Building a community on and off the water.
Row. Build. Belong.
Upcoming Events
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9/20
Great River Race in London, U.K.
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9/20
ROW- Recovery on Water 8:15am-9:15am
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![A group of people on a small blue boat with oars in a body of water with a white boat in the background, trees, and a distant shoreline.]()
9/25
Rowing Foundations 9:45am-11am
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![Three men working on a wooden boat inside a workshop. The boat is partially painted and supported on stands, while the men are applying a finish or sealant with brushes and containers.]()
09/27
Open House Boatbuilding 1pm-3pm
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10/11
Special Row: Our Sisters’ School
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10/18
Boatbuilding Project begins. Sign up now!
At the heart of our organization is a deep commitment to inclusion, access, and the belief that rowing — and community — should be for everyone.
We are a 100+ member, all-volunteer organization united by a shared love for rowing, community, and the transformative power of being on the water. Every program, event, and initiative is run by dedicated volunteers — including every board member, program coordinator, and coxswain. Through inclusive programs, intergenerational learning, and shared experiences, we strive to grow a vibrant, compassionate, and adventurous rowing community—one that embraces the power of nature, community, and the healing rhythm of the oar.
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Adult Community Rowing
Guides and nurtures the core community rowing program—welcoming newcomers, offering gentle, high-quality coaching, and organizing casual to adventurous coastal rows.
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Boat Building
Oversees the hands-on boatbuilding program where volunteers mentor youth and community members in crafting seaworthy wooden boats from the keel up.
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![Boats with various inscriptions are grounded on a grassy shore near a calm body of water. Houses with trees displaying fall colors are in the background.]()
Race Training
Manages and coaches the Race Training Program, which welcomes adult rowers of all fitness levels—focusing on inclusion, technique, camaraderie, and opportunities to compete regionally
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![A group of six people rowing a boat on a calm body of water with houses and trees on the distant shoreline and an American flag at the stern.]()
Westport River Regatta
Coordinates every step of the annual Regatta—from logistics, registration, sponsorships, swag, food, venue planning, to timing, music, prizes, and post-event follow-up.
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Youth Rowing Program
In partnership with Westport Recreation, this summer program for students entering grades 6–11 teaches rowing, navigation, water safety, coxing, and teamwork—building confidence, leadership, and lasting community ties.
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Special Events
Plans and runs unique seasonal rows like the July 4th Row, Moonlight Rows, “Head of Westport” or “Row to the Let”, adding memorable experiences to the rowing season.
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Fundraising
Drives fundraising efforts to support no-cost youth educational programs, building community support and financial sustainability.
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Special Rows
Organizes excursion-style rows—like ROW (Recovery on the Water), a supportive rowing program for individuals whose lives have been touched by cancer—combining adventure, community, and tradition.
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Scheduling
Oversees all row scheduling using Sign-Up Genius, maintaining fair and efficient access to rows and coordinating coxswain and boat assignments.
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Coxswains
Trains and manages coxswains who steer the boats, arrive early to prepare docks and boats, and support about 15 rows per week during our active 6-month season.
Sign up for our Boat Building Project Today!
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Youth Boat Building
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![People rowing a boat on a body of water, wearing life vests and casual clothing, with oars in use.]()
Community Rowing
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![Several colorful boats are docked on a grassy shoreline with houses and trees with fall foliage in the background.]()
Race Training
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![A group of five people rowing a boat with an American flag on a calm body of water, with a distant shoreline and houses in the background.]()
Westport Regatta
