22nd Annual Women’s Sailing Conference

Published on March 21st, 2023

The National Women’s Sailing Association is holding their 2023 National Women’s Sailing Conference on June 3 at the Sail Newport Marine Education and Recreation Center in Newport, RI. The 22nd annual event welcomes women sailors of all levels and ages for a full day of classroom, dockside, and on-the-water workshops taught by experienced female instructors from across the nation.

Sailors can fine tune their sail trim skills, learn hands-on marine electrical, practice navigation using paper and electronic charts, learn when and how to execute a distress call or man-overboard maneuver as well as participate in a sewing DIY workshop and more.

There will also be panel discussions covering topics for cruisers, racers, do-it-yourselfers, and ocean sustainability advocates. These elements will be made available virtually to participate in the Conference.

A highlight of the event is the announcement and presentation of the 2023 Leadership in Women’s Sailing Award recipient which recognizes an individual with a record of achievement in inspiring, educating, and enriching the lives of women through sailing.