Vets on the Bay

Provides recreational opportunities for wounded services members returning from Iraq and Afghanistan. See the project website for details.

Operation Enduring Wind

A project targeted to upgrade small sailboats and sailboards used for recreational sailing in MWR programs supporting our troops engaged in Operation Enduring Freedom. The project expanded to include military bases in the U.S. and around the world.

Community Sailing Programs

USNSA provides financial support to branches offering sailing camps for children, adult sailing education and outreach programs for inner city youths.

Awareness of Navy Sailing

The campaign uses many venues to inform the public about the value of Sail Training programs: to develop leadership, to promote team building and competitive spirit, to develop a seaman’s eye and to discover a life long connection to the sea.

All Services Single-handed Championship

Provides opportunities for military members to compete in a national regatta. The winner of this Navy Sailing sponsored regatta goes on to participate in the national championships.

Luder Yawls Preservation

This project is an attempt to preserve a presence of past large Navy Sail Training Craft sailing on the Chesapeake Bay. There are three Luder Yawls currently located on the Bay — two being used by the Navy Patuxent Sailing Club and a third, Intrepid, at the Naval Support Activity Annapolis. If an individual or corporate sponsor can be found, the project will restore and operate Intrepid as a historic Navy vessel. The estimated restoration cost is $25,000. Estimated operating costs are $10,000 - $15,000 per year. Any funds not needed for restoration of Intrepid would be used for other Sail Training Craft, as needed.

NROTC & NJROTC Sailing

These programs provide financial and technical support for sailing competitions that build experience, confidence and integrity for future navy personnel.

Be Part of Navy Sailing

You, too, can Be A Part of Navy Sailing by participating in these and other projects. We need your ideas, your time as a volunteer, and your financial assistance to keep these projects going. We are making a difference! Join us and Be Part of Navy Sailing.