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  • Women on Water (WOW) a PSC Sailing Group, 2024 Season (Men, please pass on...)

    • 11 Apr 2024
    • 24 Oct 2024
    • Capital Cove Marina, JBAB
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    Welcome PSC women! 

    In an effort to support women in sailing, WOMEN ON WATER provides opportunities for PSC women to sail in a fun, supportive, learning environment!

    The WOW Sailing Program:

    When: April 11, 2024 - October 24, 2024

    WOW sails two to three times a month during the sailing season (April through October) on select Thursdays and Saturdays. On Thursdays, the group sails from 5:30 pm until dusk. On Saturday mornings, they begin at 9:00 am. After the sail, the group meets at the marina's waterfront restaurant, The Slip Inn.

    Location: Capital Cove Marina, Joint Base Anacostia-Bolling (JBAB), 90 Giovannoli Way, Washington, D.C. 20032

    Cost: $60 covers the cost of the season (16 sail dates!)

    If you DO NOT have access to JBAB, after completing a PSC membership application, you may apply for DBIDs card. This takes time to process. Without a DBIDs card, you will not have access to the boats. Note: PSC can only sponsor DBIDs cards for active club members.

    Happy Sailing!

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  • Racing - Fall Series

    • 20 Aug 2024
    • 17 Sep 2024
    • 5 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.

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

    • 11 Sep 2024
    • 22 Sep 2024
    • 6 sessions
    • Phillips School - Contemporary Education, Annandale, VA & On the Water JBAB
    • 0
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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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  • 9/18 Wednesday Night Social Sail

    • 18 Sep 2024
    • 5:00 PM - 9:00 PM
    • JBAB - Capital Cove Marina
    • 2
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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?!

    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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  • ASA 206 - Advanced Coastal Cruising Instructor

    • 20 Sep 2024
    • 23 Sep 2024
    • Dock F, Slip 2, Port Annapolis Marina, 7080 Bembe Beach Rd., Annapolis, MD 21403
    • 2
    • 3 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

    • 20 Sep 2024
    • 9:00 AM
    • 22 Sep 2024
    • 5:00 PM
    • Herrington Harbour North, Dock H, Slip 38, 389 Deale Rd, Tracys Landing, MD 20779
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    ASA 104 Bareboat Cruising Certification (a 3-day, 2-night sail)

    Boat:
    36' Catalina 7 OCs

    Skipper:
    John O'Connor

    This a unique opportunity to gain real sailing experience while earning ASA's 104 Bareboat Cruising certification. Experienced instructor, John O'Connor, will teach this class on his 36' Catalina MK1 7 OCs. 7 OCs is a 1985 sloop. John 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. Students should purchase the textbook on their own. 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 - Herrington Harbour North, Dock H, Slip 38, 389 Deale Rd, Tracys Landing, MD 20779

    End - Herrington Harbour North, Dock H, Slip 38, 389 Deale Rd, Tracys Landing, MD 20779

    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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  • ASA-104 Bareboat Cruising Certification

    • 27 Sep 2024
    • 9:00 AM
    • 29 Sep 2024
    • 5:00 PM
    • Port Annapolis, Dock F, Slip 2, 7074 Bembe Beach Rd, Annapolis, MD 21403
    • 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:
    Email Bay Commodore

    PARTICIPANTS ARE ENCOURAGED TO JOIN THE BAY SKIPPER PROGRAM


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  • Racing - Fall High Point - Three Bridges

    • 05 Oct 2024
    • 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.

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  • ASA 118/218 Docking Instructor

    • 12 Oct 2024
    • 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM
    • Port Annapolis Marina, 7080 Bembe Beach Rd, Annapolis, MD 21403
    • 0
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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

    • 16 Oct 2024
    • 27 Oct 2024
    • 6 sessions
    • Phillips School - Contemporary Education, Annandale, VA & On the Water JBAB
    • 0
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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

    • 19 Oct 2024
    • 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.

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  • PSC Oktoberfest

    • 19 Oct 2024
    • 1:00 PM - 5:00 PM
    • Columbia Island Marina Restaurant Alexandria, VA
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    PSC Oktoberfest 2024 . . . and Annual Members' Meeting

    •Oktoberfest Celebration on Saturday, October 19th, 1-5 pm.

    * This will also be our Annual Members Meeting and Social Meeting for October

    •Outside under a patio at Columbia Island Marina

    •Buffet-style Oktoberfest dinner, wine and rum tasting

    •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                               $30

    •Family with FVSM          $25

    •Individual                        $20

    •Individual with FVSM    $15

    PSC Members are encouraged to bring family members and friends.  

    • Please sign up October 10th

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

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  • Racing - Fall High Point - Frostbite Regatta

    • 26 Oct 2024
    • 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.

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  • Hydrilla Cup

    • 02 Nov 2024
    • 9:00 AM - 4:00 PM
    • Capitol Cove Marina, Joint Base Anacostia-Bolling

    Hydrilla Cup (tentative)

    **Registration will open after event details are confirmed.**

    The Hydrilla Cup is a PSC social event hosted by the Racing Squadron. Join us for a day of races, fellowship, and a cookout!

    The main event will be a series of two to three races on the Potomac River in which teams of PSC members compete against each other to claim victory on one of our Capri 22's.  We'll follow the racing with a cookout at the marina.

    This event is free, but registration is required since there's limited space on the boats. If you'd like to share a dish for the cookout, please send a note to racing@pentagonsailing.org.  If you'd like to attend the cookout but not sail, there's unlimited space to attend.

    Note:  This event is held on Joint Base Anacostia-Bolling; you must have an ID card (or a DIBDS card) that allows access to the base to participate.

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  • Racing - DISC Awards Party

    • 03 Dec 2024
    • 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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  • Hydrilla Cup

    • 01 Nov 2025
    • 9:00 AM - 4:00 PM
    • Capitol Cove Marina, Joint Base Anacostia-Bolling

    Hydrilla Cup (tentative)

    **Registration will open after event details are confirmed.**

    The Hydrilla Cup is a PSC social event hosted by the Racing Squadron. Join us for a day of races, fellowship, and a cookout!

    The main event will be a series of two to three races on the Potomac River in which teams of PSC members compete against each other to claim victory on one of our Capri 22's.  We'll follow the racing with a cookout at the marina.

    This event is free, but registration is required since there's limited space on the boats.  If you'd like to share a dish for the cookout, please send a note to racing@pentagonsailing.org.  If you'd like to attend the cookout but not sail, there's unlimited space to attend.

    Note:  This event is held on Joint Base Anacostia-Bolling; you must have an ID card (or a DIBDS card) that allows access to the base to participate.

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