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SMSA Membership

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Join Today! Fees and Payment Options

WHO WE ARE

Since the Southern Maryland Sailing Association’s founding in 1972, the breadth of programs and member benefits has continued to grow. Today, SMSA members enjoy a prime waterfront clubhouse in downtown Solomons Island, Maryland. With its great view of the Patuxent River and the on-premise small boat / dinghy storage spaces, the facility is one of a kind.

From Racing to Cruising, Junior Sailing camps to Adult Learn to Sail classes, Social events to concerts, we’ve got something for you!

Become a contributing member to the local sailing community – Join Today!!

WHAT WE DO

  • Runs/host races for boats big and small
  • Hosts member socials
  • Maintains a first rate waterfront clubhouse – the only facility of its kind in Southern Maryland
  • Maintains a race committee boat and race marks
  • Boasts a full calendar of races, cruises, and social events
  • Holds junior sailing summer camps
  • Trains new sailors (Sample classes include on-the water sailing classes, racing classes, First Aid/CPR, Navigation, Sail Trim, Cruising, Fiberglass Repair, Radar, GPS...)
  • Hosts seminars and other sailing related training events
  • Hosts concerts, comedy shows, dances, and more…

SAMPLE MEMBERSHIP BENEFITS

  • Camaraderie among a great crowd of friendly faces & people who are passionate about providing family oriented sailing and social environments in Southern Maryland.
  • Season Keelboat and Dinghy racing
  • Cruising (from overnight trips to multi-week expeditions with friends and fellow members)
  • Access to member and member-guest only concerts, comedy shows, etc.
  • Clubhouse available for member use
  • Clubhouse bar for relaxing after a long week or great day of sailing
  • Clubhouse available to reserve/rent by members for private events
  • Access to the only small boat dry storage facility on Solomons Island
  • Adult Learn to Sail classes taught by knowledgeable instructors
  • Free checkout of boats for member use: Sunfish, Holder 20, kayaks
  • Discounts on Junior Sailing Camps
  • Opportunity to obtain a pool membership at Zahniser’s Yachting Center (otherwise restricted to slip holders)
  • Discounts at local marinas for slips/services

MEMBERSHIP CATEGORIES

New members: First year annual dues are prorated for new members. Dues are assessed starting the month after the month of application. A Initiation fee is due upon application for all membership applications. Initiation fee is $288 for Regular membership ($200 until 6/30/24), $200 for Young Adult membership, and $0 for Junior membership.

New members require sponsorship by an existing member. - Don't have sponsor?  Contact the membership chair (membership@smsa.com) or stop by our weekly Friday night social to meet a member!

  • Regular

  • Age 30 or older
  • One or two adults
  • Must permanently share a common household
  • Includes minor dependent children

  • 576

    per year

    or

    48

    monthly installments
  • Join

  • Young Adult

  • Age 18 - 29
  • One or two adults
  • Must permanently share a common household
  • Includes minor dependent children

  • 288

    per year

    or

    24

    monthly installments
  • Join

  • Junior

  • Under age 18
  • One minor child
  • Separate fee if not affiliated with another membership class
  • No initiation fee

  • 78

    per year

    or

    N/A

    monthly installments
  • Join

  • Emeritus

  • Age 65 or older
  • SMSA Members for 15+ years
  • Requires Application and Board of Directors Approval
  • Given long service to SMSA

  • 288

    per year

    or

    24

    monthly installments
  • Apply

Choose a pricing plan that fits your needs.

Memebership dues are charged annually. Membership year runs from April 1 - March 31st. Members are able to pay their dues in a single annual payment or via monthly installment payments.

MEMBERSHIP CATEGORIES

New members: First year annual dues are prorated for new members. Dues are assessed starting the month after the month of application. A $200 initiation fee is due upon application for all Regular and Young Adult membership applications.

New members require sponsorship by an existing member. - Don't have sponsor?  Contact the membership chair or stop by our weekly Friday night social to meet a member!

  • Regular

  • Age 30 or older
  • One or two adults
  • Must permanently share a common household
  • Includes minor dependent children

  • 576

    per year

    or

    48

    monthly installments
  • Join

  • Young Adult

  • Age 18 - 29
  • One or two adults
  • Must permanently share a common household
  • Includes minor dependent children

  • 288

    per year

    or

    24

    monthly installments
  • Join

  • Junior

  • Under age 18
  • One minor child
  • Separate fee if not affiliated with another membership class
  • No initiation fee

  • 78

    per year

    or

    N/A

    monthly installments
  • Join

  • Emeritus

  • Age 65 or older
  • SMSA Members for 15+ years
  • Requires Application and Board of Directors Approval
  • Given long service to SMSA

  • 288

    per year

    or

    24

    monthly installments
  • Apply

Choose a pricing plan that fits your needs.

Memebership dues are charged annually. Membership year runs from April 1 - March 31st. Members are able to pay their dues in a single annual payment or via monthly installment payments.



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