is the first in a series of maintenance trainings we will conduct to facilitate our success!

  This event will start at 13:00pm after the WoW sail and a lunch break at slip Inn. We plan to introduce the maintenance concepts and provide some hands on learning. Please come out and use this opportunity to familiarize yourself with the boat and its systems. 

  We encourage you to come even if you cannot make the morning sail. Please feel free to reach out to the wow administrative email if you have any questions. 

  See you there!

  Jennifer, Julie, Sue, Joanne, Toni

  
  

  PSC_WOWadmin@pentagonsailing.org 
  

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• Monthly Membership Social Greece Flotilla Update and Next Flotilla

  • When
    20 May 2024
  •  
    6:00 PM - 8:00 PM
  • Location
    Rhodeside Grill, Arlington, VA

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  Ahoy Sailors,

  2024 Greece Flotilla Update and discussion of when and where to organize the next flotilla.

  I know the Greece Flotilla trip is still 4 months away but its time to start planning the next trip.  If your interested come and hear about how this trip was organized and tell us where you would like to go next. BVI, Amalfi Coast, Croatia?

  Some of the Topics for discussion,

  - Timing Spring 2026, Fall 2025

  - Type of boats Catamarans or mono-hulls

  - Should training be provided on the trip ASA classes?

  - Pricing and duration

  - How to put crews together

  - These flotillas are not really PSC Events, anyone can skipper or join the boats.

  - Are you interested in helping organize the next flotilla.

  Come out Monday, May 20, 2024 and spend some time with other PSC members and potential members. 
  

  It's a great opportunity to connect with friends and meet new friends. We will also be starting a new monthly tradition...club birthdays! Come enjoy some delicious birthday cake and celebrate all your fellow members born in March. If you want to be celebrated on your special month please update your profile details on the website to include your month and year. 

  Monthly Membership social meetings are held the third Monday of every month (3rd Tuesday, when Monday is a holiday). We normally have dinner together, hear from a guest speaker, and then conduct a business meeting. All year long, it's a good time!
  

  Happy Hour and networking starts at 6:00 pm and meeting starts at 7:00 pm with a short ice-breaker.  We recommend that you come early to have some food and drink and hang around with other sailors.
  

  Do you or someone you know have a unique or interesting insight, skill, or experience related to some aspect of sailing you would be willing to present to our membership?

  Please contact our Membership Commodore for more information.

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• 5/22 Wednesday Night Social Sail

  • When
    22 May 2024
  •  
    5:00 PM - 9:00 PM
  • Location
    JBAB - Capital Cove Marina
  • Spaces left
    19

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  Come join for a Wednesday Night Social Sail with PSC!!!

  Here's your chance to take a little time after work (or maybe even leave the office early if you can) and join some of your fellow PSC members for an evening social sail on the Potomac.

  Boats depart the docks by 5:30 PM at the latest (or earlier if a skipper has a boat full of people).  All boats must be tied back up in their slips before sunset. 

  Come out and join us and practice your sailing. You might pick up a tip or be able to share your tips with each other in this relaxed atmosphere. Oh, did we mention that it's only $10 to participate (& free for Skippers)? How much better can it get?!

  BUT WAIT, THERE's MORE! On the last Wednesday of each month, we will hold a Social Hour after we sail with FREE Club provided refreshments!

  Register here:  https://www.pentagonsailing.org/event-5704225

  We hope to see you out on the water!

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  NOTE TO ALL: Capacity is totally dependent on how many Skippers sign up. No skipper, no boat. If you are considering being a Skipper (see requirements below), but need some orientation and/or a bit more practice, let us know. We'll figure something out.

  NOTICE: Due to very high demand, with significant waitlists for Club members, Guest registration is unavailable. If you wish to sail with family members, consider a Family Membership

  
  NOTE: We are always looking for Skippers!
  
  To be a Skipper on a Social Sail, a member must be pre-approved in accordance with the PSC Training and Qualifications Policy. Generally that requires: completing ASA 101/103, three sails on the Potomac within the past two years subsequent to 101/103, a Boater Safety Card, and having sailed once on the Potomac each season prior to Skippering.

  If that's you, fill out this form 

  Questions, contact Membership@PentagonSailing.org

  
  

  
  

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• 2024 PSC Memorial Day Raft-Up: Club-Chartered Catamaran

  • Start
    25 May 2024
  •  
    9:00 AM
  • End
    27 May 2024
  •  
    5:00 PM
  • Location
    Waypoints Annapolis, 222 Severn Avenue, Bldg. 15 MD 21403 Annapolis, Maryland
  • Spaces left
    3

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  2024 PSC Memorial Day Raft-Up: Club-Chartered 47' Catamaran

  • Start 25 May 2024  9:00 AM

  • End 27 May 2024  5:00 PM

  • Location: Waypoints Annapolis, 222 Severn Ave, Annapolis, MD 21403 Google maps
  • • Parking space may be limited. Try to carpool.

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  • 2024 PSC Memorial Day Raft-Up: Club-Chartered Boat (3-Day Bay Sail) – shared cabin, OR salon

  Miscellaneous costs (fuel, pump-out, dock fees, meals) not included.

  Boat: 47' Catamaran Fountaine Pajot Saona 47 Maestro - 3 + 1 cab. - Dark Star - 2019

  Skipper:  Ross Rosiak email communicationscommodore@pentagonsailing.org 

  This is a multi-day social sail over the Memorial Day weekend. We depart the marina on Saturday and meet other boats on the bay, raft-up, and spend the day on the water. See flyer attached below.

  Theme: Salty Sailors

  Location: San Domingo Creek and Oxford, MD

  This is a great multi-day experience, where you get to experience the liveaboard style, plus you get to raft-up with other boats. The sail is a great time to practice any skills you may need for a certification, or just to make sure you keep them sharp. If all you want is relax, there will be multiple fore-decks where you can do so.

