We have socials after every race and various other social events throughout the year, along with an Annual Meeting and Awards Ceremony over the winter. All members are invited to attend all socials even if you don't race that day!

Go to the Sign up page to volunteer to bring food to one of the post-race socials at Whittaker Pointe Marina. Dinghy Sailors celebrate at Bow to Stern with beer and snacks after the race.

Upcoming events

  • Pursuit Race #1, Spinnaker Around the Buoys - Race #5

    • June 28, 2025
    • 12:30 - 16:00
    • Neuse River, Oriental, NE of SC1

    Logistics:

    Boats gather on the Neuse River off of Oriental, NC, generally north east of SC1.  We will run two events.  The Pursuit Race, intended for Cruising Boats,  will be around government marks with a pursuit start.  The Spinnaker Around the Buoys Race, intended for competitive spinnaker boats, will be around the buoys with the traditional 5 minute start.

    The full race schedule and race documents can be found at  www.orientaldinghyclub.com under "Racing in 2025"

    Pass this along to other racers so we can have a nice turnout.  Contact odc.race@gmail for questions.

    Registration:

    Please let us know who is coming by signing up here.  Registration is strongly encouraged so we can assign start times. 

    Cruising Pursuit Race

    One pursuit start race for cruising boats will be sailed around the government marks, Garbacon Shoal, "7", Adams Creek "AC1" and Oriental One "SC1". Time offsets will be announced over channel 78A.  All boats should check in with the race committee boat.  The first start will be at 1230. The start sequence will only be run for the first boat, with the warning signal at 1225.

    There will be  a skippers meeting at SailCraft Marina’s Sailing School office at 9:00 to review the race logistics and hand out Pursuit start off-set times.

    Spinnaker Around the Buoys Race

    We will run up to 4 races for spinnaker class around a course marked with ODC inflatable marks.   All boats should check in with the race committee boat. The first warning signal will be at 1300.  

    Crew Pool:

    • Interested in crewing?
    • Short-handed and need crew?  

    Find out more about our crew pool sign-up form  to add your name or find available crew.

    Looking for Front Row Seat?  

    Help out on the Grover -- our committee boat!  Sign up here.

    After Race Social at Whittaker Pointe Marina!

    All members welcome.  Please sign up to sponsor or bring a dish! 

    Still have questions? 

    Email odc.race@gmail.com




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  • Dinghy Race #5

    • June 29, 2025
    • 13:30 - 17:00
    • Bow To Stern, Oriental, NC

    Join Us for an Exciting Day of Dinghy Sailing!

    Whether you're a seasoned racer or just looking to enjoy a day on the water with fellow sailing enthusiasts, come out and test your skills against friendly competition!

    Logistics

    • The first warning signal will be at 1330.  
    • Dinghy launching will be at Bow to Stern at 290 Blackwell Point Loop Rd, Oriental, NC 28571. 
    • Trailered boats can be launched at the wildlife ramp at  301 Midyette St, Oriental, NC 28571.  Changing facilities and limited charter boats are also available at Bow to Stern.
    • Please let us know who is coming by signing up here so we know who to expect. Pass this along to other sailors so we can have a nice turnout.  
    • Please refer to the SI and NOR for more details.  The full race schedule and race documents can be found at  www.orientaldinghyclub.com under "Racing in 2025".

    Race Socials

    After the races, join us for a relaxed social gathering at Bow To Stern to share stories, compare notes, and enjoy the company of fellow sailors. And if you're interested in pre-race festivities, don't miss the Jam and Spinnaker Fleet socials at Whittaker Pointe Marina.  See the Jam and Spinnaker race events for details.

    Still have Questions?

    Send email to odc.race@gmail.com


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  • Pursuit Race #2, Spinnaker Around the Buoys - Race #6

    • July 19, 2025
    • 12:30 - 16:00
    • Neuse River, Oriental, NE of SC1

    Logistics:

    Boats gather on the Neuse River off of Oriental, NC, generally north east of SC1.  We will run two events.  The Pursuit Race, intended for Cruising Boats,  will be around government marks with a pursuit start.  The Spinnaker Around the Buoys Race, intended for competitive spinnaker boats, will be around the buoys with the traditional 5 minute start.

