For Andrew Nutton, sailing is more than a lifelong love and vocation. The newly appointed executive director of Sail Martha’s Vineyard credits it with his very life.

Andrew Nutton began sailing when he was three years old living in England. Now, after 30 years as a sailing coach, he has been named executive director of Sail MV.

Sail MV will host a U.S. Coast Guard licensing course, beginning with an orientation on Jan. 20.

Sailing trips, boats, watches, custom works by skilled craftsmen and a seafood buffet for six—delivered—are among the lots available for bidding in the Sail MV online auction.

Sail Martha's Vineyard, also known as Sail MV, aims to raise $200,000 for youth sailing programs.

Following two days of spirited racing in Vineyard waters, and one day of canceled racing, sailors taking part in the 14th annual Vineyard Cup regatta joined ranks on Sunday for an awards ceremony.