  The "Labor Day Raft Up" is fast approaching and we are well on our way to planning the event. This year's theme is "Salty Sailors!" - Cheers to those Sailors who have been with PSC for many years and deserve an "Outta Boy". We are planning a fun filled set of events and hope that you are able to participate.

  • 25 May 2024 - Raft Up will be held in San Domingo Creek (Coord. f 38°46'8"N 76°13'42"W) . CAPT Ross Rossiak will be coordinating the information regarding the raft up itself. Vilma Baez will be the planner for the evening event. Once again, it is all about the "Salty Sailors" so wear anything you deem appropriate for the event. This is a hard one so put your mind at work!
  • 26 May 2024 - We will conduct our second event at Oxford, Maryland (coord. 38°41'32"N 76°10'15"W). As for the restaurant, Vilma is still working on the best possible alternative. Count of the event being held around 1500 either catered or at a nearby restaurant.

  Monday we return to our home ports.
  

  If you intend to take your boat to Oxford, we recommend the Safe Harbor Oxford Marina. You will need to make slip reservations via the DOCKWA app (or at https://dockwa.com safe-harbor-oxford) as soon as possible. The contact at the marina is Jeff Maki, 410-226-5450.

  As mentioned above, Ross will soon provide more details about the raft up. Please let him know about your boat, captain and crew.

  We look forward to seeing you. Please pass the information about the Raft Up to anyone who wants to attend and let me know if you have any questions.

  Regards,

  Vilma Baez baez.vilma@gmail.com 

  Coordinator

  Registration price only covers charter costs. Additional costs such as food, pump-out, fuel, and slip fees will be shared by the crew.

  The charter boat is a catamaran with three 2-person cabins and three singles in salon (sleeping nine). You can check it out here.

  The club may switch to a 4-cabin catamaran if one becomes available, at which point you will have the option of changing your reservation.

  POC: Bay Commodore Sumeet C.

  PARTICIPANTS ARE ENCOURAGED TO JOIN THE BAY SKIPPER PROGRAM

  Flyer: Salty Sailors Memorial Day Raft Up 2024.pdf

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• 2024 MDRU DINNER EVENT REGISTRATION

  • When
    26 May 2024
  •  
    3:00 PM - 8:00 PM
  • Location
    Safe Harbor Marina in Oxford, MD
  • Spaces left
    19
  • Registered
    26 registrants

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  Dinner for the 2024 Memorial Day Raft Up (MDRU) will take place at the Safe Harbor Marina in Oxford, MD, from 3:00 pm to 6:00 pm Sunday 26 May 2024. . The cost is $22. Dinner will be catered by HOT OFF THE COALS BBQ.
  We look forward to seeing you at the event!

  Bring your own drinks (including alcoholic if desired)!

  Menu:

  MEATS - BBQ PULLED PORK, BBQ PULLED CHICKEN

  SIDES - BAKED BEANS, MACARONI & CHEESE, POTATO SALAD

  MISCELLANEOUS - RAW ONIONS, SWEET BBQ SAUCE, HORSERADISH - BRIOCHE ROLLS - CORNBREAD SALAS - CAESAR SALAD WITH CROUTONS AND DRESSING

  
  

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• ASA 101/103 Combined #2 @ Phillips School - Contemporary Education & OTW JBAB

  • Start
    29 May 2024
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  • End
    09 Jun 2024
  •  
  • Schedule
    6 sessions
  • Location
    Phillips School - Contemporary Education, Annandale, VA & On the Water JBAB
  • Spaces left
    0

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  ASA 101/103 Combined #2 [June]

  Never sailed before, or has it been a while? This is the course that will get you started!

  Upon completing this combined course, you can skipper a sloop-rigged keelboat of approximately 20 to 30 feet in length by day in light to moderate winds (up to 20 knots) and sea conditions.  

  Full Details

  Classroom: Phillips School - Contemporary Education, Activity Room, 7010 Braddock Rd., Annandale, VA  22003

  • 101 Classroom May 29 (6:00 PM to 8:30 PM)
  • 103 Classroom June 5 (6:00 PM to 8:30 PM)

  On-the-Water Location: Capital Cove Marina @ Joint Base Anacostia-Bolling
  

  • 101 OTW - June 1 & 2 (8:30 AM to 4:30 PM)
  • 103 OTW - June 8 & 9 (8:30 AM to 4:30 PM)

  PSC Members may use up to 2 FVSMs for this class. FVSMs are worth $25.00 each for this class. Please check the FVSM spreadsheet to ensure you have FVSM(s) available before choosing either of these pricing options.

  If you have questions - please get in touch with the Training Commodore at trainingcommodore@pentagonsailing.org.

  P.S. You must be a Pentagon Sailing Member to register for this course. If you are not a member, please head over to https://www.pentagonsailing.org/newmember to start your membership.

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• End of the month social sail BBQ - FREE for all members!

  • When
    29 May 2024
  •  
    7:00 PM - 9:00 PM
  • Location
    JBAB - Capital Cove Marina

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  On Wednesday May 29th we will hold a Social Hour after Wednesday Night Social Sail with FREE BBQ.

  Join us for an electrifying BBQ experience at the club! Indulge in sizzling meats, vibrant flavors, and lively beats as we fire up the grills and turn the night into a delicious celebration. Don't miss out on this mouthwatering fusion of food, fun, and festivities!

  Club provides Burgers, hot dogs, salad, chips, cookies, and refreshments!

  All you have to do is to register and show up!

  Please bring some camp chairs with you - seating is very limited to the picnic tables.

  See you all there!

