2025 Last Chance Regatta 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.
Latest News and Information
NOTE: The race will be using the Bang-and-go-Back format! Click on the poster for details and to sign up.
Revised Racing Schedule for 2024
Here is the revised racing calendar for 2024. The big change of note is that PHRF races will be held on Wednesday evenings (no Friday races) in conjunction with the […]
Cruising on a Mini-Platform, on a Big Ocean, With an Open Heart
PTSA member for life, Josh Wheeler, is currently cruising in the Sea of Cortez on his Pacific Seacraft Flicka 20. He is headed for Chile, and from there who knows? […]
Brion Toss Yacht Riggers Featured In Latest Tally Ho Video
PTSA board member Jen Bates, as well as Ian Weedman, and Chance Bates are all shown doing their magic down at the Brion Toss rigging loft at Point Hudson. […]
Doug Jones On The Cover of Wooden Boat Magazine
Doug, board member of PTSA, is shown working on the restoration of the 1938 Spidsgatter “Helma”. Robert d’Arcy (Schooner Martha) lead the project. Pete Langley (Port Townsend Foundry), and Ian […]
Sir Isaac Wins Division in Winter Vashon Race
The results for the 2023 version of the Winter Vashon Race show that Sir Isaac, owned by Ann and John Bailey got first in their division of eleven boats! […]
PTSA Annual Report 2023
Here is outgoing president Roland Nikles’ Annual Report, which he presented at the end of year member’s meeting and awards party on November 16, 2023. […]
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Sponsor Highlight
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!