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    • 27 Feb 2023
    • 31 Dec 2023
    • Capital Cove Marina Joint Base Anacostia & Boling

    Pentagon Sailing Club River Maintenance Team

    Join the PSC River Maintenance Team and help maintain the boats prior to splash day and throughout the season..

    This is not the Splash Day sign up.  To sign up for splash day on March 25 click here PSC Boat Commissioning: Saturday, 25 March 2023

    We have a great team of boat captains experienced in repairing our fleet of 4 Capri 22 Sailboats and they will be there to guide the work on their boats.

    Thomas Brooks,  Peregrine

    Skip Wallace,  Aguila, and Outboard Motors

    Pat Moran, Falcon

    Lauren Sucher,  Raptor

    In addition to Launching, Laying-Up, and prepping the  boats to sail,

    We have several interesting projects this year!

    1) Commissioning a new Capri 22 (Raptor) May-June

    2) Patching a Keel Crack on Falcon March

    3) Upgrading our fleets Navigation Lights to LED March

    4) Integrating Foldable Solar Panels and Chargers to charge batteries and handheld radios. March-April

    5)  If you're not a born maintenance person we still need help setting up events and supporting the work teams,

    So if you're interested in learning how to maintain and repair sailboats or just want to volunteer and keep our boats in the water and available all season, please follow the link to the sign-up form and let us know what you would like to work on.


    Sign up for River Maintenance Team with this Link,

    https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSf2XJ14yIIMHx8S1-QJ60jnl7b2Ux_Zmy9_q3yOB2o7cQUwPw/viewform?usp=sf_link


    The work will start in early March before the launch and continues at a slower rate the entire season until the boats are pulled out in early November.  Depending on your interests, the Boat Captains will contact you to set up an agreed-upon work time.  Most of the work will be completed at Capital Cove Marina located at JBAB.



    • 15 Jun 2023
    • 05 Oct 2023
    • 10 sessions
    • Capital Cove Marina, JBAB
    Register

    Welcome to all PSC women! 

    This is a great new opportunity to get on the water  and sail in a fun, supportive, learning environment!

    The Sailing Program:
    Starts: May 25 - October 5 (5 months of sailing!)

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

    Times: Monthly on Thursday evenings at 1730 and Saturday mornings at 0900.  Depending on demand we will rotate to ensure everyone gets time on the water.

    Cost: $40 to cover the cost of the season (10 sail dates with 3 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.

    We are very excited to offer this amazing new program to create a community of women supporting each other through sailing!

    Happy Sailing!

    Joanne Spahn
    Julie Day
    Sue Neimeth
    Toni Tucker

    • 22 Aug 2023
    • 26 Sep 2023
    • 6 sessions
    • 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.

    • 20 Sep 2023
    • 01 Oct 2023
    • 6 sessions
    • American Legion Post 176 & On the Water JBAB
    • 0
    Join waitlist

    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

    $900 Current Members:

    • 1 Course Registration

    $970 New Single Member:

    • 1 Course Registration
    • 1 Year Single PSC Membership

    $990 New Family Bundle:

    • 1 Course Registration
    • one year Family PSC Membership
    • $900 for Additional course registrations

    Classroom: American Legion Post 176, 6520 Amherst Ave., Springfield, VA 22150

    • 101 Classroom Sept 20 (6:00 PM to 8:30 PM)
    • 103 Classroom Sept 27 (6:00 PM to 8:30 PM)

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

    • 101 OTW - Sept 23 & 24 (8:30 AM to 4:30 PM)
    • 103 OTW - Sept 30 & Oct 1 (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.

    Have questions - please get in touch with Training Commodore at trainingcommodore@pentagonsailing.org.

    • 27 Sep 2023
    • 4:30 PM - 8:00 PM
    • JBAB - Capital Cove Marina
    Register

    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 start departing the docks at 4:30 PM and every half hour after (or whenever 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!

    We hope to see you out on the water!

    ______________________________________________________________

    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



    • 29 Sep 2023
    • 6:00 PM
    • 30 Sep 2023
    • 7:00 AM
    • Herrington Harbour North (HHN) 389 Deale Road, Tracey’s Landing, MD 20779, Dock R9
    • 0
    Join waitlist

    Bay Night Sail #4

    • When

    29 Sep 2023 6:00 PM to 30 Sep 2023 7:00 AM

    • 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: Bill Diehl at baycommodore@pentagonsailing.org

    • 01 Oct 2023
    • 2:00 PM - 6:00 PM
    • Columbia Island Marina Restaurant Alexandria, VA
    • 52
    Register


    PSC Oktoberfest 2023

    Oktoberfest Celebration on Sunday October 1st.