  POC Membership Commodore

  
  

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• Close Quarter Maneuvering (ASA 118)

  • When
    01 Jun 2024
  •  
    9:00 AM - 5:00 PM
  • Location
    Waypoints Annapolis, 222 Severn Ave, Annapolis, MD 21403
  • Spaces left
    0

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  BAY TRAINING DAY SAIL - CLOSE QUARTER MANEUVERING (CQM)

  Boat Name: Sun Odyssey 389 - 39 North - 2018

  Skipper: TBD

  Purpose/Training: This class focuses on teaching students how to safely maneuver a sailboat under power in close quarters in various wind and sea conditions including docking/un-docking, line handling, use of spring lines, backing, turning and holding position in restricted water.  

  You can find the syllabus here.

  Prerequisites: ASA 101/103

  Certifications:
  ASA - ASA 118 (Docking Endorsement) certification awarded upon successful completion of CQM Session and a written test.
  PSC Bay Skipper - Two sails required to fulfill all CQM requirements in the D-CS qualification card.

  POC: baycommodore@pentagonsailing.org

  One FVSM may be used for this sail. If you are using an FVSM, select the Bay Training Day Sail with FVSM payment option. Please check the FVSM spreadsheet to make sure you have FVSM(s) available before choosing either of these pricing options.

  ·         When

  1 June 2024

  ·         9:00 AM - 5:00 PM

  ·         Location: Waypoints Annapolis, 222 Severn Ave, Annapolis, MD 21403 Google maps

  Participants are encouraged to join the Bay Skipper Program

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• Close Quarter Maneuvering (ASA 118)

  • When
    02 Jun 2024
  •  
    9:00 AM - 5:00 PM
  • Location
    Waypoints Annapolis, 222 Severn Ave, Annapolis, MD 21403
  • Spaces left
    0

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  BAY TRAINING DAY SAIL - CLOSE QUARTER MANEUVERING (CQM)

  Boat Name: Sun Odyssey 389 - 39 North - 2018

  Skipper: TBD

  Purpose/Training: This class focuses on teaching students how to safely maneuver a sailboat under power in close quarters in various wind and sea conditions including docking/un-docking, line handling, use of spring lines, backing, turning and holding position in restricted water.  

  You can find the syllabus here.

  Prerequisites: ASA 101/103

  Certifications:
  ASA - ASA 118 (Docking Endorsement) certification awarded upon successful completion of CQM Session and a written test.
  PSC Bay Skipper - Two sails required to fulfill all CQM requirements in the D-CS qualification card.

  POC: baycommodore@pentagonsailing.org

  One FVSM may be used for this sail. If you are using an FVSM, select the Bay Training Day Sail with FVSM payment option. Please check the FVSM spreadsheet to make sure you have FVSM(s) available before choosing either of these pricing options.

  ·         When

  1 June 2024

  ·         9:00 AM - 5:00 PM

  ·         Location: Waypoints Annapolis, 222 Severn Ave, Annapolis, MD 21403 Google maps

  Participants are encouraged to join the Bay Skipper Program

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• Advanced Coastal Cruising 4-Day Sail, ASA 106

  • Start
    14 Jun 2024
  •  
    10:00 AM
  • End
    17 Jun 2024
  •  
    5:00 PM
  • Location
    Dock F, Slip 2, Port Annapolis Marina, 7080 Bembe Beach Rd., Annapolis, MD 21403
  • Spaces left
    0
  • Registered
    4 registrants

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  Coastal Cruising 4-Day Training Sail 

  Boat Name: Adventurer (48' schooner)
  

  Slip: Dock F, Slip 2, Port Annapolis, 7074 Bembe Beach Road, Annapolis, MD 21403

  Skipper: Duncan Hood

  Purpose/Training: A 4-day long trip on the Chesapeake Bay.  This is a training sail designed for people want to achieve ASA 106 and be able to safely act as skipper and crew of a sailing vessel about 30 to 50 feet in length in coastal and inland waters, in any conditions.  People who wish to receive the ASA certification must have completed the prerequisite courses and time on the water prior to starting this sail.  There is a significant amount of planning required of students for this event.  Experienced instructor, Duncan Hood, will teach this class on his 48' Schooner Adventurer. Adventurer is a 1984 fore & aft staysail schooner manufactured by Cherubini Yachts in Riverside New Jersey.

  Check back soon for sail plan. Join waitlist if sail sells out. 

  Preference will be given to crew who are obtaining their first ASA 106 certification.

  Certifications:
  ASA 106 certification awarded upon successful completion of this sail and a written test. Pursuance of either certification is not a requirement of participating on this sail.

  Prerequisites for ASA 106: ASA 101, 103, 104, and 105.
  

  Locations:
  Start - Dock F, Slip 2 Port Annapolis, MD

  End - Port Annapolis, MD

  POC: Bay Commodore at baycommodore@pentagonsailing.org

  A maximum of 2 FVSMs may be used for this sail. If you are using an FVSM(s), select the applicable registration type with FVSM(s) option. Check the FVSM spreadsheet to make sure you have FVSM(s) available before choosing either of these pricing options.

  Registration cost includes charter fees, ASA 106 exam and certification fee.

  
  

  
  

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• Bay Night Sail #3

  • Start
    14 Jun 2024
  •  
    6:00 PM
  • End
    15 Jun 2024
  •  
    7:00 AM
  • Location
    Herrington Harbour North (HHN) 389 Deale Road, Tracey’s Landing, MD 20779, Dock R9
  • Spaces left
    0

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  Bay Night Sail #3

  • Location

  Herrington Harbour North (HHN) 389 Deale Road, Tracey’s Landing, MD 20779, Dock R9

  • Spaces left

  4

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  • Bay Night Sail – No cost

  Bay Night Sail

  Boat Name: Family Knot, Gemini 105MC 35’ Catamaran

  Skipper: David Kunselman

  Purpose/Training: This night sail on a member-owned sailboat is being offered to PSC members trying to gain night sailing experience required for the PSC Bay Skipper program.  We will get underway before sunset, sail all night, and return to slip after sunrise.  Training objectives include night navigation including interpretation of aids to navigation (ATONS). There is no charge for this training, but participants are asked to contribute for fuel expenses and to bring your own food and beverages.  Prerequisites: Completion of ASA 101 and 103. 

