Volunteer

Our dedicated and knowledgeable volunteers are essential to CRAB’s sailing programs. Every volunteer is trained to provide a safe and enjoyable recreational experience for our guests.

Our Volunteers

CRAB relies on the dedicated service of volunteers, from salty sailors with years of expertise to volunteers with no boating experience, there’s something for everyone!

Each year, volunteers complete annual training sessions specific to our fleet and guests. They are responsible for reading the CRAB Volunteer Operations and Safety Manual, having a background check, and undergoing hands-on training to board, sail, and disembark guests. CRAB is proud to offer our volunteers an award-winning learning process that ensures the safety, comfort, and enjoyment of CRAB guests and other volunteers.

In 2025, over 135 volunteers contributed 5,145 hours to CRAB’s sailing events. CRAB volunteers are dedicated, experienced, and knowledgeable. CRAB is always looking for skippers as well as crew wanting to share their time and talents for a wonderful cause! Volunteers must be 18 years or older.

Volunteer Positions Become a Volunteer

Volunteer Positions

Skippers

In addition to completing the “How to Become a Volunteer” steps, CRAB Skippers must have extensive sailing experience & provide a sailing resume.

Skippers work directly with CRAB Fleet Directors to ensure guests have a safe and memorable sailing experience. CRAB Skippers sail on CRAB’s fleet of Beneteau 22A’s and/or our Gemini Freestyle power catamaran. Skippers should have substantial small sailboat experience and are required to complete CRAB Skipper Training before taking the helm.

View Sample Skipper Resume Apply to be a Skipper
Two CRAB guests with CRAB volunteers on a sailboat before heading out from the marina.
CRAB guests on a CRAB sailboat with volunteers before heading out from the marina.
CRAB volunteers working a CRAB merchandise table at one of CRAB's regatta after parties.

Boat & Shore Crew

CRAB Crew volunteers assist the Skipper when taking guests sailing and racing in regattas. Tasks include assisting guests with boarding and disembarking, handling the sails, guest comfort, and any other assistance a skipper or guest may need during a sail.

Shore Crew assists guests with their personal floatation devices and ensures each guest is prepared for a safe and enjoyable sail.

How to Become a Volunteer

Step 1

Step 2

  • Complete a Background Check ($19 fee)

Step 3

  • Read the CRAB Volunteer Operations & Safety Manual

Step 4

  • Attend Volunteer Training (Spring 2026)

I’m Ready to Go to Volunteer Training

Annual CRAB Volunteer Training is mandatory for all volunteers. Sessions are held at the beginning of the sailing season at the CRAB Adaptive Boating Center. Please note that our sailing season is from April through October.

Interested volunteers will be contacted in the early Spring to complete a Background Check and given access to the CRAB Volunteer Operations & Safety Manual. Upon completion, you will be invited to attend Volunteer Training.

Email Us
info@crabsailing.org

Call Us
410-266-5722

CRAB guests and volunteers on a CRAB sailboat getting ready for their sailing adventure!

Boat & Shore Crew

Volunteer Interest Form