Our Story
Formed in 2009 by, and for, sailors in the Savannah, Georgia area the intention of the Chatham Sailing Club was to create an enhanced and well-rounded experience for sailors. Since its founding CSC has evolved into a thriving community for people of all ages and sailing ability with a passion for the sport. We provide the opportunity for members to participate in sailing activities year-round, including racing, cruising, social events, and sailing education.
Our clubhouse overlooks Turner’s Creek and offers a beautiful, quiet riverside location for club events and for members to gather and use under terms set forth by the CSC board.
Located at Young’s Marina, members receive a discounted rate for boat slips, as well.
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We're a non-profit community
Chatham Sailing Club is a 100% volunteer-based organization. All membership dues go to the operational and promotional expenses determined by the board. We are here for the love of the sport and encourage all members to join in volunteer efforts to maintain the club and its activities and properties.
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Our clubhouse
The main clubhouse is located on Turner’s Creek at Young’s Marina, Wilmington Island, GA. The marina provides easy access to the Wilmington River and the coastal waters of Georgia. Come meet and greet on Friday evenings for Summer Sundowners and Winter Fire Fridays. Join us on facebook for details.
Partnerships
The Chatham Sailing Club is a member of US Sailing and The South Atlantic Yacht Racing Association. We welcome sailors and sailing racers from Georgia, South Carolina and North Carolina. We sponsor races, clinics, regattas, provide certified race officials, offer training other sailing activities.
Our Mission
Our mission is to be a family-oriented club for racing, training new sailors, hosting cruises and supporting on-the-water events year round from our own permanently established facility.
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New members are welcome. Anyone interested in sailing, regardless of experience or boat ownership, is encouraged to join us. Those of us with boats always welcome new crew and guests.
We welcome all sailors of Coastal Georgia, South Carolina and beyond!
CSC Seafarers Club
Why join?
The Seafarers Sailing program consists of loaner boats in support of our members continued growth in sailing knowledge, skills and experience.
The Seafarers sailing program is currently open to Chatham Sailing Club members and their guests.
Steps to joining the Seafarers
STEP ONE: Review the CSC Seafarers program document, which outlines the
responsibilities of skippers,
crew members, and guests.
STEP TWO: Sign the program documents.
STEP THREE: Schedule a time slot for
Birds Nest : 1983 28-foot O’Day
STEP FOUR: Sign the waiver provided.
Zelle @chathamsailclub@gmail.com
Venmo @chathamsailclub
Provide name and scheduled date in the comment.
Cash or check may be collected on Fridays.
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Not a member?
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Club Officers
Connie Polk
Commodore
Kelly Quinn
Vice Commodore
...and the Crew
Previous Commodore: Ed Owens
Purser: Ed Dixon
Membership & Outreach Chair: Sarah King
Race Committee Chairs:
Rob Meechem & Lilli Hutto
Yeoman/Scribe: Frankie Kelley
frankie.kelley.csc@gmail
Education Chair: Angela Margolit:
973-296-8011
Social Event Chair: Kris Hunter
Building & Grounds: Leo Peloquin & Travis Wathen
Media and Website: Carol Barger
chathamsailors@gmail.com
Board Members at Large:
Charlotte Dixon & Joe Bonds
Photo by Rick Reiman 17 October 2024
Contact Us
Address
218B Wilmington Island Road
Savannah, GA 31410
Contact
For general club info please contact Charlotte at cdixon604@aol.com
For membership questions, contact Sarah King
sjk173@yahoo.com
For media questions or technical issues with the website please contact the site admin at chathamsailors@gmail.com
Opening Hours
Fri - Sun
8:00 am – 8:00 pm