Columbia River Sailing Association

Bartlett Landing- Cruise Cancelled - Dock Still Available
2020-09-18 - 2020-09-20 | Schwitter Landing, Government Island 45°35’1.16″N 122°30’53.58″W, (copy Lat/Long to Google Maps or Earth)
Dear Crew,
In our last email we noted that the reservations CRSA has for a September cruise were at Schwitter Landing. That location has been changed. We have swapped with Rose City Yacht Club. Now our reservations are at Bartlett Landing.
Therefore, if any of you would like to send a notice for an informal cruise for September 18-20, and take advantage of the fact that a club cruise has been planned for that destination, please make it for Bartlett Landing rather than Schwitter.
Sincerely,
Tamme Appel
Commodore

An Informal cruise is when a CRSA member simply sends an email to:
crsa-crew@googlegroups.com inviting any interested members to join them.

We suggest the following as standards for CRSA informal cruises:
1. Wear or have masks ready when walking on docks or on park grounds.
2. Maintain six feet or more of separation between your bubble and anyone else on the docks.
3. Take extra consideration when using chairs, tables or canopies on the docks. These restrict passage and make the six foot separation difficult. If in doubt, don’t put them out.
Thank you for your understanding in this matter. We all look forward to the end of the restrictions.

Coon Island East Dock -Cruise Cancelled-Dock Still Available
2020-10-16 - 2020-10-18 | Coon Island – East Dock 45°46’04.0″N 122°48’58.1″W, (Copy Lat/Long to Google Maps or Earth), OR, United States
This cruise as a organized event has been cancelled this year due to Covid 19.
The dock however is still reserved for CRSA for October 16-18 if anyone would like to take advantage of the location. If you plan on going to Coon Island that weekend for an informal cruise, please send a notice to other crew members.

An Informal cruise is when a CRSA member simply sends an email to:
crsa-crew@googlegroups.com inviting any interested members to join them.

We suggest the following as standards for CRSA informal cruises:
1. Wear or have masks ready when walking on docks or on park grounds.
2. Maintain six feet or more of separation between your bubble and anyone else on the docks.
3. Take extra consideration when using chairs, tables or canopies on the docks. These restrict passage and make the six foot separation difficult. If in doubt, don’t put them out.
Thank you for your understanding in this matter. We all look forward to the end of the restrictions.

Annual Meeting--It's Virtual
2021-01-19 18:30 - 20:00 (America/Los_Angeles)
Join us for the annual meeting. Because of Covid restrictions it will be on Zoom. Get together starts at 6:30 with updates from the Board.
At 7pm, Ruth Fitz, General Manager of Cook Engines Inc, will speak to us about caring for our diesel engines.
Click here for the agenda
Here’s bit of a bio about Ruth Fitz:
Ruth’s grandfather purchased Cook Engine from Mr. Cook in 1962, and moved Cook Engine from under the sellwood bridge to Vancouver way (where Jubitz is now) and then in 1980 to the location that it now sits. Ruth was babysat in the office she now works in, in the 80s.
Ruth says:
When I was 13 yrs old I proclaimed to my grandfather that I was going to be a mechanic and while he may have been skeptical, as always he held no limits on the women in his life.
In 2000 I started working the summers at Cook engine while in high school behind the parts counter and in the office. After graduating high school in the Gresham area, I enrolled into Diesel School while continuing to work at Cook Engine.
This year I mark 20 years working for my family’s business. While I do not physically do a lot of wrenching, I pride myself in being helpful to the technicians, and my customers.
Outside of work I stay very busy, spending time with Family and Friends, volunteering with Girl Scouts, fishing, hunting, snowmobiling, water-skiing, off-roading, crafting, woodworking, gardening, & hanging out with my goats, and pets

Love Your Boat Party--It's Virtual Of Course
2021-02-19 19:00 - 21:00
How this works…
Wrap a gift you got for your boat in the past year and be ready to unwrap and share the thrill with your fellow members.

There will be prizes for

Best wrapped gift to a boat
Best gift to a boat
Best REAL background decor (no virtual please)

Racing Rules for Sailing-ZOOM class
2021-03-13 09:30 - 14:30 | Zoom – Virtual, ONLINE
For you racers in the association, OCSA is sponsoring a Zoom seminar of “The Racing Rules of Sailing”. Saturday March 13th. First session starts at 9:30 and it goes through 2:30 with a lunch break. An afternoon session is geared towards race officials. It’s $12 and you can register with sailpdx.org.
For the full details on the sessions click HERE.

