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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.

Tamale Making Party

Saturday, January 24th, 1:00 pm

Ever wanted to make Tamales, but don't know how? Or just want to speed up the process and make Tamales with friends?

Based on requests received during The Patuxent Pursuit - we are having a tamale making party! Join us for laughter and tamale rolling.

12 tamales: $10

Fee covers ingredients and 12+ tamales to take home at the end of the afternoon.

Depending on the number of registrants, you may be able to purchase more.

Select from Bean and Cheese (Vegetarian), Red Chile Pork or Chicken Verde.

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US Sailing Basic Race Management Seminar

Sunday, January 25th, 8:00 am - 4:00pm

Registration closes Wednesday, January 14, 2026.
Walk-In registrations are NOT allowed.
Course Registration: $40


This seminar is for people who have some Race Committee (RC) experience, but newcomers are also welcome. Topics include RC objectives and responsibilities, regatta safety, writing sailing instructions, RC jobs, equipment, setting the course, starting system, starting penalties, before the start, during the race, finishing and scoring.

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A BIG THANK YOU to CBRYA for covering the snacks and lunch for this seminar. All participants who have already purchased the Lunch option will be refunded.

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Annual Gala - A Celebration of SMSA

Saturday, February 7th, 5:30pm
Tickets: $80
Limited Seating!

Cocktails and Hors d oeuvres 5:30 p.m.
Dinner: 6:30 p.m.
2025 Awards Presentations and Music following Dinner.

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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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