Volunteer with NCS

Volunteers help make it all possible at Nantucket Community Sailing! From providing on-the-water support, to capturing photos and stories that share our mission, to mentoring young sailors as they build confidence and skills, our volunteers are one of a kind. Their time, talent, and passion help us create a safe, inspiring, and inclusive environment where sailors of all ages can learn, grow, and thrive on the water. Volunteer with NCS today!

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scheduled based on availability

Sails for Old Salts

Through the Saltmarsh Senior Center, NCS invites Nantucketer's over 60 years of age to join us for Sails for Old Salts; a relaxing and spirited way for people to gain access to the water. We are seeking keelboats >35', to host 4-8 Seniors for a 3-hour (dock-to-dock) sail out into Nantucket Sound and back. NCS manages all logistics, and launch service is donated by Nantucket Harbor Launch.
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Sailboat with 'USA' and number '528' on a clear blue sky day.
M, W-F from 1-4pm during summer programs

Jetties Sailing Club Exploration

In our "Jetties Sailing Club" program, sailors try out different types of boats - both from our Jetties Sailing Center fleet (Rhodes, Quests, Marshall Cat) and from hosts on other classes in the Harbor. We are seeking opportunities for 3-6 sailors to try out Alerions, IODs, J70s, or keelboats of any type! A big thanks to the IOD fleet for hosting us on Thursdays in 2025!
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July 17th from 9:45-11:45AM

Coffin Cup

Friday morning, July 17, 2026 the Coffin Cup returns to Polpis Harbor! Here our youth sailors (ages 4-12) enjoy their first racing opportunity in a fun-filled day. Parents are invited to spectate on boats generously provided and captained by NCS members and friends. We are seeking powerboats >19' to host parents and siblings at this lovely annual event.
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Volunteer You and Your Professional Skills

NCS loves media! We use photo and video media on our website, in our newsletters, on social media, and in our various digital and print campaigns. 

If you are a professional photographer (hobbyists included), we'd love to have your shooting (photo and/or drone) and editing services.

In the past, we have had photographer-friends of NCS out for a 1-2 hours session, scheduled around weather, and
then had an album delivered to us online. Help us capture the joy!

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