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SMSA Burgee

Welcome to Southern Maryland Sailing Association (SMSA) on the web.


SMSA was founded in 1972 as a member-run social club by a group of like-minded sailors interested in racing, cruising, and just spending time with fellow sailors.
Since then, SMSA has grown to more than 175 memberships and has continued to offer a large variety of activities for its members and the community.
SMSA offers comprehensive racing, cruising, junior & adult sail training, education, and social activities both on-shore and on the water that allow members to enjoy the sport of sailing through a variety of venues throughout the year.
Our goal is to continue to be the premiere sailing venue in the Southern Maryland and mid-Chesapeake Bay region.
We are ideally located in Solomons, MD, near some of the finest cruising waters of the Chesapeake Bay.
We look forward to your first or frequent return visits with us.

The Patuxent Pursuit

SMSA's premiere open regatta!


Open to all sailboats 22 feet and longer.

July 18 - 20, 2025


Registration discount if you register before 23 June!

  Event Info

Brief Schedule:
Friday: Distance Pursuit Race (separately scored).
Saturday and Sunday: 2 Race Courses: Windward/Leward course and a Navigator/Cruiser course with pursuit racing.

Saturday evening: Cantina Night! with Music (Pre-Purchased Ticket required for food)
Sunday evening: Social Food. (Pre-Purchased Ticket required for food)

See NOR for more details.

All are welcome! No need to race to participate in shore side activies!

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Scott Kirby at SMSA Presented by Corona Extra

Sunday, August 10th, 4pm

Tickets:
$18 Members
$25 Non-members


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Sailing camp

Summer Camp - Registration is Open!

Open Now for current SMSA regular, young adult, and emeritus memberships!
Registration will open Feb 15 for all - Add your email to list on the Junior Camp page to be notified when registration opens to all.

Camps for ages 8 to 16 from June 23rd - Aug 8th, One-week sesssions

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SMSA Burgee

Need a new hat, stocking cap or tech shirt?

Buy Now! Purchases available for pickup from the SMSA Clubhouse.

Contact membership@smsa.com to arrange for pickup.

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Sit on Top Kayaks and Stand up Paddle boards

SMSA has new boats available for member checkout.

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Prospective Member? Want to Join?

Please check out our Membership page for additional details.

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