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And that’s a wrap on a successful 2025 NWSA Conference! We had a wonderful time gaining knowledge, learning new skills and having fun. Thank you to all who attended, volunteered and/or sponsored this year’s event. Hope to see you at the next one! Check out photos below. 

Click on the picture to read more!! Kathy Sinnet, winner of BoatUS/NWSA Leadership in Women’s Sailing Award (Photo: © JanPehrson.com)

ST. PETERSBURG, Fla., June 9, 2025 – Since 1999, the BoatUS/NWSA Leadership in Women’s Sailing Award has recognized extraordinary women who have inspired, educated and enriched the lives of women through sailing. This year’s honoree, Kathy Sinnett of Daytona Beach, Florida, continues the tradition in epitomizing the exceptional skill, leadership, and dedication to promoting opportunities for women to embrace the joy and challenge of the sport of sailing.

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UNIQUE But FAMILIAR: THE 69TH Annual National Family Island Regatta, sailed April 22-26 in George Town, Bahamas. Observations from the Outside

Article by Del Olsen, Photos by Jan Pehrson

I have much experience racing sailboats of many sizes in many settings, and much experience as a race organizer for national and international sailing events. This year I attended a Bahamian Wooden Sloop Regatta for the first time. These are my observations.

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Article by Del Olsen, Photos by Jan Pehrson
The first thing that strikes you about the 2025 National Family Island Regatta, sailed on Elizabeth Harbor in the Southern Exumas, is simply the venue. Crystal clear water that shames any swimming pool for its shades of teal and aquamarine blue. With a water temperature of 78°F and air temperature to match, and white sand beaches that make sugar blush, the venue is simply stunning.

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A huge thank you Jan Pehrson for capturing these amazing moments from the 69th Annual National Family Island Regatta! Jan, Your passion for sloop sailing shines through every one of your shots.

We’re grateful for your years of dedication to telling the story of our beloved sport through your lens!

View more amazing photos from past and future Regattas on her website at www.janpehrson.com