    The full race schedule and race documents can be found at  www.orientaldinghyclub.com under "Racing in 2025"

    Pass this along to other racers so we can have a nice turnout.  Contact odc.race@gmail for questions.

    Registration:

    Please let us know who is coming by signing up here.  Registration is strongly encouraged so we can assign start times. 

    Cruising Pursuit Race

    One pursuit start race for cruising boats will be sailed around the government marks, Garbacon Shoal, "7", Adams Creek "AC1" and Oriental One "SC1". Time offsets will be announced over channel 78A.  All boats should check in with the race committee boat.  The first start will be at 1230. The start sequence will only be run for the first boat, with the warning signal at 1225.

    There will be  a skippers meeting at SailCraft Marina’s Sailing School office at 9:00 to review the race logistics and hand out Pursuit start off-set times.

    Spinnaker Around the Buoys Race

    We will run up to 4 races for spinnaker class around a course marked with ODC inflatable marks.   All boats should check in with the race committee boat. The first warning signal will be at 1300.  

    Crew Pool:

    • Interested in crewing?
    • Short-handed and need crew?  

    Find out more about our crew pool sign-up form  to add your name or find available crew.

    Looking for Front Row Seat?  

    Help out on the Grover -- our committee boat!  Sign up here.

    After Race Social at Whittaker Pointe Marina!

    All members welcome.  Please sign up to sponsor or bring a dish! 

    Still have questions? 

    Email odc.race@gmail.com




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  • Dinghy Race #6

    • July 20, 2025
    • 13:30 - 17:00
    • Bow To Stern, Oriental, NC

    Join Us for an Exciting Day of Dinghy Sailing!

    Whether you're a seasoned racer or just looking to enjoy a day on the water with fellow sailing enthusiasts, come out and test your skills against friendly competition!

    Logistics

    • The first warning signal will be at 1330.  
    • Dinghy launching will be at Bow to Stern at 290 Blackwell Point Loop Rd, Oriental, NC 28571. 
    • Trailered boats can be launched at the wildlife ramp at  301 Midyette St, Oriental, NC 28571.  Changing facilities and limited charter boats are also available at Bow to Stern.
    • Please let us know who is coming by signing up here so we know who to expect. Pass this along to other sailors so we can have a nice turnout.  
    • Please refer to the SI and NOR for more details.  The full race schedule and race documents can be found at  www.orientaldinghyclub.com under "Racing in 2025".

    Race Socials

    After the races, join us for a relaxed social gathering at Bow To Stern to share stories, compare notes, and enjoy the company of fellow sailors. And if you're interested in pre-race festivities, don't miss the Jam and Spinnaker Fleet socials at Whittaker Pointe Marina.  See the Jam and Spinnaker race events for details.

    Still have Questions?

    Send email to odc.race@gmail.com


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  • Dinghy Poker Run 2025

    • July 26, 2025
    • 09:30 - 14:30
    • Oriental Inn and Marina

    It’s not too early to start thinking about having fun and helping a good cause. 

    For those of you who are new to the Poker Run, here’s how it works: Hands sell for $10@ or$25/3 (including 1 lunch/hand!) at the Tiki Bar at 9:30am and the “run” is from 11am - 1pm.  Players take small boats to 6-7 docks where they draw a card at each dock to fill their hand(s), or you may do land only hands at the Tiki Bar.  Prizes will be awarded for the highest hands. Lunch will be served from 12:30 – whenever.  Live and Silent auctions and 50-50 raffle are held following lunch.

     This is a community event, open to everyone, but staffed primarily by the membership of ODC, NSA and SCOO.



