2026 Ted Pike Memorial Race Photos
The Port Townsend Sailing Association (PTSA) mission is to promote sailing on Port Townsend Bay and surrounding waters; to provide opportunities for youth and adults in the greater Port Townsend community to learn and improve sailboat handling; to foster sailboat racing and seamanship; and to preserve and celebrate the legacy of traditional wooden sailboats. Founded in 2006, PTSA builds on a rich heritage that includes the Wooden Boat Foundation, the Quimper Tars, and the Wooden Yacht Racing Association.
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Dog Days Series – Races 2 & 3
The Dog Days races appear well named.
RACE 2 (08/14/15)
The weather forecast was for NW winds at 10 kts. and possible showers. The RC arrived at the boat haven […]
Race to Alaska Video – Team FreeBurd
This professional quality 30 minute video tells the tale of Tripp and Chris Burd’s experience in the Race to Alaska in a 22ft beach catamaran. Two of their friends followed them, […]
Port Commissioner Candidate’s Websites
The upcoming race for Port Commissioner features two excellent candidates: Steve Tucker and Diana Talley. We encourage you to learn more about the candidates and intend to give the issues […]
![PTSA member Guy Hupy and the SPARKLE crew won "First in Division" and "First Overall Monohull" at the 45th Annual Shaw Island Classic. <br>Photo by Kim [...]
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Dog Days Series 2015 – Race 1
The Dog Days Series got off to a great start, a beautiful evening with wind to spare that persisted.
With the wind Northwest 10 – 12 kts and building, gusts to […]
Tips for Sailing Upwind – Geometry and Wind Shifts
In this podcast the presenter reviews laylines, ladder rungs, and the danger of getting too close to the edge of the course. Additionally, it shows just how much a […]
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Our sponsors help keep the club going by contributing to clubhouse rent, insurance, moorage, boat upkeep and more! If you would like to learn more about PTSA sponsorship click here.
Pete Langley, owner of the foundry, is a long time sailor and supporter of PTSA. He and his crew created the letters for the new clubhouse sign and kindly donated them to us. For all you marine hardware needs go visit the foundry!