Join OWSA
OWSA provides women with opportunities and encouragement to learn or improve sailing skills and helps develop new racing and cruising activities within the sailing community. We are a non-profit organization open to anyone over the age of 18. Boat ownership is not required, and our members' sailing experience levels range from ocean racers and world-wide cruisers to beginners. YOU are invited to join!
Member Benefits:
- Opportunity to participate in Wednesday Night Sail events
- Invitations to social events, including NautiDrinks, Coffee Socials, Firesides, and other special events.
- Access to the BOAST program (program is an additional fee)
- Discounted rates on classes
Membership Period: Jan 1st to December 31st
Membership Fee: $60 per year, with a special price of $50 for those who join or renew before March 1, 2026.
Volunteerism is a part of membership and is a way to get involved and get to know other sailors. Join us for our General Membership meeting, enjoy interesting presentations, and build a sense of community.
Before you begin, please read OWSA's Code of Conduct Policy -- August 07 2024. You will be asked to agree to it when you apply.
If you were a member in 2024 or 2025: Renew your Membership through your Member Portal
New Members without an owsa.net account: Create an account and membership
New Members or returning members with an owsa.net account: Login and create a membership
Note for new and returning members: 2025 membership is free for the remainder of 2025. Join in 2025 and then renew your membership for 2026.
You're invited!
As a new or returning member, we invite you to one of our Fireside orientation events, hosted at rotating locations that are typically near the river. They provide an opportunity to get to know other OWSA members and learn first hand about the benefits of membership. Please contact our Fireside Coordinator with any questions.
Frequently Asked Questions
I am a former member and Im not sure if I have an account. How can I find out?
Click the link to log in and click Forgotten password?. Enter your email address, then click the Reset button. If you have an account using that email address, you will receive an email with a link to reset your password. If you do not receive an email, the email address you entered is not in our system so sign up here.
Does OWSA take credit cards?
Yes, you can use your credit card.
If you have any questions or need assistance during this process, please contact us at membership@owsa.net.