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  • Pursuit Race #3, Spinnaker Around the Buoys - Race #7

    • August 09, 2025
    • 12:30 - 16:00
    • Neuse River, Oriental, NE of SC1

    Logistics:

    Boats gather on the Neuse River off of Oriental, NC, generally north east of SC1.  We will run two events.  The Pursuit Race, intended for Cruising Boats,  will be around government marks with a pursuit start.  The Spinnaker Around the Buoys Race, intended for competitive spinnaker boats, will be around the buoys with the traditional 5 minute start.

    The full race schedule and race documents can be found at  www.orientaldinghyclub.com under "Racing in 2025"

    Pass this along to other racers so we can have a nice turnout.  Contact odc.race@gmail for questions.

    Registration:

    Please let us know who is coming by signing up here.  Registration is strongly encouraged so we can assign start times. 

    Cruising Pursuit Race

    One pursuit start race for cruising boats will be sailed around the government marks, Garbacon Shoal, "7", Adams Creek "AC1" and Oriental One "SC1". Time offsets will be announced over channel 78A.  All boats should check in with the race committee boat.  The first start will be at 1230. The start sequence will only be run for the first boat, with the warning signal at 1225.

    There will be  a skippers meeting at SailCraft Marina’s Sailing School office at 9:00 to review the race logistics and hand out Pursuit start off-set times.

    Spinnaker Around the Buoys Race

    We will run up to 4 races for spinnaker class around a course marked with ODC inflatable marks.   All boats should check in with the race committee boat. The first warning signal will be at 1300.  

    Crew Pool:

    • Interested in crewing?
    • Short-handed and need crew?  

    Find out more about our crew pool sign-up form  to add your name or find available crew.

    Looking for Front Row Seat?  

    Help out on the Grover -- our committee boat!  Sign up here.

    After Race Social at Whittaker Pointe Marina!

    All members welcome.  Please sign up to sponsor or bring a dish! 

    Still have questions? 

    Email odc.race@gmail.com




    Show details

  • Dinghy Race #7

    • August 10, 2025
    • 13:30 - 17:00
    • Bow To Stern, Oriental, NC

    Join Us for an Exciting Day of Dinghy Sailing!

    Whether you're a seasoned racer or just looking to enjoy a day on the water with fellow sailing enthusiasts, come out and test your skills against friendly competition!

    Logistics

    • The first warning signal will be at 1330.  
    • Dinghy launching will be at Bow to Stern at 290 Blackwell Point Loop Rd, Oriental, NC 28571. 
    • Trailered boats can be launched at the wildlife ramp at  301 Midyette St, Oriental, NC 28571.  Changing facilities and limited charter boats are also available at Bow to Stern.
    • Please let us know who is coming by signing up here so we know who to expect. Pass this along to other sailors so we can have a nice turnout.  
    • Please refer to the SI and NOR for more details.  The full race schedule and race documents can be found at  www.orientaldinghyclub.com under "Racing in 2025".

    Race Socials

    After the races, join us for a relaxed social gathering at Bow To Stern to share stories, compare notes, and enjoy the company of fellow sailors. And if you're interested in pre-race festivities, don't miss the Jam and Spinnaker Fleet socials at Whittaker Pointe Marina.  See the Jam and Spinnaker race events for details.

    Still have Questions?

    Send email to odc.race@gmail.com


    Show details

  • Dinghy Race #8

    • September 07, 2025
    • 13:30 - 17:00
    • Bow To Stern, Oriental, NC

    Join Us for an Exciting Day of Dinghy Sailing!

    Whether you're a seasoned racer or just looking to enjoy a day on the water with fellow sailing enthusiasts, come out and test your skills against friendly competition!

    Logistics

    • The first warning signal will be at 1330.  
    • Dinghy launching will be at Bow to Stern at 290 Blackwell Point Loop Rd, Oriental, NC 28571. 
    • Trailered boats can be launched at the wildlife ramp at  301 Midyette St, Oriental, NC 28571.  Changing facilities and limited charter boats are also available at Bow to Stern.
    • Please let us know who is coming by signing up here so we know who to expect. Pass this along to other sailors so we can have a nice turnout.  
    • Please refer to the SI and NOR for more details.  The full race schedule and race documents can be found at  www.orientaldinghyclub.com under "Racing in 2025".

