We have socials after every race and various other social events throughout the year, along with an Annual Meeting and Awards Ceremony over the winter. All members are invited to attend all socials even if you don't race that day!

Go to the Sign up page to volunteer to bring food to one of the post-race socials at Whittaker Pointe Marina. Dinghy Sailors celebrate at Bow to Stern with beer and snacks after the race.

Upcoming events

  • JAM and Spinnaker - Around the Buoys - Race #3

    • May 17, 2025
    • 13:00 - 16:00
    • Neuse River, Oriental, NE of SC1

    Logistics:

    Spinnaker boats and jib and main (JAM) boats gather on the Neuse River off of Oriental, NC, generally north east of SC1. The course is marked with ODC inflatable marks. Spinnaker and JAM fleets will have separate starts.

    All boats should check in with the race committee boat.   

    The first warning signal will be at 13:00 for the spinnaker fleet, with the JAM fleet starting shortly thereafter.  JAM fleet should stay clear of the starting line until after the spinnaker fleet starts.

    We will run up to 4 races each day of racing.

    Please let us know who is coming by signing up here so we know who to expect. Pass this along to other sailors so we can have a nice turnout.  

    The full race schedule and race documents can be found at  www.orientaldinghyclub.com under "Racing in 2025"

    Crew Pool:

    • Interested in crewing?
    • Short-handed and need crew?  

    Find out more about our crew pool sign-up form  to add your name or find available crew.

    Looking for Front Row Seat?  

    Help out on the Grover -- our committee boat!  Sign up here.

    After Race Social at Whittaker Pointe Marina!

    All members welcome.  Please sign up to sponsor or bring a dish! 

    Still have questions? 

    Email odc.race@gmail.com


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  • Dinghy Race #3

    • May 18, 2025
    • 13:30 - 17:00
    • Bow To Stern, Oriental, NC

    Join Us for an Exciting Day of Dinghy Sailing!

    Whether you're a seasoned racer or just looking to enjoy a day on the water with fellow sailing enthusiasts, come out and test your skills against friendly competition!

    Logistics

    • The first warning signal will be at 1330.  
    • Dinghy launching will be at Bow to Stern at 290 Blackwell Point Loop Rd, Oriental, NC 28571. 
    • Trailered boats can be launched at the wildlife ramp at  301 Midyette St, Oriental, NC 28571.  Changing facilities and limited charter boats are also available at Bow to Stern.
    • Please let us know who is coming by signing up here so we know who to expect. Pass this along to other sailors so we can have a nice turnout.  
    • Please refer to the SI and NOR for more details.  The full race schedule and race documents can be found at  www.orientaldinghyclub.com under "Racing in 2025".

    Race Socials

    After the races, join us for a relaxed social gathering at Bow To Stern to share stories, compare notes, and enjoy the company of fellow sailors. And if you're interested in pre-race festivities, don't miss the Jam and Spinnaker Fleet socials at Whittaker Pointe Marina.  See the Jam and Spinnaker race events for details.

    Still have Questions?

    Send email to odc.race@gmail.com


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  • 2025 Dragon’s Breath Regatta

    • May 30, 2025
    • 17:00
    • June 01, 2025
    • 17:00
    • Oriental Marina & Inn

    Join us for two days of racing, dinner on Saturday night, and trophies on Sunday afternoon. Welcoming all PHRF boats over 20 feet with spinnaker, JAM, and cruising fleets. 

    For details and registration see regattanetwork.com.

    Dinner only registration click here.



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  • 2025 Dragon's Breath Regatta Dinner - Additional Tickets

    • May 31, 2025
    • 18:00 - 22:00
    • Oriental, NC
    • 70
    • Be the first
    Register

    Join us for the Dragon's Breath Regatta dinner at  Tiki Bar, Oriental Marina and Inn.  Buffet menu to be posted soon.

    Register here if you are registering for dinner only or additional dinner tickets.  Note that you can also register for Dinner via the Regatta Network when registering for races.

