There are lots of reasons to become a Salty Dawg Sailing Association Member! Read On.....
If you are planning your first ocean passage and can’t wait to explore new worlds, membership in the Salty Dawg Sailing Association is perfect for you.
If you are an experienced long distance sailor and relish the thought of joining like-minded, passionate cruisers for offshore adventures, the SDSA will offer you unmatched benefits.
Join us to take advantage of benefits for both experienced and developing sailors. Come rub shoulders with other Salty Dawgs. Join now for $75 per year….for your whole family! Your membership year begins when you pay your annual fee. Click the "Join" or "Membership Renewal" icon to join the fun!
LIFETIME FRIENDSHIPS
EXTENSIVE NETWORK OF SAILORS HELPING SAILORS
ACCESS TO EXPERT EDUCATION AND OFFSHORE RESOURCES
SDSA Members maintain access to contact our volunteer staff of expert sailors who maintain extensive offshore experience. Members also maintain access to our library of educational resources
PORT REFERENCE ASSISTANCE
Our Port Captain Program provides Members with a local resource for obtaining information about unfamiliar harbors. Contact our Port Captain for information such such as Navigation, Marinas, Moorings, Anchoring, Marine Products/Services/Vendors, Provisioning, Restaurants and More. Our Port Captain is your "Go-To" person for knowledge about your destination. Contact Us for information.
DISCOUNTS ON RALLIES, RENDEZVOUS AND EDUCATIONAL EVENTS
Members are invited to attend SDSA Rallies, Rendezvous and Educational Events at discounted prices. Join one rally each year and pay yourself back for your annual SDSA membership Fee.
DISCOUNTS ON MARINE PRODUCTS, SERVICES & SHIPS STORE MERCHANDISE
Members also receive discounts on merchandise from our Ships Store.
For Members Only
Access various Member Benefits from our secure Members Only website page. Click here.
MEMBER DIRECTORY AND OCEAN CLASS/WORLD CLASS REGISTER
Access our Member Directory to network and build friendships with fellow Salty Dawgs.
Members are eligible to be honored and acknowledged for their sailing accomplishments by being listed in our Ocean Class/World Class Registers. Click Here for more information.
Crew List Service
SDSA Members may use our Crew List Service to find crew or to serve as crew. Utilize our crew service at any time to secure crew for a rally passage, non-rally passage or any individual cruising requirement. Members may also use this service to serve as crew aboard another vessel. Click here.
FREE BOAT LISTING IN OUR BI-MONTHLY NEWSLETTER
Need to sell your boat? Get a free listing in our newsletter and reach over 4,000 mariners. Contact Us for details.
CHARITABLE EVENTS & VOLUNTEERISM
As a non-profit charitable organization managed by volunteers, you will have opportunities to participate in charitable events and share your expertise with fellow sailors. Please Contact Us for more information.
MEMBERSHIP DUES ARE TAX DEDUCTIBLE
As we are a 501(c)(3) non-profit organization, our CPA tells us that your $75 Membership Dues can be considered a tax deductible contribution. Please consult your tax advisor. (Ref. IRS Publication 1771)
