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The original Cape Dory Owners Association was formed in the late 1960s or early 1970s by the Cape Dory company. When the Cape Dory Company went out of business, various Cape Dory groups evolved. The current Cape Dory Sailboat Owners Association (CDSOA) was formed about 25 years ago. It is the owner and sponsor of this website. Our purpose is to enhance social enjoyment and good fellowship among owners and interested parties of Cape Dory and Robinhood sail and power boats and to advance the sport of yachting and the individual and family enjoyment thereof and to promote the educational and technical interests of the membership. All interested individuals are welcome in the association- regardless of whether they own a Cape Dory or Robinhood boat.

The national organization is led by:

  • Commodore Carl Thunberg
  • Secretary/Treasurer Bill Falquero
  • Information Officer (currently vacant)
  • Director at Large John Stone


 The Carolina Fleet is led by:

  • Captain John Stone
  • Secretary/Treasurer Bill Falquero

The Chesapeake Fleet is led by:

  • Captain Thad Van Gilder
  • Secretary/Treasurer John Congdon

The Northeast Fleet is led by:

  • Captain Ross Byrne
  • Secretary/Treasurer Doug Jesseman