RECREATIONAL SAILING PROGRAM

Baltimore's Inner Harbor is ideal for day sailing. On most summer afternoons the city generates its own breeze on the harbor while protecting it from waves or rough seas. For a little more wind, you can explore beyond Ft. McHenry to the Key Bridge. All Downtown Sailing Center (DSC) members (except social) can enjoy several weekly recreational sails from late April through the end of October.

Wednesday Night Membership Sail

This is the most popular weekly member event. Skippers and crews meet on the docks at 5:30 pm. Crew members and skippers are assigned to boats by DSC dock masters and then set off sailing until dusk. The J/22s and Sonars fill first. Crew are then assigned to other boats, including Impulses and, possibly, a few cruisers. Access 10 dinghies are also available for those who have attended an orientation to sailing the dinghies.

Wednesday sails are a great way to enjoy a relaxing evening on the water. But relaxing doesn't mean lazy! You will rotate through the various positions to gain experience and build your skills. Everyone will get a chance at the tiller. If the skipper doesn't ask you to take the tiller, you should be asking the skipper!

Sunday Membership Sail

This is a bi-monthly member event. DSC skippers and crew meet on the docks at noon and sail on select Sunday afternoons. Be on time as this is a very popular sail! Check the calendar for Sunday membership sail dates.

Friday Social

On one Friday each month from May through October, the DSC hosts a party with open sailing, food and drink. Members arrive on the docks around 5:30 and fill up the sailboats for a stress-busting cruise around the Inner Harbor, followed by a party under the pavilion. Friday socials are potlucks, with the DSC providing the main courses and beverages and members providing sides, salads and desserts. All members are invited to the Friday socials. Check the calendar for Friday social dates.

Boat Reservations

Skipper members can reserve a boat through the DSC's online boat reservation system. Bring your friends and family for a wonderful sail in the Inner Harbor on a Sunday afternoon. Being a skipper gives you the freedom to sail whenever you want!

The Downtown Sailing Center is a 501(c) (3) nonprofit community sailing center.
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