Our Vision: A healthy Chesapeake Bay where vibrant maritime traditions and skills are preserved and passed on to future generations. Our Mission: Fostering stewardship and building community through traditional vessel racing and education on the Chesapeake Bay. More about our mission.
August 12-15, 2026
October 13-19, 2026
through the Bay Race, education and grant programs
2026 Great Chesapeake Bay Schooner Race
October 13-18
The Schooner Race is a friendly competition among majestic schooners and traditional vessels. The public is invited to watch the parade of sail in Baltimore, follow the participants online and visit the boats dockside in Norfolk.
GCBSR Sea Stories
Join us for a live webinar on September 22nd at 7:00 pm
Richard Cxurtis on Tristan Jones:
Insights and Excerpts of an Indomitable Soul
“Imagine, then, what it must feel like to write a fan letter to an author and have him contact you to tell you he would like you to become his literary agent. But in fact, that is precisely how I came to represent Tristan Jones.” Richard Curtis
Richard Curtis knew Tristan Jones as an author, adventurer and above all, an irrepressible character. In this interview we’ll tease Curtis’ memory about one of the most widely read sailing authors of the 20th century. Please register here.
Our 2026 Virtual Race Raised $66,244.76!
Thanks to all who participated and congratulations to our winning vessel
Norfolk Rebel
The Virtual Race is a totally online event. Instead of competing under sail, schooner teams race to raise money for area non-profits.
Congratulations to our 2026 GCBSR Educational Grant Recipients
The GCBSR works year-round to support Chesapeake Bay education efforts with a special eye toward the next generation.
