October 12-16, 2010
From Baltimore, Maryland, to Portsmouth, Virginia

The Great Chesapeake Bay Schooner Race (GCBSR) was founded to promote public awareness of the Chesapeake Bay's maritime heritage and to encourage the preservation and improvement of the Chesapeake's natural resources. We accomplish this goal by donating the proceeds of the race to one or more charitable organizations involved in conservation of the natural resources of the Chesapeake Bay. To date, $114,600 has been donated to support children's education programs of the Chesapeake Bay Foundation.

The race begins in Fells Point, in Baltimore, Maryland, and ends 127 nautical miles down the Chesapeake Bay in Portsmouth, Virginia. Entry is open to all schooner-rigged vessels.

We hope to have a fleet of fifty or more schooners participating in this year's 21st annual race. Please join us — as a sailor, sponsor, volunteer or spectator — to make the 2010 race another great event for all involved! Until then, we wish you fair winds and smooth sailing!

Massachusetts and Malabar original artwork donated by Pam Pahl.