    Outside under a patio at Columbia Island Marina

    Buffet-style Oktoberfest dinner

    Adult Games

    Kids Games

    MEMBER PRICES

    This event is designed to be Family Friendly.  Reduced pricing for groups.  Event held outdoor with games and a Kids Corner.

    Family                               $40

    Family with FVSM          $30

    Individual                        $25

    Individual with FVSM    $15

    PSC Members signing up for family pricing are allowed to bring children they live with and family members that are included in their PSC member profile.  

    Please sign up for the Oktoberfest at pentagonsailing.org

    Please sign up by September 22nd

    Columbia Island Marina is in Arlington on the Potomac river near the Pentagon North Parking Lot.


    • 04 Oct 2023
    • 4:30 PM - 8:00 PM
    • JBAB - Capital Cove Marina
    Register

    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 start departing the docks at 4:30 PM and every half hour after (or whenever a skipper has a boat full of people). The last boat will depart at 5:30. 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!

    We hope to see you out on the water!

    ______________________________________________________________

    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



    • 07 Oct 2023
    • 8:30 AM - 5:00 PM
    • 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.

    • 11 Oct 2023
    • 22 Oct 2023
    • 6 sessions
    • American Legion Post 176 & On the Water JBAB
    • 0
    Join waitlist

    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

    $900 Current Members:

    • 1 Course Registration

    $970 New Single Member:

    • 1 Course Registration
    • 1 Year Single PSC Membership

    $990 New Family Bundle:

    • 1 Course Registration
    • one year Family PSC Membership
    • $900 for Additional course registrations

    Classroom: American Legion Post 176, 6520 Amherst Ave., Springfield, VA 22150

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

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

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

    Have questions - please get in touch with Training Commodore at trainingcommodore@pentagonsailing.org.

    • 21 Oct 2023
    • 8:30 AM - 5:00 PM
    • 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.

    • 23 Oct 2023
    • 6:00 PM - 8:00 PM
    • Rhodeside Grill, Arlington, VA
    Monthly Membership social meetings are held the third Monday of every month (3rd Tuesday, when Monday is a holiday).  The Club is now requesting registration for meetings.  


    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.

    • 28 Oct 2023
    • 8:30 AM - 5:00 PM
    • 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.

    • 20 Nov 2023
    • 6:00 PM - 8:00 PM
    • Rhodeside Grill, Arlington, VA
    Monthly Membership social meetings are held the third Monday of every month (3rd Tuesday, when Monday is a holiday), except in December when the annual Holiday Party & Awards Dinner takes the place of the regular social meeting. 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.

    • 01 Dec 2023
    • 31 Dec 2023

    Pentagon Sailing Club River Maintenance Team

    Join the PSC River Maintenance Team and help maintain the boats prior to splash day and throughout the season..

    This is not the Splash Day sign up.  To sign up for splash day on March 25 click here PSC Boat Commissioning: Saturday, 25 March 2023

    We have a great team of boat captains experienced in repairing our fleet of 4 Capri 22 Sailboats and they will be there to guide the work on their boats.

    Thomas Brooks,  Peregrine

    Skip Wallace,  Aguila, and Outboard Motors

    Pat Moran, Falcon

    Lauren Sucher,  Raptor

    In addition to Launching, Laying-Up, and prepping the  boats to sail,

    We have several interesting projects this year!

    1) Commissioning a new Capri 22 (Raptor) May-June

    2) Patching a Keel Crack on Falcon March

    3) Upgrading our fleets Navigation Lights to LED March

    4) Integrating Foldable Solar Panels and Chargers to charge batteries and handheld radios. March-April

    5)  If you're not a born maintenance person we still need help setting up events and supporting the work teams,

    So if you're interested in learning how to maintain and repair sailboats or just want to volunteer and keep our boats in the water and available all season, please follow the link to the sign-up form and let us know what you would like to work on.


    SIGN UP FOR RIVER MAINTENANCE TEAM WITH THIS LINK,

    https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSf2XJ14yIIMHx8S1-QJ60jnl7b2Ux_Zmy9_q3yOB2o7cQUwPw/viewform?usp=sf_link


    The work will start in early March before the launch and continues at a slower rate the entire season until the boats are pulled out in early November.  Depending on your interests, the Boat Captains will contact you to set up an agreed-upon work time.  Most of the work will be completed at Capital Cove Marina located at JBAB.




    • 05 Dec 2023
    • 6:00 PM - 8:30 PM
    • 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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