Join Denver Sailing Association for an evening of craft spirits and camaraderie as we gather to celebrate the upcoming sailing season! Whether you’re a seasoned racer, a weekend cruiser, or new to the crew, this is the perfect opportunity to connect with fellow sailors, learn more about Denver sailing, and gear up for season.
Get the inside scoop on upcoming regattas, social events, and ways to get involved with the club. Whether you’re looking to join a boat, build your skills, or just meet like-minded sailing enthusiasts, this is the place to be!
What to Expect:
Enjoy handcrafted cocktails and locally distilled spirits while mingling with club members, skippers, and potential crew mates.
Relaxed, and intimate space with no set arrive/leave times.
Meet skippers and crews looking for new team members. Learn about club membership, racing opportunities, and social events.
We would love to personally welcome new and/or potential members!
RSVP
RSVP appreciated but not required. Those new to DSA, this will help us stay in contact with you.
The Denver Sailing Association (DSA), as the organizing authority (OA), will conduct the 2025 Rocky Mountain Shootout/Hornblower Regatta on Cherry Creek Reservoir, Cherry Creek State Park, Aurora, CO on May 17 – 18, 2025.
The Regatta is open to all Keelboats and non-self-righting boats (Dinghies). One Design fleets with four (4) or more entries will be recognized as a class. Anticipated classes are Santana 20s, J22, PHRF, Lightning, Melges 15, Laser, and Portsmouth.
Additional classes may be established at the discretion of the Race Committee (RC). Classes may be formed into divisions for starting purposes and courses.
First warning signal 1200, subsequent signals & races to follow
Dinner after all races finish
Sunday May 18, 2024
On-site Registration/Check-in 0900-1000
First warning signal 1100, subsequent signals & races to follow
No race warnings after 1500
Regatta Registration
Fees for the 2025 Rocky Mountain Shootout/Hornblower Regatta are $100 for boats greater than 17 feet in length ($90 for current DSA Members) and $80 for boats 17 feet or less in length ($70 for current DSA Members). These fees must be paid prior to May 9, 2025. Fees and registrations received after May 9, 2025, are subject to a $30 late fee. Junior fees (age 18 and under) are $35.00 with no late fee.
Online registration will be open through the button below, COMING SOON, until midnight Friday May 9, 2025. After this, on-site registration will be available at the DSA Clubhouse during the event’s registration/check times.
Junior racers can register by emailing Community Sailing of Colorado at [email protected].
Regatta Meals
Saturday Breakfast – Included with Registration
Bagels & Spread, Coffee, and Orange Juice will be available 0900 – 1100.
Saturday Dinner – $25 Per Person
Dinner tickets are $25 per person and includes food and drinks.
Tickets will be available for purchased ahead of time through the button below, COMING SOON, till midnight Friday May 9, 2025. Only limited number of tickets will be available day of at the DSA clubhouse.
All boats new to Cherry Creek Reservoir must be first inspected and decontaminated of any and all invasive species.
Cherry Creek State Park has two boat ramps available for launching. The western ramp is the one located right by the Cherry Creek Marina and Denver Sailing Association.
You can check the park’s decon and boat ramp hours on their website.
Marina Storage
You may contact the Cherry Creek Marina manager, Tim, at (970) 409-2985 to inquire about temporary storage of visiting boat at the marina.
Date: Tuesday, March 25th, 2025
Time: 7:00 – 9:00 PM
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