Virtual Crew Meeting with Guest Speaker
2021-03-20 18:15 - 20:00 | Zoom – Virtual, ONLINE
Mark your calendars and activate your Door-Dash account for our March Crew Meeting:

It’s Virtual —

Join your fellow sailors for dinner at your desk as well touch base with each other, get to know our newest members, and discuss the upcoming boating season and how we will safely get back to our monthly cruises.

Our featured speaker for the evening will be Captain Mary Schuck. Mary is a member of the US Coast Guard Auxiliary and not just any member — she is Vice Commander and the Flotilla Staff Officer for Marine Safety in Flotilla 76. She will present the “Good Mate Program” which focuses on marine safety and good stewardship of our waters.
Mary is also a member of CRSA, sailing Sanctuary, a Catalina 34.

In addition to Mary, Webmaster, Mike Unsworth has offered to stay afterwards for a brief CRSA Website tutorial. Our chance to learn how to sign in!

So change up your routine and save your Saturday night movie for another time and come Zoom with your fellow sailors.

Zoom Link

Portland Boat Show 2021
2021-03-24 - 2021-03-28 | Portland Boat Show, 2060 N Marine Drive, Portland, 97217, United States
Details Here: Portland Sportsman and Boat Show 2021

Bartlett Landing - Proceeding with Caution
2021-04-16 - 2021-04-18 | Bartlett Landing, Government Island 45°34’40.3″N 122°29’03.6″W, (copy Lat/Long to Google Maps or Earth), OR
2021 Safety Cruise (Covid rules still in effect, mask up please)
RSVP HERE (login required)
Friday – We will listen for your arrival on VHF 72.

5 “ish” Happy Hour on the dock. (Yes, we are still wearing masks on this cruise)
Dinner on your own
Dusk-Safety check- Vessel lights

Saturday

1000 – Vessel Safety Check – Are you ready for the year? Form link below.
1100 – Life Vest Checks. Correct fittings and ratings. Crew overboard video and discussion.
1200 – Lunch on your own. Socially distanced on the dock.
1330 – Review of “Safety at Sea” course from Liv.
1530 – Group activity
1830 – Dinner on you own on the dock. PLEASE maintain a social distance.

Sunday

0930 – Signature Breakfast. There is a prize for the best breakfast on your own. Bill and Liv will provide Champagne and OJ to kick it off.

Vessel Safety Check Form HERE

35th Annual Columbia River Ladies Cruise
2021-05-14 - 2021-05-16 | Schwitter Landing, Government Island 45°35’1.16″N 122°30’53.58″W, (copy Lat/Long to Google Maps or Earth)
To All Ladies of Columbia River Sailing Association,
We want to make sure you all know about the upcoming annual Columbia River Ladies Cruise. This cruise is for women boaters of all clubs or no clubs, with a boat or without a boat (many women with boats are happy to have crew for this cruise).

For further information see the FLYER.

Coon Island - East Dock -Proceeding with Caution
2021-05-21 - 2021-05-23 | Coon Island – East Dock 45°46’04.0″N 122°48’58.1″W, (Copy Lat/Long to Google Maps or Earth), OR, United States
Hosted by Sailing Muse and Romance.
Nautical trivia is the theme of this cruise. And don’t just start packing, start studying! Because you will be competing for prizes and bragging rights as our nautical term knowledge is challenged.
SPECIAL ALERT–If you were planning on leaving early – Vancouver RR bridge is closed on Thursday May 20th from 0700-1900 for RR track repairs.

St Helens City Dock--CANCELLED due to Extreme weather
2021-06-25 - 2021-06-27 | St. Helen’s Oregon – City Dock, 275 Strand Street, St Helens, OR, 97051, United States
Hosted by the crew of Priceless.
Due to the temperature forecasts for this weekend, the cruise to St Helens must be cancelled. We hope that we will be able to hold it on another weekend; we’ll get back to you as soon as possible on that matter.
If you are planning to go downriver this weekend, please remember that the Vancouver Railroad Bridge may not open when temperatures are high. You may want to call the Vancouver RR Bridge; the phone number is:360-418-6320
Explore your creative boat building skills.

Boat Building Fun Criteria:

Small sailboat no taller than 12 inches from the waterline. Keels are optional.
Cardboard, waxed paper, wooden skewers and scrap fabric.
Glue, tape, crayons or markers
Waterproofing is optional (crayons, melted wax, acrylic spray paint, etc)
You can start creating, designing, and even building whenever you wish.
We will bring supplies in case you forget.
Want a race???

>>>RSVP CLICK HERE <<< Cancelled

Friday

4pm Happy Hour – We will listen to VHF 72 for your arrival.
Dinner on your own in town or on the docks.