  POC: Bay Commodore at baycommodore@pentagonsailing.org

  Please consider joining the Bay Skipper Program

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• Racing - Summer Regatta

  • When
    15 Jun 2024
  •  
    8:30 AM - 5:00 PM
  • Location
    Capital Cove Marina, Joint Base Anacostia–Bolling, District of Columbia

  The Summer Regatta is the racing squadron's second weekend event of the year.  Expect multiple races throughout the day. This event is open to members of the PSC Racing Squadron; racers, please remember to sign up on the Racing Sign-Up Sheet.
  

  For more information, contact the Racing Commodore at racing@pentagonsailing.org.

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• ASA-104 Bareboat Cruising Certification

  • Start
    28 Jun 2024
  •  
    9:00 AM
  • End
    30 Jun 2024
  •  
    5:00 PM
  • Location
    Port Annapolis, Dock F, Slip 2, 7074 Bembe Beach Rd, Annapolis, MD 21403
  • Spaces left
    0

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  ASA 104 Bareboat Cruising Certification (a 3-day, 2-night sail)

  Boat:
  48' Schooner Adventurer

  Skipper:
  Duncan Hood

  This a unique opportunity to gain real sailing experience while earning ASA's 104 Bareboat Cruising certification. Experienced instructor, Duncan Hood, will teach this class on his 48' Schooner Adventurer. Adventurer is a 1984 fore & aft staysail schooner manufactured by Cherubini Yachts in Riverside New Jersey. Duncan has offered to host club members on his boat during this sail and provide ASA 104 training. This two-day, one-night trip will give you more than enough experience to demonstrate confidently all the required skills and knowledge covered by the ASA 104 course so that you can charter a boat.

  Your fee covers ASA certification and textbook. Food and drinks on board are the crew's responsibility. 

  Additional information on ASA 104:
  ASA 104, Bareboat Cruising Certification

  Prerequisites:
  ASA requires 101 and 103 certifications before taking the course and recommends a minimum of 80 on-the-water sailing hours.

  Locations:
  Start - Dock F, Slip 2 Port Annapolis, MD

  End - Port Annapolis, MD

  Itinerary: 
  Sail from Port Annapolis and return the next day.

  Notes:
  A maximum of 1 FVSM may be used for this sail. If you use an FVSM, select the applicable ASA 104 with the FVSM payment option. Please check the FVSM spreadsheet to ensure you have FVSM(s) available before choosing this pricing option.

  Questions:
  Email Bay Commodore

  PARTICIPANTS ARE ENCOURAGED TO JOIN THE BAY SKIPPER PROGRAM

  
  

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• Racing - Summer II Series

  • Start
    02 Jul 2024
  •  
  • End
    13 Aug 2024
  •  
  • Schedule
    7 sessions
  • Location
    Capital Cove Marina

  These races are part of the KISS Summer II Series.

  The event is open to members of the PSC Racing Squadron.  Racing Squadron members, remember to sign up on the Racing Sign-Up Sheet.

  For more information, contact the Racing Commodore at racing@pentagonsailing.org.

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• Racing - Three Bridges Fiasco

  • When
    13 Jul 2024
  •  
    8:30 AM - 5:00 PM
  • Location
    Capital Cove Marina

  The Three Bridges Fiasco is a longer mid-summer race with some "flexibility" in how you sail the course.  Start in either direction and take the marks in any order you choose.  The pursuit-style start allows boats to be scored in finishing order.  In case of light winds, the course will revert to a Two Bridges Course.
  

  This event is open to members of the PSC Racing Squadron; racers, remember to sign up on the Racing Sign-Up Sheet.

  For more information, contact the Racing Commodore at racing@pentagonsailing.org.

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• ASA 101/103 Combined #3 @ Phillips School - Contemporary Education & OTW JBAB

  • Start
    17 Jul 2024
  •  
  • End
    28 Jul 2024
  •  
  • Schedule
    6 sessions
  • Location
    Phillips School - Contemporary Education, Annandale, VA & On the Water JBAB
  • Spaces left
    1

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  ASA 101/103 Combined #3 [July]

  Never sailed before, or has it been a while? This is the course that will get you started!

  Upon completing this combined course, you can skipper a sloop-rigged keelboat of approximately 20 to 30 feet in length by day in light to moderate winds (up to 20 knots) and sea conditions.  

  Full Details

  Classroom: Phillips School - Contemporary Education, Activity Room, 7010 Braddock Rd., Annandale, VA  22003

  • 101 Classroom July 17 (6:00 PM to 8:30 PM)
  • 103 Classroom July 24 (6:00 PM to 8:30 PM)

  On-the-Water Location: Capital Cove Marina @ Joint Base Anacostia-Bolling
  

  • 101 OTW - July 20 & 21 (8:30 AM to 4:30 PM)
  • 103 OTW - July 27 & 28 (8:30 AM to 4:30 PM)

  PSC Members may use up to 2 FVSMs for this class. FVSMs are worth $25.00 each for this class. Please check the FVSM spreadsheet to ensure you have FVSM(s) available before choosing either of these pricing options.

  If you have questions - please get in touch with the Training Commodore at trainingcommodore@pentagonsailing.org.

  P.S. You must be a Pentagon Sailing Member to register for this course. If you are not a member, please head over to https://www.pentagonsailing.org/newmember to start your membership.

