Ship’s Log

California-based sun care company VitaSea has joined the sailing community in Newport for a fundraising event to benefit the Maui Food Bank. Sail For Hope is scheduled for Saturday, September 30, which starts outside Newport Harbor and races around Conanicut Island in Narragansett Bay. “It is wonderful Sail Newport is using its fundraising event to assist Maui families. From sea to shining sea―from the Atlantic to the Pacific, we are kindred hearts in providing aid in times of need. Joining Sail…

NEWPORT, R.I. (September 17, 2023) – Clagett Sailing coach Betsy Alison (Newport, R.I) has proved that it is perseverance and determination that results in a gold medal, taking home the World Champion crown at the Allianz Sailing World Championships in The Hague four weeks ago.   In recognition of this achievement the Newport City Council at their annual Council meeting proclaimed September 13 2023 as Betsy Alison Day in Newport, Rhode Island. As a member of the US…

Sailors from the U.S. and around the world will gather in historic Annapolis from October 12 through 15 for the Annapolis Sailboat Show. An October tradition, the quaint Annapolis harbor transforms in a spectacular way to accommodate new and premiering boats from some of the world’s leading sailboat manufacturers. This year alone, 130 sailboat models and 480 exhibitors including sailmakers, manufacturers, boating clubs, charter companies, and accessory and equipment providers will pull out all the stops to…

Our friends at Essex Corinthian Yacht Club in Essex, Connecticut are hosting the Cross Sound Challenge (XSC) Regatta on Saturday, September 23rd. In its tenth year, the XSC is an ECSA sanctioned points race and offers crews a unique racing experience sailing cross current from the mouth of the Connecticut River to the vicinity of Truman Beach on the north shore of Long Island and back.  The course length is approximately 15 miles. The regatta is open…

Our friends at Thames Yacht Club in New London, Connecticut are hosting the second annual Thames River Finn Championship on Saturday, October 7. In the last year, Thames Yacht Club members have acquired and rebuilt seven classic Finns. Rob Scalia (pictured), who sailed Cazzy to victory in last year’s regatta, will be defending his title and Finn sailors from other clubs are looking forward to sailing again this year.  “Our goal is to have ten Finns sailing…

5 tips from the BoatUS Foundationfor protecting you and your crew while boating in severe heat ANNAPOLIS, Md., July 24, 2023 – As the country continues to bake under record high temperatures, boaters often head to the water for respite. However, some may be unprepared for what it takes to withstand a high-heat day. Here are five tips from the nonprofit BoatUS Foundation for Boating Safety and Clean Water that can help ensure everyone’s safety as temperatures climb….

The 125th Larchmont Race Week is just around the corner and the Race Organizers are introducing a new schedule format for the nine-day event to offer something for every type of sailor and sailing fan on and off the water.  For distance sailing enthusiasts, the first night will kick off the overnight Execution Rocks Race, now a stand-alone distance race, on Friday, July 14, with a 1730 warning.   Then the first weekend, July 15 – 16, will be for…

By Courtney Moore, CMB Creative Group 2023 marks the thirteenth year of Sails Up 4 Cancer (SU4C). Leading the local charge to assist families and individuals going through the trauma and treatment of cancer, Sails Up 4 Cancer has become synonymous with hope. The Annual Regatta Weekend at Mystic Shipyard in Mystic, CT started off with a Cornhole tournament on Friday, June 16. Despite inclement weather, 32 teams from across New England came out and threw bags…

Sailors, Set up Your Team Page! NEWPORT, R.I. (June 26, 2023) – The inaugural Rhody Regatta, which benefits the Rhode Island Community Food Bank and takes place Saturday, July 1 in combination with theInternational Yacht and Athletic Club (IYAC) Newport Cup, is making an all-call to sailors to create their fund raising pages for their teams. “It’s two great events in one,” said the IYAC’s Pat Kennedy, explaining that the Rhody Regatta was originally scheduled for the first…

First US team to win in the event’s 50-year history US offshore sailing outfit 11th Hour Racing Team has won The Ocean Race – the world’s longest and toughest team sporting event. The Newport, RI-based team is the first US-flagged entry to win The Ocean Race in its 50-year history.In unprecedented scenes, the crew heard about their win via a satellite phone call from team CEO, Mark Towill, as they delivered their 60-foot IMOCA, Mālama, to Genoa….