02/10/2026
If you haven’t registered yet, please do so—we are filling up fast. Each registration includes pizza, as well as two raffle tickets for prizes such as a Meyerchien knife, Mermaid water bottles, T-shirts, and service coupons from Quantum Sails.
Not to mention, you’ll get to hear Matt Rutherford speak about his single-handed, nonstop trip around the Americas, as well as his upcoming attempt to become the first person to sail single-handed and nonstop around the Arctic.
Friday, Feb 20th - 7:00 PM - 11:00 PM CST
Chicago Corinthian Yacht Club
601 W Montrose Ave - Chicago, IL 60613
In 2011, Matt set out to do what no one had ever done before: sail solo around the Americas. His vessel was a 40-year-old, 27-foot sailboat named St. Brendan. What followed was a harrowing and awe-inspiring expedition through some of the most remote and unforgiving waters on the planet.
That historic voyage became the foundation for Matt’s next chapter: founding and leading the Ocean Research Project, a nonprofit dedicated to advancing scientific knowledge of our oceans through hands-on exploration. By partnering with researchers and deploying small, crewed sailboats into under-studied waters, the Ocean Research Project collects critical data on marine ecosystems & climate change.
Join us as Matt shares gripping stories from the edge of endurance, lessons learned at sea, and how adventure-driven exploration can directly support meaningful science and conservation. This is a rare opportunity to hear from a sailor who embodies grit, humility, and a profound respect for the wild places that shape our world.
Register Here:
https://www.corinthian.org/content.aspx?page_id=4091...
Your registration donation includes the presentation by Matt Rutherford, pizza from Michael's and entry into our raffle drawing for prizes from multiple sponsors. All proceeds go toward the Cruising Fleet (we do not require dues) and help make it possible for us to host signature events like this each Winter.
