Mystic in Stonington in New London County, Connecticut — The American Northeast (New England)
Cruising Club of America Dock
Photographed By Devry Becker Jones, June 24, 2023
1. Cruising Club of America Dock Marker
The Cruising Club of America is a group of accomplished recreational offshore sailors bound together by friendship and the desire to foster the responsibilities, expertise, and skills needed for the adventurous use of the sea.
Members volunteer to achieve the CCA's goals by sharing experiences, organizing events on and off the water, promoting seamanship and best practices, and recognizing outstanding accomplishments by fellow members and the amateur sailing community. The club's initiatives put particular emphasis on safety at sea, education and training, exemplary offshore yacht design and construction and environmental stewardship.
The CCA does not have a physical headquarters. The club exists anywhere its members come together on land and sea. In popular sailing regions, members organize into stations which host local gatherings for members and guests.
Since shortly after its founding in 1922, the club is known for running the biennial Newport Bermuda Race and awarding the Blue Water Medal.
Erected by Cruising Club of America.
Topics. This historical marker is listed in these topic lists: Fraternal or Sororal Organizations • Sports • Waterways & Vessels. A significant historical year for this entry is 1922.
Location. 41° 21.808′
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Other nearby markers. At least 8 other markers are within walking distance of this marker. Acadia (a few steps from this marker); Matthew Henson, 1866 - 1955 (within shouting distance of this marker); Bower Anchor (within shouting distance of this marker); Tsunami Boat from Japan (about 300 feet away, measured in a direct line); Mystic Seaport Museum First Building (about 300 feet away); An Aquinnah Wampanoag History of a Whaling Ancestor (about 300 feet away); Tango (about 300 feet away); Venture Smith, 1730 - 1805 (about 300 feet away). Touch for a list and map of all markers in Stonington.
Photographed By Devry Becker Jones, June 24, 2023
2. Cruising Club of America Dock Marker
Credits. This page was last revised on June 28, 2023. It was originally submitted on June 28, 2023, by Devry Becker Jones of Washington, District of Columbia. This page has been viewed 47 times since then and 6 times this year. Photos: 1, 2. submitted on June 28, 2023, by Devry Becker Jones of Washington, District of Columbia.