    Race Socials

    After the races, join us for a relaxed social gathering at Bow To Stern to share stories, compare notes, and enjoy the company of fellow sailors. And if you're interested in pre-race festivities, don't miss the Jam and Spinnaker Fleet socials at Whittaker Pointe Marina.  See the Jam and Spinnaker race events for details.

    Still have Questions?

    Send email to odc.race@gmail.com


    Show details

  • Dinghy Race #9

    • September 21, 2025
    • 13:30 - 17:00
    • Bow To Stern, Oriental, NC

    Join Us for an Exciting Day of Dinghy Sailing!

    Whether you're a seasoned racer or just looking to enjoy a day on the water with fellow sailing enthusiasts, come out and test your skills against friendly competition!

    Logistics

    • The first warning signal will be at 1330.  
    • Dinghy launching will be at Bow to Stern at 290 Blackwell Point Loop Rd, Oriental, NC 28571. 
    • Trailered boats can be launched at the wildlife ramp at  301 Midyette St, Oriental, NC 28571.  Changing facilities and limited charter boats are also available at Bow to Stern.
    • Please let us know who is coming by signing up here so we know who to expect. Pass this along to other sailors so we can have a nice turnout.  
    • Please refer to the SI and NOR for more details.  The full race schedule and race documents can be found at  www.orientaldinghyclub.com under "Racing in 2025".

    Race Socials

    After the races, join us for a relaxed social gathering at Bow To Stern to share stories, compare notes, and enjoy the company of fellow sailors. And if you're interested in pre-race festivities, don't miss the Jam and Spinnaker Fleet socials at Whittaker Pointe Marina.  See the Jam and Spinnaker race events for details.

    Still have Questions?

    Send email to odc.race@gmail.com


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  • Oriental Cup Regatta 2025

    • October 10, 2025
    • 17:00
    • October 12, 2025
    • 12:00

    Save the dates for Oriental Cup Regatta, October 10-12 (the race is on Saturday).  Hosted by the Nautical Collective of Oriental (NCO) sailing clubs, this event supports youth sailing and swimming programs. It combines races for all levels, good food, live music and a fun awards breakfast on Sunday.   Registration is not yet available, but you can find out more about the event at https://orientalcupregatta.com/.

    Come join us for a fun fall weekend on the water in Oriental!
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  • Dinghy Race #10

    • October 26, 2025
    • 13:30 - 17:00
    • Bow To Stern, Oriental, NC

    Join Us for an Exciting Day of Dinghy Sailing!

    Whether you're a seasoned racer or just looking to enjoy a day on the water with fellow sailing enthusiasts, come out and test your skills against friendly competition!

    Logistics

    • The first warning signal will be at 1330.  
    • Dinghy launching will be at Bow to Stern at 290 Blackwell Point Loop Rd, Oriental, NC 28571. 
    • Trailered boats can be launched at the wildlife ramp at  301 Midyette St, Oriental, NC 28571.  Changing facilities and limited charter boats are also available at Bow to Stern.
    • Please let us know who is coming by signing up here so we know who to expect. Pass this along to other sailors so we can have a nice turnout.  
    • Please refer to the SI and NOR for more details.  The full race schedule and race documents can be found at  www.orientaldinghyclub.com under "Racing in 2025".

    Race Socials

    After the races, join us for a relaxed social gathering at Bow To Stern to share stories, compare notes, and enjoy the company of fellow sailors. And if you're interested in pre-race festivities, don't miss the Jam and Spinnaker Fleet socials at Whittaker Pointe Marina.  See the Jam and Spinnaker race events for details.

    Still have Questions?

    Send email to odc.race@gmail.com


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ORIENTAL DINGHY CLUB. COME SAIL WITH US!

Contact our Commodore, Don Munn  ODCCommodore@gmail.com

PO Box 981, Oriental, NC 28571


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