The  Eastern Shore Sailing Association (ESSA) was established in 1974 to promote and foster the sport of sailing and sailing activities, a better appreciation of sailing and basic seamanship, preservation of amn environment conducive to the sport  of sailing and educating the public about sailing.  ESSA  is not a yacht  club, but a group of sailors of all ages who are passionate  about the sport and related activities whether racing, cruising, or day sailing.  Our two fleets, the Choptank Fleet in Cambridge, MD and the Tangier Fleet in Tyaskin, MD conduct weeknight buoy racing, special event racing over longer courses, day sails and picnics, and  organized cruises to destinations around the Bay and beyond.

About ESSA
  Find out more about us from our brochure "Come Sail With ESSA"  or our video"Sailing With ESSA" below.

Skipper, First Mate, or Crew - With or Without a Boat - Come Join Us!
Individual or Family Membership Application
Racing Boat Application/Registration 

Email contact: essasailing1@gmail.com
Eastern Shore Sailing Association
PO Box 374
Salisbury, MD 21803

Schedule of Events 2014 
January - July Calendar
August - December Calendar
Upcoming
February 22, General Meeting, LaTolteca, Salisbury, 12:00 Noon
   Committee Boat Procedures - Bruce Franz
   Sailing to Florida - Jerry Gerlitzki
March 6, Bridge Meeting, Fuller-Hall Conference Room, 5:15 PM
March 22, General Meeting, Jimmie & Sooks, Cambridge, 12:00 Noon
     Racing Rules and Tactics -  Matt Simmington - U.S./Force 10 Sails
     Winners Circle - Panel Discussion with our 2013 winning skippers from both fleets

April 10, Bridge Meeting, Fuller-Hall Conference Room
April 24, Tangier Practice Race
April 26, Choptank Fleet Meeting 

Photo Gallery

Picture
Visit our photo gallery for a collection of pictures submitted by members.  Please submit your pictures for inclusion to our photo editor. 

Photo Gallery