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
Sailing is a Team Sport!
OWSA has six board positions up for reelection in October for 2027. Kate Gillespie reflects on her experience as Social Director, a 2027 open position. More »
10 Jul 2026
Vancouver Lake Sailing Club Event
OWSA members enjoyed a fun afternoon of food, friendship, and sailing camaraderie during a special gathering with Vancouver Lake Sailing Club. More »
10 Jul 2026
Annual Summer Picnic @ Willamette Park -- July 12th
Register now for OWSA's Annual Summer Picnic on Sunday, July 12th! More »
13 Jun 2026
All Hands on Deck
Seeking a Cruising Coordinator and another News Coordinator. Not ready for a standing commitment? Check out event-specific volunteer opportunities on owsa.net. More »
9 Jun 2026
Upcoming events
| Jul 12 |
1:00pm - OWSA Summer PicnicWillamette Park Sunday July 12th from 1 to 3 pm. |
| Jul 15 |
5:30pm - Wednesday Night Sail - July 15Wednesday Night Sail (WNS) 2026 |
| Jul 16 |
4:00pm - Nauti DrinksJoin us for happy hour with sailing sisters. |
| Jul 20 |
6:00pm - Navigation: Basic Charting & Plotting (2 Sessions) [2026NAV] » Navigation: Basic Charting &… |
| Jul 22 |
6:00pm - Navigation: Basic Charting & Plotting (2 Sessions) [2026NAV] » Navigation: Basic Charting & P… |
| Jul 25 |
3:00pm - Saturday Afternoon Sailing - J…Wednesday Night Sail (WNS) 2026 |
| Jul 25 |
3:00pm - Saturday Afternoon Sailing - J…Wednesday Night Sail (WNS) 2026 |
| Jul 29 |
5:30pm - Wednesday Night Sail - July 29Wednesday Night Sail (WNS) 2026 |
| Aug 3 |
6:30pm - Board of Directors MeetingThe agenda and login code for this virtual meeting will |
| Aug 5 |
5:30pm - Wednesday Night Sail - August…Wednesday Night Sail (WNS) 2026 |