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• Bay Night Sail #4

  • Start
    19 Jul 2024
  •  
    6:00 PM
  • End
    20 Jul 2024
  •  
    7:00 AM
  • Location
    Herrington Harbour North (HHN) 389 Deale Road, Tracey’s Landing, MD 20779, Dock R9
  • Spaces left
    0

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  Bay Night Sail #4

  • Location

  Herrington Harbour North (HHN) 389 Deale Road, Tracey’s Landing, MD 20779, Dock R9

  • Spaces left

  4

  REGISTRATION

  • Bay Night Sail – No cost

  Bay Night Sail

  Boat Name: Family Knot, Gemini 105MC 35’ Catamaran

  Skipper: David Kunselman

  Purpose/Training: This night sail on a member-owned sailboat is being offered to PSC members trying to gain night sailing experience required for the PSC Bay Skipper program.  We will get underway before sunset, sail all night, and return to slip after sunrise.  Training objectives include night navigation including interpretation of aids to navigation (ATONS). There is no charge for this training, but participants are asked to contribute for fuel expenses and to bring your own food and beverages.  Prerequisites: Completion of ASA 101 and 103. 

  POC: Bay Commodore at baycommodore@pentagonsailing.org

  Please consider joining the Bay Skipper Program

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• ASA-104 Bareboat Cruising Certification

  • Start
    04 Aug 2024
  •  
    8:30 AM
  • End
    07 Aug 2024
  •  
    5:00 PM
  • Location
    Capital Yacht Club in DC
  • Spaces left
    0

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  ASA 104 Bareboat Cruising Certification (a 4-day, 3-night sail)

  Boat:
  Beneteau 393, Blown Away
  

  Skipper:
  Mike Moreau

  This a unique opportunity to gain real sailing experience while earning ASA's 104 Bareboat Cruising certification. Club member Mike Moreau and his wife have reserved a slip in Rock Hall for the Pirates and Wenches Festival, 8 - 12 August. They are looking for crew to move their Beneteau 393, Blown Away, from their slip at the Capital Yacht Club in DC to Annapolis from 4 -7 August, and are willing to do it as an ASA 104 opportunity. This four-day, three-night trip will give you more than enough experience to demonstrate confidently all the required skills and knowledge covered by the ASA 104 course so that you can charter a boat.

  The boat will have two available cabins and can accommodate two students/couples each direction. The owners will drop off and pick up the candidates in Annapolis.

  Crew will be planning menus and preparing those meals; breakfast, lunch, and dinner.

  Your fee covers ASA certification and textbook. Food, drinks on board and ground transportation are the crew's responsibility.  

  Additional information on ASA 104:
  ASA 104, Bareboat Cruising Certification

  Prerequisites:
  ASA requires 101 and 103 certifications before taking the course and recommends a minimum of 80 on-the-water sailing hours.  Experienced crew  who have actively pursued developing their sailing skills post 101/103 are desirable.  You are expected to be proficient in ASA 101/103.

  Locations:
  Start - Capital Yacht Club in DC

  End - Annapolis

  Notes:
  A maximum of 1 FVSM may be used for this sail. If you use an FVSM, select the applicable ASA 104 with the FVSM payment option. Please check the FVSM spreadsheet to ensure you have FVSM(s) available before choosing this pricing option.

  Questions:
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• ASA-104 Bareboat Cruising Certification

  • Start
    13 Aug 2024
  •  
    8:30 AM
  • End
    16 Aug 2024
  •  
    5:00 PM
  • Location
    Annapolis, MD
  • Spaces left
    0

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  ASA 104 Bareboat Cruising Certification (a 4-day, 3-night sail)

  Boat:
  Beneteau 393, Blown Away
  

  Skipper:
  Mike Moreau

  This a unique opportunity to gain real sailing experience while earning ASA's 104 Bareboat Cruising certification. Club member Mike Moreau and his wife have reserved a slip in Rock Hall for the Pirates and Wenches Festival, 8 - 12 August. They are looking for crew to move their Beneteau 393, Blown Away, from Annapolis to their slip at the Capital Yacht Club in DC  from 13 -16 August, and are willing to do it as an ASA 104 opportunity. This four-day, three-night trip will give you more than enough experience to demonstrate confidently all the required skills and knowledge covered by the ASA 104 course so that you can charter a boat.

  The boat will have two available cabins and can accommodate two students/couples each direction. The owners will drop off and pick up the candidates in Annapolis.

  Crew will be planning menus and preparing those meals; breakfast, lunch, and dinner.

  Your fee covers ASA certification and textbook. Food, drinks on board and ground transportation are the crew's responsibility.  

  Additional information on ASA 104:
  ASA 104, Bareboat Cruising Certification

  Prerequisites:
  ASA requires 101 and 103 certifications before taking the course and recommends a minimum of 80 on-the-water sailing hours.  Experienced crew  who have actively pursued developing their sailing skills post 101/103 are desirable.  You are expected to be proficient in ASA 101/103.

  Locations:
  Start - Annapolis 

  End - Capital Yacht Club in DC

  Notes:
  A maximum of 1 FVSM may be used for this sail. If you use an FVSM, select the applicable ASA 104 with the FVSM payment option. Please check the FVSM spreadsheet to ensure you have FVSM(s) available before choosing this pricing option.

  Questions:
  Email Bay Commodore

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• Racing - Fall Series

  • Start
    20 Aug 2024
  •  
  • End
    17 Sep 2024
  •  
  • Schedule
    5 sessions
  • Location
    Capital Cove Marina

  These races are part of the KISS Fall Series, and are open to members of the PSC Racing Squadron.  Racing Squadron members, remember to sign up on the Racing Sign-Up Sheet.

  The last race of the series will be followed by DISC's annual chili cook-off.

  For more information, contact the Racing Commodore at racing@pentagonsailing.org.

