About our St. Mary's Camp
Day and Residential Camp Sessions
Starting in 2005, the Brendan Sailing Program expanded its reach in helping children with learning differences. Thanks to the support of St. Mary's College of Maryland (a Public Honors College), in St. Mary's City, Maryland, and our partnership with Spirit of America we were able to add another dimension to our sailing program and its overall goal of building confidence and social skills through sailing.
Our St. Mary's program introduces safe instruction for not only sailing, but incorporates the concepts of paddle sports and powerboating as well. Led by US Sailing and US Powerboating certified instructors, the Brendan Curriculum covers an introduction to the sport of sailing that includes the parts of the boat, maneuvers, navigation, and the Rules of the Road that follows the National On-Water Standards. Participants are given first hand experience in all domains of recreational boating, including power and human propelled craft. When not on the water, campers have the option of a variety of recreational and team building opportunities to promote self-confidence and esteem. These activities include swimming, bowling, and more.
Residential session participants get the opportunity to stay on-site in St. Mary's College student housing, take meals in the dining hall, and build confidence through the independence they experience while staying on campus. No sailing or boating experience is necessary for either of the St. Mary's Day or Residential Sessions. To participate in the Residential Camp, we prefer students to be at least 15 years old, although Day Campers will experience the same curriculum as Overnight Campers.
Our St. Mary's program introduces safe instruction for not only sailing, but incorporates the concepts of paddle sports and powerboating as well. Led by US Sailing and US Powerboating certified instructors, the Brendan Curriculum covers an introduction to the sport of sailing that includes the parts of the boat, maneuvers, navigation, and the Rules of the Road that follows the National On-Water Standards. Participants are given first hand experience in all domains of recreational boating, including power and human propelled craft. When not on the water, campers have the option of a variety of recreational and team building opportunities to promote self-confidence and esteem. These activities include swimming, bowling, and more.
Residential session participants get the opportunity to stay on-site in St. Mary's College student housing, take meals in the dining hall, and build confidence through the independence they experience while staying on campus. No sailing or boating experience is necessary for either of the St. Mary's Day or Residential Sessions. To participate in the Residential Camp, we prefer students to be at least 15 years old, although Day Campers will experience the same curriculum as Overnight Campers.
Vessels:Flying Juniors (FJ) 
What to Bring:
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What's ProvidedSleeping accomdations Bathroom towels Linens and blankets Three meals per day Washer/dryers Boating safety supplies Lots of Fun! 
Location: James P. Muldoon River Center at SMCM
47498 Trinity Church Rd St. Mary’s City, MD 20686 |
Next Steps
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ScholarshipsWe never turn down a child for financial reasons. Apply for a
Brendan Sailing Camp Scholarship. |
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