Screw­pile Light­house Chal­lenge - July 19-21, 2024




Mark Your Calendars… Save the Date:  July 19th-21st, 2024

A long-time favorite with Chesapeake Bay Racers, Screwpile is returning again to its mid-summer 3-day weekend.

Three days of great racing and fun parties at Safe Harbor Zahnisers Marina… Friday-Sunday, July 19th-21tst, Mount Gay rum drinks, Beer Truck, red hats, music each night and the customary, excellent race management.

PHRF and One-Design racing on windward/leeward course.  CRCA Cruisers on open, fixed course with government marks.  Something for everyone.

And… PHRF of the Chesapeake will team with Screwpile to hold its 2024 PHRF of the Chesapeake Northern-Bay Championships.

Don’t miss it!

A huge Thank You to Screwpile Racers, to our loyal sponsors, and to all the hardworking volunteers who give up their time and make the regatta a tremendous success.

Southern Maryland Sailing Association is the Organizing Authority for the 2024 Screwpile Lighthouse Challenge.


News & Announcements

Notice of Race Posted

The Notice of Race is posted in Yacht Scoring , and registrations are now open… ORC, PHRF, One Design, ORC Cruisers, CRCA Cruisers (spin and non-spin). Something for everyone. Don’t miss out! CBYRA members take a $10 discount off the posted race fee.
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Lodging Option for Large Crews… 3 Bedroom Cottages

The Navy Recreation Center Solomons at 13855 Solomons Island Rd has three-bedroom, fully furnished cottages for rent to race crews that have at least one crew member who is Active Duty or Retired Military or DOD Civilian/DOD Contractor (with green stripe ID). For larger crews this cou
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