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• Racing - ODBC Foundation Regatta

  • When
    24 Aug 2024
  •  
    8:00 AM - 5:00 PM
  • Location
    Capital Cove Marina

  **Event is tentative**

  This charitable fundraiser is sponsored by the Old Dominion Boat Club and supports both the Leukemia and Lymphoma Society and the ODBC Foundation.  We'll rally at Capital Cove Marina at 8:00 am.  The regatta is followed by an awards ceremony, silent auction, and BBQ cookout at the Washington Sailing Marina.  Event details can be found at www.olddominionboatclub.com.

  Since its inception, the Leukemia Cup as raised millions of dollars for lifesaving research and patient services, bringing help and hope to patients and their families.

  The Old Dominion Boat Club Foundation was established to carry out the philanthropic goals of the Old Dominion Boat Club and to promote community service, charitable, educational, and water-related activities.

  If you're interested in participating, please contact the Racing Commodore at racing@pentagonsailing.org for further details.  Current Racing Squadron members should sign up at Racing Sign-Up Sheet.

  
  

  
  

  
  

  If you're interested in participating, please contact the Racing Commodore at racing@pentagonsailing.org for further details.  Current Racing Squadron members should sign up at Racing Sign-Up Sheet.

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• Advanced Coastal Cruising 4-Day Sail, ASA 106

  • Start
    06 Sep 2024
  •  
    10:00 AM
  • End
    09 Sep 2024
  •  
    5:00 PM
  • Location
    Dock F, Slip 2, Port Annapolis Marina, 7080 Bembe Beach Rd., Annapolis, MD 21403
  • Spaces left
    0
  • Registered
    5 registrants

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  Coastal Cruising 4-Day Training Sail 

  Boat Name: Adventurer (48' schooner)
  

  Slip: Dock F, Slip 2, Port Annapolis, 7074 Bembe Beach Road, Annapolis, MD 21403

  Skipper: Duncan Hood

  Purpose/Training: A 4-day long trip on the Chesapeake Bay.  This is a training sail designed for people want to achieve ASA 106 and be able to safely act as skipper and crew of a sailing vessel about 30 to 50 feet in length in coastal and inland waters, in any conditions.  People who wish to receive the ASA certification must have completed the prerequisite courses and time on the water prior to starting this sail.  There is a significant amount of planning required of students for this event.  Experienced instructor, Duncan Hood, will teach this class on his 48' Schooner Adventurer. Adventurer is a 1984 fore & aft staysail schooner manufactured by Cherubini Yachts in Riverside New Jersey.

  Check back soon for sail plan. Join waitlist if sail sells out. 

  Preference will be given to crew who are obtaining their first ASA 106 certification.

  Certifications:
  ASA 106 certification awarded upon successful completion of this sail and a written test. Pursuance of either certification is not a requirement of participating on this sail.

  Prerequisites for ASA 106: ASA 101, 103, 104, and 105.
  

  Locations:
  Start - Dock F, Slip 2 Port Annapolis, MD

  End - Port Annapolis, MD

  POC: Bay Commodore at baycommodore@pentagonsailing.org

  A maximum of 2 FVSMs may be used for this sail. If you are using an FVSM(s), select the applicable registration type with FVSM(s) option. Check the FVSM spreadsheet to make sure you have FVSM(s) available before choosing either of these pricing options.

  Registration cost includes charter fees, ASA 106 exam and certification fee.

  
  

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• Bay Night Sail #5

  • Start
    06 Sep 2024
  •  
    6:00 PM
  • End
    07 Sep 2024
  •  
    7:00 AM
  • Location
    Herrington Harbour North (HHN) 389 Deale Road, Tracey’s Landing, MD 20779, Dock R9
  • Spaces left
    0

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  Bay Night Sail #5

  • Location

  Herrington Harbour North (HHN) 389 Deale Road, Tracey’s Landing, MD 20779, Dock R9

  • Spaces left

  4

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  • Bay Night Sail – No cost

  Bay Night Sail

  Boat Name: Family Knot, Gemini 105MC 35’ Catamaran

  Skipper: David Kunselman

  Purpose/Training: This night sail on a member-owned sailboat is being offered to PSC members trying to gain night sailing experience required for the PSC Bay Skipper program.  We will get underway before sunset, sail all night, and return to slip after sunrise.  Training objectives include night navigation including interpretation of aids to navigation (ATONS). There is no charge for this training, but participants are asked to contribute for fuel expenses and to bring your own food and beverages.  Prerequisites: Completion of ASA 101 and 103. 

  POC: Bay Commodore at baycommodore@pentagonsailing.org

  Please consider joining the Bay Skipper Program

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• ASA 101/103 Combined #4 @ Phillips School - Contemporary Education & OTW JBAB

  • Start
    11 Sep 2024
  •  
  • End
    22 Sep 2024
  •  
  • Schedule
    6 sessions
  • Location
    Phillips School - Contemporary Education, Annandale, VA & On the Water JBAB
  • Spaces left
    11

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  ASA 101/103 Combined #4 [September]

  Never sailed before, or has it been a while? This is the course that will get you started!

  Upon completing this combined course, you can skipper a sloop-rigged keelboat of approximately 20 to 30 feet in length by day in light to moderate winds (up to 20 knots) and sea conditions.  

  Full Details

  Classroom: Phillips School - Contemporary Education, Activity Room, 7010 Braddock Rd., Annandale, VA  22003

  • 101 Classroom Sept. 11 (6:00 PM to 8:30 PM)
  • 103 Classroom Sept. 18 (6:00 PM to 8:30 PM)

  On-the-Water Location: Capital Cove Marina @ Joint Base Anacostia-Bolling
  

  • 101 OTW - Sept. 14 & 15 (8:30 AM to 4:30 PM)
  • 103 OTW - Sept. 21 & 22 (8:30 AM to 4:30 PM)

  PSC Members may use up to 2 FVSMs for this class. FVSMs are worth $25.00 each for this class. Please check the FVSM spreadsheet to ensure you have FVSM(s) available before choosing either of these pricing options.

