It's getting busy on the Water!

 A note from our Executive director, Tony Stephens.


The month of June is a special time throughout Baltimore, rich with celebrations and experiences that remind us what challenges we have traversed and what opportunities are just beyond the horizon. It is a month when we celebrate the diverse composition of our city on the Bay.

Last week alone allowed us through the newly formed Juneteenth national holiday, which commemorated the abolishment of one of our nation’s deepest scars.

At the same time, residents throughout the city were flying rainbow flags to embrace our LGBTQ+ community, standing in solidarity around the recent acts of intolerance that were on display in South Baltimore and Charles Village.

And for a blind sailor like myself, the national Helen Keller Day on June 27th is a strong reminder that nothing can stand in the way of our independence when we set our course in search of full and equal access.


The DSC is a community sailing center that embraces diversity. I encourage you to take time to embrace the breadth of cultures and experiences that come together on our docks. Take time to meet someone new this summer, and if you have time, sign up for volunteering with one of our programs that helps make Baltimore better by making sailing available for everyone.

IMPORTANT NOTICE - DOCK CLOSURE

JULY 4th from 3PM


Due to BMI's fundraiser day, access to the DSC docks and boats will be closed from 3PM. All cars will need to be out of the lot by 3PM. 

You are welcome to join the party by purchasing a ticket. Thank you! 


DSC Social Sunday July 10, 5–10PM, BMI Pavilion, Enjoy a tropical evening at the DSC! BYO and potluck, but we’ll also provide: FOOD Jerk chicken, veggie burgers, cheese pupusas ; DRINK: Dark & stormy, rum punch (with and without rum) . Please be sure to register so we can plan food and drink . memberconnections@downtownsailing for questions. Hosted by the cruising council
Volunteers transferring Nicole, a regular access-Ability sailor, onto a dinghy with a hoyer lift.

Volunteer opportunities


Skipper & Crew needed for outreach events: Check-out our calendar and register in advance! 


Next event: 

Saturday July 9th - 9:00AM-1:00PM Access-Ability Saturday

Saturday July 9th - 3:00PM-5:00PM - Urban Teachers outreach event


Dock Repairs

We are also looking for 2-4 volunteers to help with a few tasks around the docks, including cleaning and servicing the safety ladders, and touching up and painting the new T-head repairs.  Email John O to get involved!


Ya Gotta Regatta

If you want to help with the event organization (October 8th) reach out to Amandine. We need help with finding sponsors, designing flyers, coordinating volunteers or any other event organization skills! 


Summer Camp


Thanks to our amazing camp manager Josh, we were able to open up spaces for all of our July Sessions. Check our availabilities!

Registrations close on Thursday before the starting date. 



A group of 4 kids sailing in Baltimore's Harbor. On the background, we can see 3 more sailboats and 2 big military ships.

Dinghy Orientation


If you haven't been oriented yet or need a refresher to take the dinghies out, we are having 1 last orientation on Wednesday July 6th. 

If you can't attend, you can always come to volunteer during and Access-Ability event ! We always need help to rig and derig the boats. 



Reminders


We want everyone to feel welcome at the DSC. If you are subject to inappropriate behavior, please document it with this survey. You may choose to remain anonymous.


Click here to view the full DSC calendar of events!

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