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It was a great turn out on Saturday at our Alameda Open House. Thanks to all of you who donated money for boat rides, we were able to raise over $300 for the Leukemia Lymphoma Society. You have our sincere gratitude for you generosity.
Keep your eyes peeled for new features in these emails. You may just win something!
This Saturday is KFOG'S annual KABOOM! fireworks show. Avoid the crowded traffic and watch it from the water. Club Nautique still has a few boats available, so sign up soon. Also be sure to download our tips and tricks for watching KABOOM! from the water.
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Today's
Tidbit
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There are many stories related to the sinking of the Titanic.
For example, most people
don't know that back in 1912, Hellman's mayonnaise was manufactured in
England. The Titanic was carrying 12,000 jars of the condiment
scheduled for delivery in Vera Cruz, Mexico, which was to be the next
port of call for the great ship after New York City.
The Mexican people were
eagerly awaiting delivery and were disconsolate at the loss. So much so
that they declared a national day of mourning which they still observe
today. It is known, of course, as Sinko de Mayo.
Happy Cinco de Mayo!
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Baja Ha-Ha
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Combine the structured learning of the Club Nautique Coastal and Offshore Passage Making programs with the real adventure of sailing on Californian and Mexican coastal waters to take your seamanship to the next level. Great sailing, abundant marine wildlife and beautiful anchorages await you outside the Gate!
Sign up soon! Berths will fill quickly!
Leg I - Oct 12 to Oct 17
San Francisco to Santa Barbara
Coastal Passage Making, 6 days
$1,795
Leg II - Oct 19 to Oct 23
Santa Barbara to San Diego
Coastal Passage Making, 5 days
$1,595
Leg III - Oct 25 to Nov 7
San Diego to Cabo San Lucas
Baja Ha-Ha Cruisers Rally/Coastal Passage Making, 14 days
$3,195
Leg IV - Nov 9 to Nov 20
Cabo San Lucas to San Diego
Offshore Passage Making, 12 days
$2,195
Leg V - Nov 23 to Nov 27
San Diego to Santa Barbara
Coastal Passage Making, 5 days
$1,295
Leg VI - Nov 30 to Dec 4
Santa Barbara to San Francisco
Coastal Passage Making, 5 days
$1,495
Contact Michael for more information.
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Hump Night
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 Wednesday, May 6th
5pm - 10pm
Sausalito
Members, come on down, jump on a boat, and go for an enjoyable evening sail. When you get back to the dock the grill will be hot and the drinks will be cold!!
We're looking forward to getting you out on the water!
Members & their Guests ONLY: $30
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Beer Can Races
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 Every Other Friday
April 3rd - October 30th
5pm - 9pm
Alameda
Ballena Bay YC Spring Sunset Series
(aka Beer Can Races)
Next Race: Friday, May 15th
Join us every other Friday evening for fun, competitive sailing onboard a Colgate 26 as we take part in the Ballena Bay YC beer can races. Afterwards adjourn to the yacht club bar to re-live each exciting minute and critique yourselves (and the other racers!) in a blow-by-blow race analysis from our onboard Club Nautique Tactician-du-jour.
Meet at CN Alameda at 5 pm(SHARP!) to prep the boat, review sailing instructions and conditions, then get out to the start line for the race.
No prior race experience required. Must be Basic Cruising certified.
Reservations required. Call to confirm dates.
Members Only: $35
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Bareboat Prep
Chartershare
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Have you finished Basic Cruising? Get ready for your Bareboat class and enhance your skills. Join other Basic Cruising certified students and follow the guidelines that we set for you to practice specific maneuvers and prepare for your Bareboat certification.
Session topics: Sailing, Motoring, Crew Overboard, & Anchoring. Attend all four sessions and skipper at least one of the sessions and you'll receive four credits towards your required charters for Bareboat.
Upcoming Sessions:
Fridays:
2pm - 6pm - Note: Time change!
May 8th - Sailing - Sausalito
May 15th - Anchoring - Alameda
Saturdays:
May 16th - 9am - 1pm - Anchoring - Alameda
May 16th - 2pm - 6pm - Crew Overboard- Alameda
Members: $75*/Non-Members: $115*
*Take both Saturday sessions and get an additional $10 off!
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CPM Introductory
Seminar
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 Find out what it takes to get onboard!
Saturday, May 9th
10am - 4pm
Alameda
This seminar prepares you to participate in the most successful Coastal and Offshore program in the country! Taught by senior Coastal Passagemaking Instructor, Thomas Perry, through the use of Powerpoint and handouts.
