Sailing For All!
The mission of the Duluth-Superior Sailing Association is to offer the joy of sailing to the entire Duluth-Superior community, regardless of skill level, physical capabilities, or financial means.
Youth Camps
Youth sailing and water activity camps are held at the DSSA Pier on Park Point throughout the summer.
Sailing Lessons
Wheather you have never sailed before or just want a refesher, we can help you get comfotable and confident on the water.
Open Sailing
Already a sailor? Then become a member of the DSSA and enjoy the use of our diverse fleet of trainers, racers, and daysailers.
Cruise Boats
With a membership and a small day-use fee, experienced cruisers have access to the DSSA's motorized cruise boats.
2024 Events
Please feel free to contact the waterfront director this winter with any questions about the 2025 sailing season! DSSA Phone: 218-290-0961 DSSA Email: sailingforall@gmail.com
Pier Calendar
Use our calendar to see open sailing hours and check for pier closings due to weather or special events.
- Open Sailing will close an hour early if no boats are on the water at that time.
- The pier will close in inclement or unsafe weather conditions.
- 2024 Open Sailing Starts June 10th! Saturdays and Week Days 2pm-9pm, Weeks Days during youth camp sessions 4:30pm-9pm.
What I learned from from my first Duluth sailing lesson by DNT's Jay Gabler
Duluth News Tribune arts and entertainment reporter Jay Gabler comes to the DSSA for his first sailing lesson!
DSSA friends and members, we are sharing information regarding the loss of an original member, past president, and inspiring Scott Anderson.
Below Is a Tribute to Scott
Message from Jim Sharrow, Duluth Superior Sailing Association
We are saddened by Scott’s untimely passing and want to extend our deepest sympathy to his family, friends and associates.
Scott was a long-term leader in our community sailing program. We were formed in 1984 as a joint venture between Duluth Parks and Recreation and the 4H program. Scott became involved during this period and helped the program grow to include adaptive sailing for disabled persons. In the mid-1990s our organization incorporated into a 501 (c ) (3) non-profit organization that now operates as the Duluth Superior Sailing Association (DSSA). Scott was an early president of the association and was continuously active, supporting our adaptive sailing program up to his death. It was his desire that we establish a fund in his name to support adaptive sailing infrastructure as well as participation by disabled and disadvantaged sailors of all ages. The fund is named the Scott R. Anderson “sailing for all” Memorial Fund.
We encourage you to view the 4 minute Make a Hero- Adaptive Sailing video that features Scott. In it he relates his motto of playing with the cards he was dealt in life. He describes sailing as “you, the wind and water… That’s it; everything goes away.” His sailing wasn’t limited to participation in our adaptive sailing program that we accomplish in conjunction with the Courage Kenny Rehabilitation Institute. He was a member of our organization who has sailed often like any other member. He also participated with the Duluth Yacht Club for many years as part of the crew on a 33’ boat in the Wednesday night races on Lake Superior. Scott was an inspirational leader in many ways and will be greatly missed.
Jim Sharrow, on behalf of the DSSA Board of Directors
Duluth Superior Sailing Association
Make A Hero: Adaptive Water Sports, Scott Anderson, Duluth, MN
Scott R. Anderson Sailing for All Memorial Fund
The Scott R. Anderson “Sailing for all”Memorial fund supports both able and disabled sailor participants of all ages at the Duluth-Superior Sailing Association. Its focus is to ensure that any person can participate, regardless of financial or physical ability.
Donations can be made to the Scott R. Anderson Sailing for All Memorial Fund at the Duluth Superior Sailing Association, P. O. Box 3094, Duluth, MN 55803. Write checks to “DSSA” with the notation “Scott R. Anderson Fund.
