Boat Owner And Skipper Training (BOAST) Program

Nothing accelerates learning to sail faster than hands-on experience on the water. BOAST participants are given access to a boat and grouped with a crew, allowing the freedom to learn by doing while building an appreciation for the responsibilities of boat ownership.

This program is for EVERYONE with an interest in becoming a better sailor 

OWSA invites both beginning sailors and experienced sailors to apply.

The intent of the BOAST program is to develop skilled sailors who will be well placed to pursue sailing opportunities, including with OWSA. With time on the water BOAST participants will improve their skill level, working their way towards OWSA First Mate and/or BOAST Skipper status

OWSA Fleet:

Applying for the BOAST Program

Please read the BOAST 2025 Program Qualifications & Obligations Document for important information about the program.

Please review OWSA's Refund Policy 02052025.pdf

Submit your application online before February 15, with participation to start in March and continue through October. 

Applications submitted after February 15th will be considered if additional crew is desired.

Experienced sailors, prior ISC scholarship recipients, and prior participants in the BOAT or BOAST program are encouraged to apply.

Additional questions? Write to BOAST@owsa.net

The BOAST Participants for 2024 are:

Picaroon

Jalila Cattin

Leslie Drapize

Mary-Rain O'Meara

Rachel Sherrard

Dawn Tacker

Salud

Leticia Christopherson

Kathy Clevenger

Cori Driver

Laura Gadley

Carolyn Morse

Calypte

Julie Chiaravalli

Gail Clement

Sarah Knudsen

Berry Kruijning

Lisa Pasquantonio