Events
Special Events
Annual Beach / Roadway Clean Up
The annual beach cleanup was held on Saturday, 05/31/25 from 10:00 a.m. to noon. Members and guests arrived at 9:30 am for a meet and greet with board members, beach committee members, town officials and a photo opportunity. This year we concentrated on cleaning up around the bathhouse and removed all weeds and debris around the building and parking lot. Refreshments were provided to volunteers. Logo wear was available for sale (hats, T’s sweatshirts, vests, bags and notecards). Terry Saunders Chaired the Event.
Annual Meeting / Summer Social
The 2025 Annual Meeting and Summer Social will be held on Sunday, 08/10/25 at the Flying Bridge. See post and email for details and to sign up. Picture is from 2023 meeting President Jay Thayer and Beach Committee Chair Barbara Schneider.
Annual Holiday Party
On 12/08/24 the Annual Holiday Party took place from 2:00 to 4:00 p.m. at ShoreWay Acres, 59 Shore Street, Falmouth following the annual Parade.
In December 2025 we will not be holding a holiday party due to a limited number of officers, board members and committee members.
Traffic Control
As per scheduled event, members volunteer to assist with traffic control. Due to the limited number of volunteers in 2022 the OSDA did not participate in 2023.
The 2025 Falmouth Triathlon will be held on Sunday 07/13/25 and is organized by New England Endurance Events. The OSDA is no longer supplying Traffic Control assistance for this event due to lack of volunteers in past years.
It’s a rite of summer on Cape Cod: an event that attracts not only local triathletes but also visitors from across the nation and the world. A highlight of the New England Triathlon Tour, this “short” sprint race (so say the triathlon vets) is unique for its warm salt-water swim, a beautiful bike that climbs to the majestic Nobska Point Light, and a 5k run entirely alongside one of New England’s most beautiful beaches. “Casual” athletes and newcomers are encouraged to join the tri-geeks…it’s a wonderful day for everyone!
Course Description
SWIM: 1/3 mile – A sandy, waist-deep start at Surf Drive Beach (expect temps well into the 70s). The course is rectangular in shape and well lifeguarded. Wave conditions over the years have ranged from glass-calm to a slight chop; never “big surf” in the protected waters of Vineyard Sound.
BIKE: 8.5 miles – After a mile-long flat stretch to warm up the legs, you begin a gradual climb of 2 winding miles to Nobska Light. Then it’s a rolling four miles skirting Woods Hole and returning to Falmouth Village. The remaining two miles are either downhill or flat to the finish.
RUN: 3.1 miles – A very level and fast run on paved road and walking trail along Vineyard Sound. Consider a hat and sunglasses — not much shade! Two staffed water stops. The last 50 yards are on the sand of Surf Drive Beach where the biggest cheering crowd of the New England Triathlon Tour awaits you!