Summertime, summertime, sum, sum, summertime… is when the members of the Herrington Harbour Sailing Association (HHSA) begin their Friday Night Dock Hops.
What is a Dock Hop? It’s our way to bring the sailing community together to socialize and build and foster relationships. Of course we would be remiss if we didn’t mention that it’s also a great way to kick off a weekend of sailing! These Friday night happy hours are hosted by one of our members or groups of members at the Herrington Harbour Marina. The Hops provide a terrific way to relax and unwind after a long week. Members are happy to bring hors d’oeuvres, snacks, and beverages to share.
Dock Hops began in 2013 and were the brainchild of Commodore Laurie Albert. Now entering our third year, they continue to be a big hit with our members and provide our club the opportunity to engage sailors in a different way. We share not only a passion for sailing, but the desire to continue expanding our circle of friends.
If you are interested in learning more about HHSA, Dock Hops are a great way to meet us and see what we do. Our club is made up of cruisers who love to explore the creeks, rivers, and towns of the Bay and our racers who actively compete every week in Herring Bay and beyond.
HHSA is active at both Herrington Harbour marinas. Dock Hops are planned from May to September on the first Friday of the month at Herrington Harbour North, and the third Friday of the month at Herrington South. The Hops happen rain or shine since we have several pavilions near the head of many docks, just in case. So leave your slicker at home and watch for the HHSA feather flag at a pier near you.
Learn more at hhsa.org or at [email protected].
~by Larry Brown
