Sail on Bay Flyer, a Hunter 31, or Martha Jean, an O'Day 30, out of the West River.
Skipper: Allen Boetig
The start time for this sail may be adjusted based on the Sail Plan for the day.
Bring a drink, lunch, and snacks and dress for the weather! Foul Weather Gear is advised, it could rain anytime. Sailing gloves, sunscreen, sunglasses, hats, clips for hats and glasses, PFD if you have one, and closed-toe shoes.
The fee for a weekday sail is $50. If you are a student this season and have not used your free club sail, or have a gift certificate, select the volunteer/gift certificate option when you register.
Juneteenth Sail!
Join skipper Vanessa Cress on her Hunter 28.5, Mariposa, on Curtis Creek/Patapsco River.
The fee for a holiday or weekend day sail is $60. If you are a student this season and have not used your free club sail, or have a gift certificate, select the volunteer/gift certificate option when you register.
Close Quarters Maneuvering (Docking)
Learn to dock a wheel helm 30' vessel with prop wash and prop walk (no bowthruster) in a variety of conditions and locations.
This is a two day class. Class fee is $315.
You should have the equivalent training and experience of ASA 103, Basic Coastal Cruising, as a prerequisite. Additional class details and requirements HERE.
Please purchase the textbook for this class in advance and read the book to get the most out of the class time.
You must be a member of ANSA to take a class. Membership fees range from $55 to $75 depending on selected level. Please join ANSA after your successful registration for this class.
Sail on Bay Flyer, a Hunter 31, or Martha Jean, an O'Day 30, on the West River and Chesapeake Bay.
Skipper: Matt Gelfand
Bring a contribution to dinner!
Dress for the weather! Foul Weather Gear is advised, it could rain anytime. Sailing gloves, sunscreen, sunglasses, hats, clips for hats and glasses, PFD if you have one, and closed-toe shoes.
The fee for a sail is $60. If you are a student this season and have not used your free club sail, or have a gift certificate, select the volunteer/gift certificate option when you register.
Skipper: Randy Creller
The fee for a weekend day sail is $60. If you are a student this season and have not used your free club sail, or have a gift certificate, select the volunteer/gift certificate option when you register.
Basic Coastal Cruising
ASA 103 is an intermediate sailing course provided over 3 days on a 30' keelboat with a wheel helm. We sail in the West River and Chesapeake Bay.
Class Fee: $475
Please purchase the textbook in advance of the class so that you can begin studying and doing the exercises.
Refer to the full class description here and policies and procedures to view prerequisites and requirements.
The fee for a day sail is $60. If you are a student this season and have not used your free club sail, or have a gift certificate, select the volunteer/gift certificate option when you register.
Skipper: Mike Fortune
Keelboat 2 - Sail Trim
ASA 102 covers more advanced sailing skills and sail trim and is provided over 2 days on a 30' keelboat with a wheel helm. We sail in the West River and Chesapeake Bay.
ASA 102 is NOT a prerequisite for 103. It is available to all sailors, including those with experience looking for time on the water and gaining skills.
Class Fee: $295
Join us at the ANSA Cottage (bldg #7) at the beautiful Hartge Yacht Harbor where we keep Bay Flyer and Martha Jean on "C" dock.
Bring a treat or dish to share and a drink if you are particular. Otherwise we will have coffee, tea, some beer and wine available. Remember to take home your offerings, just like in camping, take out what you bring in.
This is a summer gathering to talk about what sailing we have done and what we would like to do. Share your stories and views and snag an ANSA instructor or officer to bend their ear.
Interested in volunteering, joining the board, or working on a committee? This is the place to discuss that.
Catch up on our Big Boat Search status!
Pick up your ANSA hat, shirt, burgee and ASA textbooks for your next class. Bring cash or zelle/venmo.
Hope you can join us!
Keelboat 1 - Basic Keelboat Sailing
ASA 101 is an introductory sailing course provided over 3 days on a 30' keelboat with a wheel helm. We sail in the West River and Chesapeake Bay.
Class Fee: $495
Veteran/Active Duty: $445
Sail on Baltimore's Waterfront!
Skipper: John Franklin
Bareboat Coastal Cruising
ASA 104 is provided over 3 days and 2 overnights on a 40 to 45 foot monohull with private cabins.
Private Cabin, 1 sailor: $1,395
Private Cabin, 2 sailors: $1,595
You must be a member of ANSA to sail with us.
Please refer to the full class description here to view prerequisites and requirements.
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