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More American Cancer Society Regatta news: Navigators Perpetual Trophy
This year's event introduces a new the Navigator's Cup. Although we have had a Navigator's Class in previous regattas, this will be the first time we have had a perpetual trophy to award.
All season long, we have had some very nice turnout for the Navigator's Pursuit Races. With this class gaining popularity, it seems appropriate to establish the Navigator's Cup perpetual trophy. The Navigator's Class is a pursuit style race, with boat's starting based on their PHRF ratings, then converging towards, the finish. This provides exciting racing without the pressure of crowded start lines. Boats that have been sailing in this class throughout the Spring and Summer, will tell you how much fun this style of racing can be.
Want to try it first? There is still 1 MSSA Pursuit Race before the ACS Regatta (and 2 more after it). And the Port Jefferson Yacht Club has the "It's Not Over Yet" series, with races being conducted on Tuesday Evenings, 9/8, 9/15 and 9/22. It is open to anyone, regardless of club affiliation, and it is FREE! If you are interested in racing in the ACS Regatta Navigator's Class, why not get your boat and crew out get some practice on Tuesday nights. Register here for the PJYC series:
https://racetac.com/regattas.htm?id=131 (PJYC series)
If you need help in registering or getting a PHRF Rating, we will be happy to help you Email: This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.
Perhaps YOUR boat will be the first to win the Navigator's Cup!
American Cancer Society Regatta continues
John Baker, Doug Davies, and Doug Dalessio are putting together an ACS race (see attached NOR and Entry Form). Audra (This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.) will be collecting the Entry Forms and Bob (This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.) will keep track of the checks and prepare our donation to the ACS. The entry fee is only $85, but additional amounts will gladly be accepted. If you do not plan on racing your boat, you can still make a donation to our long running (45 consecutive years) tradition, by sending your check (for any amount), made out to Mount Sinai Sailing Association Foundation, Inc, and mail it to Mount Sinai Sailing Association, P.O. Box 291, Mount Sinai, NY 11766, before September 19th. No need to fill out an entry form.
Summer Series Start Sequence Updated
The summer series start sequence is modified. See the the amendment to the Sailing Instructions
New Bridge Elected
Congratulations to the new MSSA Bridge (left to right):
Fleet Captain - Craig Brekne
Vice Commodore - Haley DeCarlo
Secretary - Audra Mammina
Commodore - Kenneth Nilsen
Rear Commodore - Lauren Nilsen
Treasurer - Robert Lukachinski
and our sincere thanks to the outgoing bridge members for their guidance and service to the club.
End of Year Banquet photos
Photos are in the 2025 Socials Photo Gallery! Some of the thumbnails are rotated, but if you click the magnifier search to go to slideshow mode, the photos are all properly oriented.
ACS Regatta photos
Crew and awards ceremony photos are in the ACS 2025 Photo Gallery!
TBR ACS Regatta Story
The TBR had an on board reporter for this year's ACS regatta. Read the story here!
And a photo request from our Vice Commodore
I am in search of photos. If possible photos from the year 2000 and photos from 1975ish. I know there are not many founding members left but if possible that we could pull together 6 photos from the beginning of the club i would appreciate it. I am sure there are 6 photos from 2000 floating around. Hopefully atleast one of the bridge for those years?
Marks and Moorings Work Party
The Marks and Moorings work party was held on a very windy and sunny Apr. 27. More photos can be found on the Social Photos page.
March Meeting
In our March meeting, Fran Nilsen talked about wood repair and repurposing a portable A/C unit for use on board.
Congratulations to Norman Berhannan
We are beyond excited to share that our very own Norman Berhannan will be receiving the Service Award at the upcoming Beneath The Sea Expo on Saturday March 29th, 2025.🏅
Norman Berhannan has been an incredible asset to our club, continuously going above and beyond to promote scuba diving, safety, and education within our community. Whether it’s through their tireless volunteer work, mentorship, or passion for preserving our oceans, Norman Berhannan has truly made a lasting impact on all of us.
This recognition is a testament to Norman Berhannan's dedication and hard work. Please join us in celebrating this well-deserved honor as they receive the Service Award at the Expo!
Let’s all show our support and pride as Norman Berhannan represents our club at this prestigious event. We look forward to celebrating this special moment together!
Photos
MSSA photos are available using the photos menu item near the right side of the top menu bar. Please feel free to send photos, or a link to them, to This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.. We have a good start at racing photos, but none from the cruises yet!
Boat and Crew Finder
To help prospective crew to find race boats, and boats to find crew, we have set up a Boat and Crew Finder page. The information will be moderated by our Vice Commodore, and you submit your information at the finder page. There is a permanent link to the finder page in the Racing pull down menu.
About MSSA
The Mount Sinai Sailing Association is a non-profit sailing organization dedicated to affordable family cruising, racing, and social interaction among sailing enthusiasts in the area of Mount Sinai Harbor, Long Island, NY. The Association was founded in 1975 and now includes more than one hundred families. Most members own sailboats which are moored or docked in Mount Sinai Harbor or Port Jefferson, but membership is open to anyone interested in sailing on the Long Island Sound, regardless of boat ownership. Yearly activities include raft-ups, beach parties, cruises, and races during the sailing season. There are also monthly meetings and social activities in the off season. Come join us!