AdventureSail programs are underway! While AdventureSail Day is officially August 9, you can host a one whenever it works best for your location. Ask us if you want more information!
We’re also excited to announce that NWSA is partnering with Mariners Learning System to offer scholarships covering the cost of online courses for those pursuing a USCG captain’s or master’s license. A limited number of scholarships are available to women who meet the eligibility criteria and are prepared to cover additional expenses like the drug test, physical exam, and other requirements. Please visit our website for more details.
The board will hold its annual meeting on August 2nd to help plan for the upcoming year. If you have suggestions or ideas you’d like us to consider, please reach out. We'll also begin looking for sponsors for the 2026 conference soon — if you have any leads, send them our way!
Let's go sailing,
Debby |
Take The Helm July: Mid-Summer Momentum |
After the incredible momentum of June’s National Women’s Sailing Conference, we’re cruising along lightly this month. With AdventureSail on deck, scholarships available, and more events coming up, there’s still plenty on the horizon to get excited about! |
This summer share sailing fun with girls. Help us make AdventureSail® the biggest ever |
August 9 is National AdventureSail Day, a one-day event introducing girls across the country to the joy and empowerment of sailing. Dozens of clubs are already signed up to host, and there’s still time for you to add more fun to the map.
Even if you’ve never hosted before, NWSA has your back with planning guides, marketing tools, and resources to make it easy. And thanks to our generous supporters, reimbursement is available for qualifying expenses to keep participation free for all sailors. Whether you want to host or volunteer, this is your chance to help a young sailor take her very first tack. |
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Scholarships:
Open all year. Ready when the girls are. |
What starts with one great day on the water can turn into something much bigger. The Learn to Sail Youth Scholarship is designed to help young sailors who got their first taste of sailing through AdventureSail take the next step. Available year-round, it supports continued instruction and keeps the momentum going long after the first sail.
Apply now or share with a girl who should |
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Eight Mariners Learning System scholarships offered through NWSA. Get a captains license to further your career! |
Mariners Learning System (MLS), is offering scholarships coviering the cost o onlne courses for women pursuing a USCG OUPV or master's license and show they need financial help to do so. The limited number of scholarships are available to women who meet the eligibilty criteria and are prepared to cover additional expenses like drug testing program, physical exam and other requirements. Visit womensailing.org for details.
NWSA will notify successful applicant by October 1, 2025. |
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NWSA's women's sailing calendar — contribute, explore, attend |
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St Augustine Sailing Sisters Bikini Cup Women’s Regatta
St. Andrews Bay Yacht Club, Panama City, FL
August 2, 2025
Back for its 12th year, this friendly regatta is open to all-women crews racing in a fun, supportive environment. Trophies, good vibes, and plenty of post-race celebrations included!
More info / registration
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US Sailing International Safety at Sea Course
California Yacht Club, Marina del Rey, CA
August 16–17, 2025
The full course with hands on training will give you overboard rescue experience. You will learn to use a life raft, how to service your inflatable lifejacket, fire prevention and fighting, using flares, and more.
More info / registration
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| Island Yacht Club’s Women’s Sailing Seminar
Taught by women, for women • Spetember 26-28 • Alameda, Ca.
Offering: Intro to Sailing: Welcome Aboard • Competent Crew
• Taking the Helm: Safe Skippering • Intro to Cruising
• Intro to Racing
www.womenssailingseminar.com |
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See you in August
Next month, we’ll be celebrating AdventureSail stories and spotlighting more women making waves. Until then — stay safe, stay inspired, and thank you for being part of NWSA. |
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Thank you to our 2025 conference sponsors Title sponsor |
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AdventureSail, Take the Helm, Making Changes Come About are registered trademarks. womensailing.org • leadership@womensailing.org
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