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The Great Chesapeake Bay Schooner Race
The GCBSR was founded to promote public awareness of the Chesapeake Bay’s maritime heritage and encourage the preservation and improvement of the Chesapeake’s natural resources. We accomplish this goal by presenting educational programs and supporting regional organizations who share this vision.
A great idea for the winter months
Check out Sea Stories
Recorded webinars with captains, boat builders, sailors and educators. Here are just a few:
Results are in: The 2025 Great Chesapeake Bay Schooner Race
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. Read more about the Bay Race
The 2025 GCBSR Virtual Race Fundraiser was a HUGE Success!
Congrats to Norfolk Rebel for taking first place and thanks to all for raising $72,333.19 to benefit organizations working to preserve and protect the Chesapeake Bay. Read more about the Virtual Race.
GCBSR Educational Grant Program
The GCBSR works year-round to support Chesapeake Bay education efforts with a special eye toward the next generation.
Congratulations to our 2025 grant recipients!
Our Promises To You
Promote awareness of the Chesapeake Bay’s heritage Encourage preservation of the Bay’s resources Support Chesapeake Bay education and clean-up efforts Bring historic schooners to the Bay Encourage schooner sailing and preservation
