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About Us

Organized in 1994 by the efforts and enthusiasm of local women sailors, the not-for-profit OWSA exists to promote and facilitate the participation of women in sailboat cruising and/or racing events in Oregon and Southwest Washington.
Cruising

Wednesday Night Sails - a great way to meet new friends, practice skills and gain experience on a variety of boats. Share your boat or crew with someone.


Racing

Our Basic Racing Seminar, OWSA/CYC Women's Race, and Friday Night Beer Can Races are all ways to get involved in racing.


Education

Learn the art of sailing in our Sailing Basics and Cool Maneuvers sailing classes. Other classes include Spinnaker Handling, Cruising, Basic Racing Seminar (coed), and the Women's Race Series. Learn or brush up on sailing in a fun and supportive atmosphere. We offer convenient evening classes and interactive practice sessions.

Sail for the Cure

An annual OWSA event benefiting the Susan G. Komen for the Cure.
 
Join OWSA

OWSA is a not-for-profit organization open to anyone over the age of 18; from experienced sailors to the novice beginner!


We provide opportunities to learn or improve sailing skills and help develop new racing & cruising activities within the sailing community.

Show Your Support!

Check out all the great OWSA logo merchandise and show your support for OWSA!