Being On The Water

FREE Water Sport Gear Swap at Sail Nauticus

November 8 2025

11AM-1PM
Sail Nauticus ((Behind Nauticus — walk between the Battleship Wisconsin and the Nauticus Maritime Center to reach the covered pavilion.) 1 Waterside Drive, Norfolk, VA 23510 info@sailnauticus.org Price: FREE

Join us for a FREE community event celebrating sustainability and the spirit of adventure! Bring your gently used sailing, kayaking, paddle-boarding, or boating gear to Sail Nauticus on Saturday, November 8, 2025, from 11AM–1PM and give it new life.

Whether you’re clearing out your gear closet or looking for your next treasure, this is your chance to swap, share, and connect with fellow water lovers.

What to Expect:
• Bring up to 10 gently used water sport items to swap.
• Check in at the registration table for your door prize ticket.
• Lay out your gear, browse the tables, and enjoy the fun!
• Leftover gear will be donated to a local organization to help those in need.

📍 Location:
Sail Nauticus Pavilion
1 Waterside Drive, Norfolk, VA
(Behind Nauticus — walk between the Battleship Wisconsin and the Nauticus Maritime Center to reach the covered pavilion.)

♻️ Sustainability Meets Community:
Help keep usable gear out of landfills and make water sports accessible to all!

⚠️ Note: Sail Nauticus is not liable for the safety or functionality of any swapped items. Please inspect gear before use.

📩 Questions? Email us at info@sailnauticus.org

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Child (Ages 3-12): $19 | 2 & Under FREE
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Ticket sales open on October 13 for Nauticus members and October 20 for the general public.
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