Saturday

2pm – Boat building fun.
5pm – Dinner on your own or with the crew.

Sunday

9am – Breakfast on the docks (bring your own).

Covid Guidelines: Oregon is currently on track to lift risk restrictions by June 21st. If that does not occur, current rules would apply. As they relate to outdoor events – masks are not required for fully vaccinated individuals. For those unvaccinated or in a high risk category, masks and social distance are strongly recommended.

Bartlett Landing
2021-07-16 - 2021-07-18 | Bartlett Landing, Government Island 45°34’40.3″N 122°29’03.6″W, (copy Lat/Long to Google Maps or Earth), OR
“Celebrate Mask Independence Day!” say our hosts, John & Angie from Clair de Lune.
Dress yourself or your boat in the Cruise Colors of Red, White, and Blue!
Friday – Arrive and enjoy Happy Hour on the docks. We will listen for you on channel 72.
Saturday – 10 AM—Celebrate with a Cuban Yoyo Demonstration and Corn Hole Contest!
Afternoon sailing if the wind is up.
Dinner is still on your own but hopefully BBQ and prepare to gather safely and enjoy the company!
Sunday is a leisure day!
<<<RSVP HERE>>>

Sand Island - Upper Dock - Rendezvous
2021-08-20 - 2021-08-22 | Sand Island, St. Helens, Oregon 45°52’06.8″N 122°47’40.1″W, (copy Lat/Long to Google Maps or Earth)
Annual Rendezvous

Sail around the world to your favorite international port of call!
Click here for Sailing Chef Rules.
Click here for Guidelines for your Port of Call.

Cook up an appetizer, dish, or dessert from your favorite port.
Dress like a local!
Decorate your boat to fit your favorite port.
Games
Prizes
Join the regatta

RSVP NOW (Click Here) to help us plan for events and prizes.
And of course, click here for the Rendezvous SWAG Shop.

Schwitter Landing
2021-09-17 - 2021-09-19 | Schwitter Landing, Government Island 45°35’1.16″N 122°30’53.58″W, (copy Lat/Long to Google Maps or Earth)
Calling all the CRSA pirates of the Columbia.
Ahoy maties. Join this swashbuckling cruise.
Be prepared for the followin’ or we’ll make ya walk thee plank!!!
Fri. 6:00pm- Come to the galley to share ye favorite grub(appetizer)

-If yee so inclined…throw up yee favorite Piratey decorations.

Sat. 10:30am- We’ll be brushin’ up on all our sailing knowledge to sharpen our skills for our next raid…. So be sure to report to the Galley at 10:30 SHARP or we’ll be havin ya swab thee decks.
Sat. 4pm– show your vision of what ye think a real Scalleywag pirate would look like and dress appropriately…If yee so inclined…
6:30 pm – bring out some grub to feed the Crew..
Thems deemed to have the most piraty spirit, just may find the “treasure” aboard yee boat when yee head home.

Sunday- 10:30am Grub for all back in thee Galley
Don’t argue none…JUST BE THERE!!

RSVP RIGHT HERE
Your Captain Gary(Molika) and First Mate Steph(Wildheart)

Coon Island - East Dock
2021-10-15 - 2021-10-17 | Coon Island – East Dock 45°46’04.0″N 122°48’58.1″W, (Copy Lat/Long to Google Maps or Earth), OR, United States
Spooky Times—So far our host is a ghost!
Click HERE if you dare to reveal what awaits in the CRSA chamber of horrors, but be forewarned you might never return.
Only the brave can RSVP here.

CRSA Annual Meeting -Zoom !DATE CHANGE !
2021-11-20 18:30 - 20:00 | Zoom – Virtual, ONLINE
DATE CHANGED To November 20th
It’s time for the annual CRSA meeting. Join us as we introduce new members, elect new officers, and plan for next years events.
Thinking about hosting a cruise for 2022? CLICK to see the possibilities.
Zoom link will be included in the email announcement.
Log in to see the zoom link HERE.
Hopefully it’s the last time we have to have a Zoom meeting!

Portland Boat Show
2022-01-12 - 2022-01-16 | Portland Boat Show, 2060 N Marine Drive, Portland, 97217, United States
Portland Boat Show is back!
Expo Center January 12-16.
CRSA will be staffing a booth to promote our association. Click Boat Show 2022 to see available date and time slots for the CRSA booth.

Love Your Boat Party
2022-03-26 18:30 - 21:00
It’s February so it’s time for… A change...We are moving this event to March. More details coming soon!