  If you have questions - please get in touch with the Training Commodore at trainingcommodore@pentagonsailing.org.

  P.S. You must be a Pentagon Sailing Member to register for this course. If you are not a member, please head over to https://www.pentagonsailing.org/newmember to start your membership.

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• ASA 204 - IQC Instructor Training for Bareboat Cruising

  • Start
    13 Sep 2024
  •  
    9:00 AM
  • End
    15 Sep 2024
  •  
    5:00 PM
  • Location
    Port Annapolis, Dock F, Slip 2, 7074 Bembe Beach Rd, Annapolis, MD 21403
  • Spaces left
    0

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  ASA 204 - IQC Instructor Training for Bareboat Cruising

  Boat:
  48' Schooner Adventurer

  Skipper:
  Duncan Hood

  This a unique opportunity to gain real sailing experience while earning ASA's 204 Bareboat Cruising certification. Experienced instructor, Duncan Hood, will teach this class on his 48' Schooner Adventurer. Adventurer is a 1984 fore & aft staysail schooner manufactured by Cherubini Yachts in Riverside New Jersey. Duncan has offered to host club members on his boat during this sail and provide ASA 204 training. This two-day, one-night trip will give you more than enough experience to demonstrate confidently all the required skills and knowledge covered by the ASA 204 course so that you can charter a boat.

  Your fee covers ASA exam and certification. Food and drinks on board are the crew's responsibility. 

  Additional information on ASA 104:
  ASA 104, Bareboat Cruising Certification

  Prerequisites:
  ASA requires 104 certification before taking the course and recommends a minimum of 80 on-the-water sailing hours.

  Locations:
  Start - Dock F, Slip 2 Port Annapolis, MD

  End - Port Annapolis, MD

  Itinerary: 
  Sail from Port Annapolis and return to the same location.

  Notes:
  A maximum of 1 FVSM may be used for this sail. If you use an FVSM, select the applicable ASA 204 with the FVSM payment option. Please check the FVSM spreadsheet to ensure you have FVSM(s) available before choosing this pricing option.

  Questions:
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• Racing - Mount Vernon Boomerang

  • When
    14 Sep 2024
  •  
    8:30 AM - 5:00 PM
  • Location
    Capital Cove Marina

  The Mount Vernon Boomerang will begin just south of the Wilson Bridge and round a mark just off Mount Vernon.  This is a longer race, and a great opportunity to see some scenery further from our usual venue.

  This event is open to members of the PSC Racing Squadron; racers, remember to sign up on the Racing Sign-Up Sheet.

  For more information, contact the Racing Commodore at racing@pentagonsailing.org.

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• ASA 206 - Advanced Coastal Cruising Instructor

  • Start
    20 Sep 2024
  • End
    23 Sep 2024
  • Location
    Dock F, Slip 2, Port Annapolis Marina, 7080 Bembe Beach Rd., Annapolis, MD 21403
  • Spaces left
    1
  • Registered
    4 registrants

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  PSC offers ASA 106/206, Advanced Coastal Cruising course on Adventurer with Duncan Hood

  
  

  PSC will be offering an ASA 206 class on Duncan Hood's 48' Cherubini schooner, “Adventurer.” This will be a 4 day live-aboard class which, among other exercises, will include the following:

  
  

  •        Night time navigation without electronics

  •        Anchoring

  •        Live MOB rescue, swimmer and non-swimmer assisted

  •        Adverse weather preparation

  •        Menu planning & Meal preparation

  •        Docking in different marinas & configurations

  •        Piloting & plotting

  •        Electronic navigation with chartplotter, radar and autopilot

  •        Spinnaker (weather permitting)

  
  

  The purpose behind ASA 206 certification is to train students and give them experience sailing a vessel between 30 and 50 feet in length on coastal and inland waters in varied conditions. This is meant to include mechanical problems that may come up, adverse weather conditions, emergency situations, and a single night sail. In this instructor training course (206) we will attempt to address these four areas.

  All exercises are based on ASA 206 requirements as stated in the ASA logbook for that level.

  Attending ASA 206 instructors are expected to have completed ASA 204/205 (Bareboat chartering/Coastal navigation), hold valid USGC Captain's licenses (if receiving consideration/compensation for teaching), and to have held these ratings for one year or more.

  1 FVSM may be used for this course.  Please verify you have available FVSM before registering at this rate.

  This is always a fun and challenging class. Join us!

  
  

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• ASA-104 Bareboat Cruising Certification

  • Start
    27 Sep 2024
  •  
    9:00 AM
  • End
    29 Sep 2024
  •  
    5:00 PM
  • Location
    Port Annapolis, Dock F, Slip 2, 7074 Bembe Beach Rd, Annapolis, MD 21403
  • Spaces left
    0

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  ASA 104 Bareboat Cruising Certification (a 3-day, 2-night sail)

  Boat:
  48' Schooner Adventurer

  Skipper:
  Duncan Hood

  This a unique opportunity to gain real sailing experience while earning ASA's 104 Bareboat Cruising certification. Experienced instructor, Duncan Hood, will teach this class on his 48' Schooner Adventurer. Adventurer is a 1984 fore & aft staysail schooner manufactured by Cherubini Yachts in Riverside New Jersey. Duncan has offered to host club members on his boat during this sail and provide ASA 104 training. This three-day, two-night trip will give you more than enough experience to demonstrate confidently all the required skills and knowledge covered by the ASA 104 course so that you can charter a boat.

  Your fee covers ASA certification and textbook. Food and drinks on board are the crew's responsibility. 

  Additional information on ASA 104:
  ASA 104, Bareboat Cruising Certification

  Prerequisites:
  ASA requires 101 and 103 certifications before taking the course and recommends a minimum of 80 on-the-water sailing hours.

