I hope everyone is enjoying the last days of summer! At our next General Meeting, we’ll hold a special election for Membership Director. Your Board of Directors is endorsing Bailey Kruse as a candidate for this position. You will have the opportunity to vote electronically for Bailey or write in and vote for an alternate candidate at our Membership Meeting on Wednesday, September 9th at the Bahia Corinthian Yacht Club.
Bailey Kruse, proposed Membership Director, has always been drawn to the sailing world. Growing up, her best friend would take her sailing to Catalina, and those trips left a lasting impact on her. Now, WSA-OC has allowed her to continue that love of sailing. Bailey works remotely as an account manager for a marketing agency and is tech-savvy. She loves bringing people together and encouraging others to get involved in the community. This club has meant a great deal to her, and she wants to give back by serving on the Board as Membership Director. She is eager to help welcome new members, strengthen connections, and support the vibrant sailing community that has given her so much. Outside of sailing, Bailey enjoys tennis, watercolor painting, following fashion, reading, and riding her bike to the beach. She would be honored to earn your vote and help WSA-OC continue to grow.
Looking ahead to 2027, we’ll also need members to step up to serve as Rear Commodore, Secretary, Communications Director, and Philanthropy Director. If you’ve ever thought about serving on the Board, this is a great opportunity to get involved and help shape the future of WSA-OC.
I look forward to seeing everyone at our September meeting!
In August, our On-The-Water event was held out of Alamitos Bay in Long Beach. We had 29 participants on 5 different sailboats. It was a brisk but warm sailing day. We had a blast at our Tropical Luau event. The afterparty was held at Watch-Me Sports Bar, a bar that celebrates women’s sports.
Our next On-The-Water Pirates/Wenches event will be held in Dana Point on Sunday, September 20, 2026. Be sure to sign up approximately 2 weeks prior to the event.
REMEMBER for Future OTW events: 1. Sign-up will be announced approx. 2 weeks prior to the event, except for Catalina, which will be just over a month in advance. 2. Sign-up is sent to emails as well as posted on the WSA-OC Members Only Facebook page 3. Events sell out quickly. 4. PLEASE sign up for the Wait List, as we can regularly find additional boats and get members onto a boat. 5. Arrive on time for photos prior to boat launch. 6. Cancellations within 48 hours of the event will not be refunded.
Please mark your calendars for these upcoming 2026 OTW events: ** Dates, locations, and times are subject to change based on boat availability and weather.
October 3 – Huntington Beach Air Show - CANCELLED November 21 – Friendsgiving Duffy event.
I’m looking forward to seeing everyone on the water!!
As summer winds down, I hope you are all enjoying some time on the water!
We had a wonderful turnout at our August meeting at Dana Point Yacht Club, and it was especially nice to see so many new members in attendance. I hope you enjoyed the photos from our Catalina Extravaganza and the Fit-to-Sail demonstration led by our Commodore, Karen Cooper.
Many of you have made great suggestions while we are at events- ideas that I tend to forget unless I write them down!
We passed around a suggestion sheet at our recent meeting. If you weren’t able to add your thoughts, please feel free to email them to me at RearCommodore@wsaoc.org
I’d love to hear your ideas and suggestions as we continue to make WSA events fun and enjoyable for everyone!
Meeting starts at 7:00 PM Location: Bahia Corinthian Yacht Club 1601 Bayside Drive Newport Beach, CA
Come join your fellow sailors, catch up with friends, and welcome our newest members. We look forward to seeing you there!
Dinner reservations required. Contact KT by Sunday, September 6, for dinner reservations: 1stm8k8@outlook.com
Parking: BCYC has asked that, if possible, guests park on the street or in the parking lot across the street by the businesses. Thank you for helping us accommodate everyone and for your cooperation.
If you have questions, don't hesitate to get in touch with Linda Kiernan, Rear Commodore, at Rearcommodore@wsaoc.org - Cell 949-201-9336
Wishing a Happy Birthday to the following members:
Esther Berg 9/1
Barbara Lawler 9/4
Emma Lovett 9/7
Gina Olsen 9/14
Marie March 9/16
Colleen Clay 9/20
Laura McCaleb 9/23
Melinda Dixon 9/24
Elba R Berrelleza 9/25
Keep the Momentum Going!
The previous membership competition has ended, and the winner will be announced at our September 9 meeting! Congratulations to everyone who participated and helped grow our membership.
But the fun isn’t over! Our competition with WSA-SMB continues through November 1st, so there is still plenty of time to help our club come out on top.
Please keep encouraging your friends, family, and fellow sailors to join us. Every new member counts! Let’s keep spreading the word and building our membership through November 1st.
Thank you for helping our club grow!
For any membership questions, please reach out to Karen Cooper; she can be reached by email at commodore@wsaoc.org
Hello All! There’s a lot going on in Philanthropy. Please join us!
Hats for Sailors – Ongoing Dec 1 is our deadline to complete 50 loomed, knitted, or crocheted hats for Hats for Sailors, a charity that supports U.S. Navy sailors. New members, please join the fun!
Girl Scouts of Orange County - Ongoing We’re starting to plan “learn to sail” workshops in Feb and Apr 2027 on Sabots based in Newport Dunes. First, Girl Scouts-OC has some repair work to do on their boats!
Women in the Wind 2026 – October 10, Newport Harbor
We’re in the final stages of planning our annual event with 12 program beneficiaries of Soroptimist International of Huntington Beach. Skippers and other volunteers are now in place for a Duffy outing guaranteed to be fun and all about empowering women on the water!
AdventureSail® 2026 –October 24, Dana Point Harbor We’re also finalizing a memorable event with 12 girls aged 9-14 from The Boys & Girls Club of Capistrano Valley. Two skippers and six volunteers have graciously offered their boats, skills, and time. We’re still looking for a third boat. Please consider being part of this unique event!
Have a new philanthropy idea or a suggestion for ongoing activities? Email Philanthropy@wsaoc.org
or text Greta at 336-706-5046.
WSA-OC Shipstore is live and online!
REMINDER:
WSA-OC Logo wear at every price point!
We offer items to meet every budget. A variety of options, styles, and colors! - including menswear!
All items are offered at cost! While there are shipping fees, there is no markup on any of the items you are purchasing.
Shipping is direct to your home, like a personal “Amazon” for WSA-OC Sailors!
Thank you for showing your support and sharing your love of the club by wearing your WSA-OC gear on your many adventures on the water and about town.
September 9 -WSA-OC General Meeting at Bahia Corinthian Yacht Club in Newport Beach. Happy Hour – 6:30 pm. Meeting - 7:00 pm
September 12-13 – Rosh Hashanah
September 20 – Pirates/Wenches On-The-Water Event – Dana Point Harbor
September 21 – Yom Kippur
SEPTEMBER RACING CALENDAR
There are multiple opportunities to join a race in the Orange County area. If you are interested in Orange County sailboat racing, you can find a list of the monthly sailboat races on the Association of Orange Coast Yacht Clubs website under the Racing Calendar tab.
WSA-OC Mission Statement
Women's Sailing Association-Orange County is dedicated to enriching the lives of women through expanded access to sailing-related activities and educational opportunities. WSA-OC is committed to preserving and protecting our oceans and contributing to our local community through on-the-water philanthropic activities.
WSA-OC is committed to providing reasonable accommodation in its programs and activities for individuals with disabilities. Those who require a reasonable accommodation should contact commodore@wsaoc.org at least one week in advance, where possible, to make a request
Women's Sailing Association - Orange County, PO Box 11041, Costa Mesa, CA 92627, United States