There are limited opportunities to take this class. It is required for CPM students; recommended to anyone else who is considering participating in this award-winning program.
As a well-prepared skipper you'll want to get a jump on your plans for this program. Sign up today!
FREE to members who have Passagemaking included in their membership.
All others: $100
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 KFOG KABOOOOOOOM!
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Saturday, May 9th
Don't miss out on one of the most popular events of the season!
Charter a boat to head out with your friends and enjoy an incredible display of fireworks choreographed to music.
You must be Bareboat level certified to operate Club Nautique boats after dark, so plan accordingly.
Click here to download a helpful document of tips and tricks for a successful Kaboom evening.
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Bay Cruising Workshop
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Oh the places you'll go! Saturday, May 10th10am - 2pmSausalito
Let us show you our favorite spots and some that few people know about. We love sailing and powerboating and we can't wait to pass that enthusiasm on to you. You can't help but get hooked when there are so many fun things to do!
Snacks provided. Starts at 10:00 - runs about three hours depending on participation and questions. Space limited, please call for reservations.
Members & Cruising Skipper's Package Students: FREE!
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American Armed Forces Cup
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Saying "Thanks" to our men & women in uniform
 Wednesday, May 27th
3:30pm - 10pm
Alameda
Support your favorite team!
In appreciation of the men and women in our Armed Forces, Club Nautique has invited the Navy, Army, Air Force, Marines, and Coast Guard to participate in The Club Nautique American Armed Forces Cup! Each branch of the military is sending three participants to compete head-to-head for the first annual American Armed Forces Cup perpetual trophy. Club Nautique is providing the boats and professional skippers for the event, but the military teams will do all the sailing. The overall winner will be presented with the American Armed Forces Cup perpetual trophy, which is to be defended next year and each year thereafter.
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Charter Boat Ownership Opportunity
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Here's a special opportunity to place a brand new Hunter 31' in the best charter fleet in the San Francisco Bay area. We'll maintain it and help you pay for it with charter income.
List Price: $129,831
Charter Discount: $20,000
Your Net Price: $109,831
Monthly Payment*: $670!
Our Hunter 31's averaged over 60 charters in 2008!
Visit Cruising Yachts Inc. website and contact them for more details.
*On approved credit with 25% down.
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Amazing Prices on Sailing Lessons!
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Tell a friend!
US SAILING Basic Keelboat Certification Class
That's right - ONLY $595!
Offer expires 5/31/2009
 US SAILING Basic Cruising Certification Class -
That's right - ONLY $895!
Offer expires 5/31/2009
Amazing package deal includes:
US SAILING Basic Keelboat and Basic Cruising Classes
PLUS! Bay Cruising Workshop and more!
Offer expires 5/31/2009
Click here to learn about these incredible offers!
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Caught on Camera
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Happy Cinco de Mayo!
On the Docks in Alameda
Mary got down on the docks on Sunday to catch some of the action. Thanks Mary!
Basic Keelboat students with instructors Joe & Thomas still smiling through the rain.
Basic Powerboat Cruising students and their instructor pose on the bow of Lucky G
Our little model... HI GEORGE!
Sherri and her clan of Basic Cruising students smile for the camera.
Hump Night in Alameda
Rod Witel sent in these photos from last hump night in Alameda. THANKS ROD!
Dwayne and Maureen cozy up during a hump night sail on board Wind Symphony
Someone must have grabbed Rod's camera and snapped a shot of him while he wasn't looking!
Tim at the helm.
Tyler takes a turn driving.
Snapshots from the Grenadines
Photos sent in by Chuck and Laura from their amazing trip to the Grenadines. Thanks for the photos! It looks sublime!
Chuck in the Grenadines. In the background from left to right -- Carriacou, Mayreau, Union, and Catholic Islands.
Laura trying to catch a glimpse of the "green flash."
Saline Bay, Mayreau
Rainbow at Chatham Bay, Union Island.
Headed for home, Bequia east shore on our "calm" day.
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New Feature - Nautical Noggin-Boggler
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Reply to this email with the correct answer to the following nautical noggin-boggler and we'll randomly select a winner from the first 10 correct responses.
This week's prize:
A fashionable Club Nautique hat!
Nautical Noggin-Boggler:
At night you are underway in deep water and you see a single white navigation light moving on the water. What is it?
Employees of Club Nautique/Cruising Yachts and members of their families not eligible for prizes.
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