6:30 in East Vancouver. (RSVP below for the exact address.)
It’s a “love your dish” potluck.
How it works…
Wrap a gift for your boat in the past year and be prepared to unwrap and share the thrill with you fellow members. Prizes are awarded for:
1-Best wrapped gift to a boat. 2-Best gift to a boat. 3-Winner of the LVB party game.
Help us plan for this event. RSVP-Closed
Please bring a couple chairs and a boat (small) table.

Bartlett Landing - Safety Cruise
2022-04-22 - 2022-04-24 | Bartlett Landing, Government Island 45°34’40.3″N 122°29’03.6″W, (copy Lat/Long to Google Maps or Earth), OR
Annual Safety Cruise 2022

More details TBD. This year the Commodore will be the host.
Vessel inspections will be available from Mary Schuck. Check out the vessel safety sheet HERE.
Review the latest rules for fire extinguishers HERE.
RSVP HERE

36th Annual Columbia River Ladies Cruise
2022-05-13 - 2022-05-15 | Schwitter Landing, Government Island 45°35’1.16″N 122°30’53.58″W, (copy Lat/Long to Google Maps or Earth)
To All Ladies of Columbia River Sailing Association,
We want to make sure you all know about the upcoming annual Columbia River Ladies Cruise. This cruise is for women boaters of all clubs or no clubs, with a boat or without a boat (many women with boats are happy to have crew for this cruise).

Coon Island - East Dock. NOTE CHANGE of VENUE
2022-05-20 - 2022-05-22 | Coon Island – East Dock 45°46’04.0″N 122°48’58.1″W, (Copy Lat/Long to Google Maps or Earth), OR, United States
We are changing the location of this cruise to Coon Island, East Dock. Martin Island is cancelled this year.
RSVP HERE

St Helens City Dock
2022-06-24 - 2022-06-26 | St. Helen’s Oregon – City Dock, 275 Strand Street, St Helens, OR, 97051, United States
We had to cancel last year because “The Great Heat Dome”.

We can expect the crew of Priceless to dust off last years missed fun and games.
Explore your creative boat building skills.
Our hosts are bringing supplies such as:

Cardboard, waxed paper, wooden skewers and scrap fabric.
Glue, tape, crayons or markers
You can bring colored markers and or paint to liven up your “ship”.
Want a race??? St Helens is always good for a breeze.

Friday

4pm Happy Hour – We will listen to VHF 72 for your arrival.
Dinner on your own in town or on the docks.

Saturday

2pm – Boat building fun.
5pm – Dinner on your own or with the crew.

Sunday

9am – Breakfast on the docks (bring your own).

A word of caution if you arriving between the upriver tip of Sand Island and Warrior point; The wingdam extending from Sand Island has been heavily damaged. Sauvie Island Junction Light normally affixed to a piling has been replaced with a RGR buoy.

Bartlett Landing
2022-07-22 - 2022-07-24 | Bartlett Landing, Government Island 45°34’40.3″N 122°29’03.6″W, (copy Lat/Long to Google Maps or Earth), OR
Hosted by SV Sailing Muse & SV Romance.
Come join us for a relaxing weekend at Bartlett Landing July 22-24. This will be a laid back weekend. Get together with fellow sailors and share stories and experiences. Come with chairs, your favorite beverage, ideas, tips and tricks, Anything goes!
Usual format of appetizers Friday, potluck dinner Saturday and brunch Sunday am.
Bartlett is pet friendly! No burrs! See you there!!
RSVP HERE

Annual Rendezvous at Sand Island
2022-08-19 - 2022-08-21 | Sand Island, St. Helens, Oregon 45°52’06.8″N 122°47’40.1″W, (copy Lat/Long to Google Maps or Earth)
“Under the Sea” is this years theme.

You can help us plan for prizes and events by submitting your RSVP NOW. (Yes it’s getting closer). 17 boats already RSVP’d
Link to Café Press for this years “Swag Shop” —SWAG HERE—
Rules for the Sailing Chef Contest can be found HERE.

Beacon Rock - CANCELLED
2022-09-09 - 2022-09-11 | Beacon Rock, Skamania WA 45°37’19.8″N 122°01’12.8″W, (copy Lat/Long to Google Maps or Earth)
THIS EVENT IS CANCELLED FOR 2022. Those that have already RSVP’d are aware of the cancellation and the circumstances.
This will be a relaxing 2-night stay at beautiful Beacon Rock State Park in Skamania county. Some sailors may want to continue on to Hood River through Bonneville locks following this event.
For the crew members coming from a longer distance, consider meeting up Thursday evening at Bartlett Landing for an early start on Friday.
The theme for this event is ”Discovery”. There will be a game of “River Bingo” and an afternoon hike up Beacon rock for those interested. Come and have fun!
Showers, toilets and picnic grounds are close to the dock. As a reminder, Washington State Parks charge a fee per night. It’s 70 cents per foot ($15 minimum) plus $6 if you want power. If you have a Washington State Mooring Permit, it is valid here.

