BBSA is honored to host two expert presentations scheduled for
Saturday, February 14, 2026 at ODUs Constant Hall Auditorium.
(S/V HALAHA and the expert on tides and currents in the southern Bay and beyond).
Southern Bay currents routinely challenge all sailors. Jeff will discuss how to recognize current conditions and changes, and how to navigate most effectively whether racing or cruising.
Hear from expert sailmakers how to gain the best performance from your sails (and boat) through improved understanding of sail types and trimming them for performance.
Saturday, February 14 at ODU Constant Hall Auditorium, 49th St & Bluestone Ave.
There will be a $20 registration fee that will include breakfast refreshments, bagels w/fixins, donuts, coffee, soft drinks. Register/pay in advance. Free parking is provided in the parking garage directly across 49th St. from Constant Hall on levels 1 thru 3. (See map).
Larry Baun, BBSA Training Captain
BBSA Members! We invite you to join volunteers from across the state. Read below.
SAIL BEYOND CANCER® VIRGINIA Honoring those challenged by cancer by harnessing the healing powers of wind, water, and sail
On June 12, 2025, the fourth chapter of Sail Beyond Cancer® officially launched its inaugural season in Virginia with its first mission sail aboard s/v Solace, a 2016 Beneteau Oceanis 41.1 that was generously donated to the organization. In its first season, more than 350 individuals “left cancer at the dock” while on a private, 3-hour mission sail... at no cost to them!
Each SBC VA mission sail is crewed by a team of three dedicated volunteers (Captain, First Mate & Ambassador), who are committed to bringing people together on the water to help ease the stresses, fears, and unknowns that cancer brings. Every respite sail is an opportunity for an individual challenged by cancer to make precious memories with the loved ones and caregivers who have also been impacted by their diagnosis.
The 2026 Sailing Season is positioned to be a year of growth as we continue to develop relationships within the oncology community. As part of our growth, we are building out our Hybrid Boat Program in which vessel owners use their own boats to host mission sails. In addition to expanding capacity, adding new departure locations will allow for increased accessibility for the nominees and their loved ones. Cancer patients are nominated from across the state, and in 2025, one-third were from Southside Hampton Roads. Our goal for 2026 is to have several vessels departing from Norfolk (Little Creek/Willoughby), Hampton, and Deltaville.
BBSA Members! We invite you to join volunteers from across the state at our 2026 Volunteer Kickoff on Saturday, February 21. The kickoff will be a great opportunity for new and returning volunteers to meet and mingle – I hope you can join us and be inspired for a season of impact!
Please RSVP at: SBCV RSVP (by Sun, Feb 15), and don’t hesitate to reach out with any questions!
Kim Lawver Executive Director Sail Beyond Cancer ® Virginia 757.202.8337 kim.sbcva@sailbeyondcancer.org
The Annual Cruise Planning meeting is on February 25th, 2026. It is from 6:00 pm-9:00 pm in the Commodore's Dining Room (upstairs) at Hampton Yacht Club.
We will have a 45-minute social with some hors d'oeuvres and a bar. Our dinner will be served at 6:45 pm. Our planning meeting will follow. We hope that you bring a few great cruises to our summer plans.
The Dinner Buffet is ~$25 (per person). Payments for non-HYC members will be collected near the end of the meeting. Cash bar.
Marking the 250th anniversary of our nation’s founding, a fleet of international tall ships will sail into the port of Virginia on June 19, 2026. The 26 nautical mile spectacular parade will feature ships from around the world sailing together into downtown Norfolk.
Broad Bay Sailing Association will be participating in the Escort Fleet forming the Parade of Sail. Sign up now to be part of our fleet! Sail alongside the tall ships! To be in the BBSA Fleet, you must register with us by February 28!! Note: This date may be extended depending on response.
On Friday, June 19, 2026, The Parade of Sail escorting the international tall ship fleet will depart from the Lynnhaven Anchorage off the Virginia Beach Shore Drive Lesner Bridge area, sail through Hampton Roads, and into the Elizabeth River.
More details can be found on the official website.
https://sail250virginia.com/boaters
After signing up to be part of the BBSA Escort Fleet, each BBSA registrant/owner of a participating vessel must also complete a Sail250® Virginia “Escort Fleet” Individual Boater Registration Form (link shown below), to be submitted by April 15, 2026.
https://sail250virginia.com/application/files/8717/7004/0626/Sail250_Virginia_Escort_Fleet_Registration_for_Yacht_and_Boat_Clubs_-_Fillable_Updated_2-6-26.pdf
Key Dates:
After the Parade of Sail to Waterside, vessels wishing to stay in the area are strongly recommended to anchor at Hospital Point as early as possible. Due to the high boat traffic expected in the area all are advised to have appropriate anchor and navigation lights for large boats and also dinghies. Some boats will simply return to their homeport rather than anchor overnight.
More information to follow closer to the event.Scott Patterson
s/v Kobayashi Maru BBSA Cruising https://www.broadbaysailing.org/Cruising
Four Days of FREE Public Events in Downtown Norfolk – June 19-23, 2026*
(*all schedules subject to change. Visit sail250virginia.com for the updated information.)
"Broad Bay Sailing Association" is a non-profit organization. Virginia Beach, VA 23454
