Southern Maryland Sailing Association

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.

Candidate Slate for 2026 Officers and Directors

Click below for Bios and pictures of your volunteers.
All nominations and self nominations must be received and acknowledged by 5pm on October 3rd, 2025.

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Friendsgiving at SMSA

Thanksgiving day - Thursday, November 27th
Doors open at 12:30 pm, Dinner served at 2pm

Join us for a Potluck gathering on Thanksgiving Day at the SMSA clubhouse.

All SMSA Members, Friends and Family are invited.

Enjoy camaraderie, games, puzzles and football on the TV.

Please sign up if able so we can track who is coming and what dishes folks are planning to bring.

Questions? Contact Kristi Yurko at kristi.yurko@gmail.com

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High School/Middle School Sailing Team

Season begins Aug 26th and runs through October. Join anytime!

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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