The Schedule:
Friday
Arrive, relax & mingle. Call ahead on channel 72 when you are close.
6 PM – happy hour
Saturday
Wake up. Breakfast on your own.
10:00 AM – River Bingo cards distributed
1:00 PM – Beacon rock hike. Moderately challenging, 532 foot elevation change, 2 miles round-trip.
6:30 PM – happy hour and CRSA potluck dinner. River Bingo winners announced.
Sunday
9:00 Am- CRSA signature potluck breakfast.
10:00 AM – Bon Voyage.
Continuing on to Hood River through the Bonneville Locks for those interested in extending the weekend.
RSVP Here EVENT CANCELLED FOR 2022

Coon Island - East Dock
2022-10-21 - 2022-10-23 | Coon Island – East Dock 45°46’04.0″N 122°48’58.1″W, (Copy Lat/Long to Google Maps or Earth), OR, United States
It’s Halloween time!
The crew from SV Feather is hosting this frightful cruise.
RSVP HERE
Schedule of events:
Friday 10/21 –
5:30 PM – Arrive at the east dock and call VHF 72 for dock line assistance
7:00 PM – Appetizers and drinks
8:00 PM ish – Movie (if all the bits come together)
Saturday 10/22 –
Breakfast and lunch on your own
Prior to 1:00 – judge boat decorations
1:00 PM – Scavenger hunt (judged)
6:00 PM – Potluck dinner – wear your costume to dinner and bring your best spooky dish for
judgement by all.
7:00 PM ish – pumpkin carving (judged) and fire at the shelter.
Sunday 10/23 –
8:30 – Potluck breakfast or on your own (not judged)
9:30 AM – Prizes and farewells

Annual Meeting - Rose City Yacht Club
2022-11-12 18:00 - 20:00 | Rose City Yacht Club (RCYC), 3737 NE Marine Drive, Portland, OR, 97211, United States
This years general meeting will be in person for the first time in two years. We will be meeting at the Rose City Yacht Club. Watch your email for your one time entry code. (Didn’t get the email? Check your spam filter)
We will be electing flag officers and outlining next years cruise schedule. Check out next years schedule online and consider hosting a cruise next year.
Portland rigger, Butch Bogan will discuss rig inspection and tuning.
We are planning a potluck. The club will provide non-alcoholic drinks and dessert.

Portland Boat Show
2023-01-11 - 2023-01-15 | Portland Boat Show, 2060 N Marine Drive, Portland, 97217, United States
Portland Boat Show is back!
Expo Center January 11-15.
CRSA will be staffing a booth to promote our association.
LINK to sign up sheet

Love Your Boat Party 2023-Weather Caused Date Change
2023-03-04 18:00 - 21:00
It’s February so it’s time for…
Well the weather did it to us! New date March 4th
6:00 in East Vancouver. (RSVP below for the exact address.)
It’s a “love your dish” potluck.
How it works…
Wrap a gift for your boat in the past year and be prepared to unwrap and share the thrill with you fellow members. Prizes are awarded for:
1-Best wrapped gift to a boat. 2-Best gift to a boat. 3-Winner of the LVB party game.
Help us plan for this event. RSVP HERE.
Please bring a couple chairs and a boat (small) table.
Hosted by Liv and Bill Ormond.

Crew Meeting with Guest Speaker
2023-03-24 18:00 - 20:00 | Elmers in Parkrose, 10001 NE Sandy Blvd, Portland, OR, 97220, United States
Getting ready for the sailing season with a crew meeting & dinner. (A gratuity is automatically added to your dinner bill to defray the cost of the meeting room)
Help us plan for the meeting RSVP HERE.
This year our speaker will be Rachel Wold from nvs.nanoos.org.
Weather and sea surface conditions in the Pacific Northwest are highly variable so mariners need accurate and up to date information when planning their next trip on the water. The Northwest Association of Networked Ocean Observing Systems (NANOOS), part of the U.S. Integrated Ocean Observing System (IOOS), provides these near-real time observations and forecasts. The NANOOS Visualization System (NVS) is a free online portal with applications developed for the maritime community. Learn how to use the NVS Boaters App’s networked ocean observing data and other tools like digital NOAA nautical charts, routing capabilities and marina information to safely navigate our waters.
