COME SAIL WITH OWSA IN 2026!
OWSA promotes opportunities for women to learn sailing through education and practical experience. Our members come from all walks of life and all levels of sailing experience—from no experience to experts, river sailing to ocean crossing, and racing to cruising. We’ll help you get on the water, enhance your knowledge and skills, and access sailing opportunities in the Portland area and beyond. Join today and you’ll be part of an encouraging, collaborative group that is excited to share a common interest in sailing.
Latest news
CALYPTE Price Reduced to $6500
Calypte, OWSA's fleet 27' Ericson is for sale. Price reduced to $6500. More »
14 Feb 2026
NEW! Become a Business Donor
We're looking for partners who believe in what we do: that confidence is built with each tack and jibe, that community is grown one shared sail at a time, and that access to the water should be for everyone. More »
13 Feb 2026
Introducing: The OWSA Ambassador Program
Thank you for your interest. Matches have been made and we are no longer taking applications. Please check back late in the year for more information. More »
12 Feb 2026
2026 Shirt Design Winner: Order yours today!
Thank you to everyone who voted for a shirt design…we have a winner! This years art was designed by Kelsey Birsa and is available in our OWSA Gear online store . There are new items and lots of colors, so check them out. Thank you, Kelsey, for making us all look good! More »
12 Dec 2025
Upcoming events
| Feb 24 |
6:30pm - Sailing Basics (8 Session) [2026SB] » Sailing Basics - Class 4 |
| Feb 25 |
6:00pm - General Membership MeetingPlease register 24 hours in advance to receive the gate code! |
| Mar 3 |
6:30pm - Sailing Basics (8 Session) [2026SB] » Sailing Basics - Class 5 |
| Mar 4 |
6:30pm - Board of Directors MeetingThe agenda and login code for this virtual meeting will |
| Mar 7 |
12:00pm - Sailing Basics (8 Session) [2026SB] » Sailing Basics - Optional Educ… |
| Mar 10 |
6:30pm - Sailing Basics (8 Session) [2026SB] » Sailing Basics - Class 6 |
| Mar 14 |
12:00pm - Sailing Basics (8 Session) [2026SB] » Sailing Basics - Optional Educ… |
| Mar 17 |
6:30pm - Sailing Basics (8 Session) [2026SB] » Sailing Basics - Class 7 |
| Mar 18 |
6:00pm - FiresideNew Member Orientation: FIRESIDE! Everyone is welcome! March 18th, |
| Mar 19 |
5:00pm - Nauti DrinksJoin us for happy hour with sailing sisters. |