  Locations:
  Start - Dock F, Slip 2 Port Annapolis, MD

  End - Port Annapolis, MD

  Itinerary: 
  Sail from Port Annapolis and return the next day.

  Notes:
  A maximum of 1 FVSM may be used for this sail. If you use an FVSM, select the applicable ASA 104 with the FVSM payment option. Please check the FVSM spreadsheet to ensure you have FVSM(s) available before choosing this pricing option.

  Questions:
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• Racing - Fall High Point - Three Bridges

  • When
    05 Oct 2024
  •  
    8:30 AM - 5:00 PM
  • Location
    Capital Cove Marina

  This is a longer race, on either a two or three bridges course.  Expect to begin at N4 and race to the Wilson Bridge, South Capitol Street Bridge on the Anacostia River, and 14th Street Bridge on the Potomac branch.

  This event is open to members of the PSC Racing Squadron; racers, remember to sign up on the Racing Sign-Up Sheet.

  For more information, contact the Racing Commodore at racing@pentagonsailing.org.

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• ASA 118/218 Docking Instructor

  • When
    12 Oct 2024
  •  
    9:00 AM - 5:00 PM
  • Location
    Port Annapolis Marina, 7080 Bembe Beach Rd, Annapolis, MD 21403
  • Spaces left
    1

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  ASA 118/218 Docking Instructor 

  Boat Name: Sun Odyssey 389 - 39 North

  Skipper: Duncan Hood

  Purpose/Training: Certify instructors for teaching/evaluating ASA 118 Close Quarter Maneuvering (CQM) and offering ASA 118 for those who do not wish to complete ASA 218. This course is designed to teach basic docking skills for boats with single inboard or outboard engines. It covers the basic theory and hands-on techniques needed to dock and undock boats in an efficient manner and without damage or injury.

  If there are spaces left, members may participate in this sail as a Close Quarter Maneuvering (CQM) sail to fulfill training requirements for the PSC Bay Skipper. Priority will be given to ASA 218 candidates.

  Prerequisites for ASA 218: ASA 201 and 203, three years of sailing experience.

  Certification:

  ASA - Successful completion of the course and the written exam satisfies all requirements for both -218 and -118 (for those who do not have -118, already).

  POC: Bay Commodore

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• ASA 101/103 Combined #5 @ Phillips School - Contemporary Education & OTW JBAB

  • Start
    16 Oct 2024
  •  
  • End
    27 Oct 2024
  •  
  • Schedule
    6 sessions
  • Location
    Phillips School - Contemporary Education, Annandale, VA & On the Water JBAB
  • Spaces left
    12

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  ASA 101/103 Combined #5 [October]

  Never sailed before, or has it been a while? This is the course that will get you started!

  Upon completing this combined course, you can skipper a sloop-rigged keelboat of approximately 20 to 30 feet in length by day in light to moderate winds (up to 20 knots) and sea conditions.  

  Full Details

  Classroom: Phillips School - Contemporary Education, Activity Room, 7010 Braddock Rd., Annandale, VA  22003

  • 101 Classroom Oct. 16 (6:00 PM to 8:30 PM)
  • 103 Classroom Oct. 23 (6:00 PM to 8:30 PM)

  On-the-Water Location: Capital Cove Marina @ Joint Base Anacostia-Bolling
  

  • 101 OTW - Oct. 19 & 20 (8:30 AM to 4:30 PM)
  • 103 OTW - Oct. 26 & 27 (8:30 AM to 4:30 PM

  PSC Members may use up to 2 FVSMs for this class. FVSMs are worth $25.00 each for this class. Please check the FVSM spreadsheet to ensure you have FVSM(s) available before choosing either of these pricing options.

  If you have questions - please get in touch with the Training Commodore at trainingcommodore@pentagonsailing.org.

  P.S. You must be a Pentagon Sailing Member to register for this course. If you are not a member, please head over to https://www.pentagonsailing.org/newmember to start your membership.

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• Racing - Fall High Point - Mount Vernon

  • When
    19 Oct 2024
  •  
    8:30 AM - 5:00 PM
  • Location
    Capital Cove Marina, Joint Base Anacostia–Bolling, District of Columbia

  The Mount Vernon Chase is a pursuit-style race.  Each boat will be given an individual start time, based on PHRF.  Boats will be scored in the order in which they cross the finish line, rather than having times corrected afterwards.  This is a longer race, and it's a great opportunity to enjoy the fall colors and see some scenery further from our usual venue.

  This event is open to members of the PSC Racing Squadron; racers, remember to sign up on the Racing Sign-Up Sheet.  For more information, contact the Racing Commodore at racing@pentagonsailing.org.

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• Racing - Fall High Point - Frostbite Regatta

  • When
    26 Oct 2024
  •  
    8:30 AM - 5:00 PM
  • Location
    Capital Cove Marina

  The Frostbite Regatta is the racing squadron's last on-the-water event of the year.  We'll pull any remaining boats out of the water and winterize them immediately following the race.

  This event is open to members of the PSC Racing Squadron; racers, remember to sign up on the Racing Sign-Up Sheet.

  For more information, contact the Racing Commodore at racing@pentagonsailing.org.

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• Racing - DISC Awards Party

  • When
    03 Dec 2024
  •  
    6:00 PM - 8:30 PM
  • Location
    Murphy's Grand Irish Pub, 713 King St, Alexandria, Virginia

  Finish the year's racing season with the DISC Awards Ceremony!  Enjoy Murphy's delicious buffet and each other's company as we collect a few trophies from a year of hard competition!

  The event is open to members of the PSC Racing Squadron and a guest.  Remember to sign up on the Racing Sign-Up Sheet to let the team know you'll be there.

  For more information, contact the Racing Commodore at racing@pentagonsailing.org.

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