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  • JAM and Spinnaker - Around the Buoys - Race #4

    • June 14, 2025
    • 13:00 - 16:00
    • Neuse River, Oriental, NE of SC1

    Logistics:

    Spinnaker boats and jib and main (JAM) boats gather on the Neuse River off of Oriental, NC, generally north east of SC1. The course is marked with ODC inflatable marks. Spinnaker and JAM fleets will have separate starts.

    All boats should check in with the race committee boat.   

    The first warning signal will be at 13:00 for the spinnaker fleet, with the JAM fleet starting shortly thereafter.  JAM fleet should stay clear of the starting line until after the spinnaker fleet starts.

    We will run up to 4 races each day of racing.

    Please let us know who is coming by signing up here so we know who to expect. Pass this along to other sailors so we can have a nice turnout.  

    The full race schedule and race documents can be found at  www.orientaldinghyclub.com under "Racing in 2025"

    Crew Pool:

    • Interested in crewing?
    • Short-handed and need crew?  

    Find out more about our crew pool sign-up form  to add your name or find available crew.

    Looking for Front Row Seat?  

    Help out on the Grover -- our committee boat!  Sign up here.

    After Race Social at Whittaker Pointe Marina!

    All members welcome.  Please sign up to sponsor or bring a dish! 

    Still have questions? 

    Email odc.race@gmail.com


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  • Dinghy Race #4

    • June 22, 2025
    • 13:30 - 17:00
    • Bow To Stern, Oriental, NC

    Join Us for an Exciting Day of Dinghy Sailing!

    Whether you're a seasoned racer or just looking to enjoy a day on the water with fellow sailing enthusiasts, come out and test your skills against friendly competition!

    Logistics

    • The first warning signal will be at 1330.  
    • Dinghy launching will be at Bow to Stern at 290 Blackwell Point Loop Rd, Oriental, NC 28571. 
    • Trailered boats can be launched at the wildlife ramp at  301 Midyette St, Oriental, NC 28571.  Changing facilities and limited charter boats are also available at Bow to Stern.
    • Please let us know who is coming by signing up here so we know who to expect. Pass this along to other sailors so we can have a nice turnout.  
    • Please refer to the SI and NOR for more details.  The full race schedule and race documents can be found at  www.orientaldinghyclub.com under "Racing in 2025".

    Race Socials

    After the races, join us for a relaxed social gathering at Bow To Stern to share stories, compare notes, and enjoy the company of fellow sailors. And if you're interested in pre-race festivities, don't miss the Jam and Spinnaker Fleet socials at Whittaker Pointe Marina.  See the Jam and Spinnaker race events for details.

    Still have Questions?

    Send email to odc.race@gmail.com


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  • Pre-race racing education

    • June 28, 2025
    • August 09, 2025
    • 3 sessions
    • Sailcraft Classroom


    Join us for tips-and-tricks for being successful on the race course for beginners!  Learn from our seasoned members!

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  • Dinghy Poker Run 2025

    • July 26, 2025
    • 09:30 - 14:30
    • Oriental Inn and Marina

    It’s not too early to start thinking about having fun and helping a good cause. 

    For those of you who are new to the Poker Run, here’s how it works: Hands sell for $10@ or$25/3 (including 1 lunch/hand!) at the Tiki Bar at 9:30am and the “run” is from 11am - 1pm.  Players take small boats to 6-7 docks where they draw a card at each dock to fill their hand(s), or you may do land only hands at the Tiki Bar.  Prizes will be awarded for the highest hands. Lunch will be served from 12:30 – whenever.  Live and Silent auctions and 50-50 raffle are held following lunch.

     This is a community event, open to everyone, but staffed primarily by the membership of ODC, NSA and SCOO.



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ORIENTAL DINGHY CLUB. COME SAIL WITH US!

Contact our Commodore, Don Munn  ODCCommodore@gmail.com

PO Box 981, Oriental, NC 28571


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