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Working at a sailing school we get to witness quite a bit of transformation. One of our favorite things is watching students make the transition from uncertain novice to confident skipper. It happens at different speeds for different people, but when it happens it's almost as if they are lit up inside. They practically levitate heading back from the dock - their eyes wide with excitement and hungry to learn more. The bonus for us is that it keeps our own enthusiasm fresh and reminds us to get out there and keep learning.
If you enjoy learning, it's hard to have a bad day on the water. We're happy to keep providing you with lots of opportunities to learn and have fun!
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We're going to Mexico!
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It's ON! We're going out the gate and turning left!
We filled the boat, but due to some late cancellations there are new opportunities to get on board. Come to our planning party to learn more during our August 22nd crew mixer at our Sausalito location.
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Today's Tip
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If you're planning to sail to Mexico, renew your passport now! It is now a requirement to have a current U.S. Passport in order to be admitted back into the U.S. after traveling outside of her borders.
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Nautical Noggin-Boggler
WINNER!
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We selected our winner randomly from the correct answers submitted. Don't miss your chance to dazzle us with your knowledge and win a prize!
Congratulations to last week's winner:
JUSTIN RAU
The proud winner of a helpful bag of Club Nautique practice line.
QUESTION:
There are numerous ways to coil a line (open coil, figure 8, over & under, etc.). The figure 8 is often preferred among experienced racers and cruisers for coiling running rigging that needs to be ready for use. Why?
ANSWER:
Using a Figure-8 coil is preferred because it doesn't put any twist in the line. This allows the line to run free without kinking. Compared to an open coil, where each turn of the coil introduces 360° of twist into the line, in a Figure-8 coil the clockwise twist at one end of the 8 is negated by the counterclockwise twist at the other end, leaving no net twist.
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West Marine Seminar Series
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 Thursday, August 6th
6pm - 7pm
West Marine Oakland
SEMINAR SERIES
Join us at the Oakland West Marine; you'll be glad that you did! There will be lots of good information on a variety of sailing topics, plus special offers to save you money.
Thursday, August 6th - Line Handling
Learn advanced line handling skills that will take you from a boat full of spaghetti to a tidy, well-managed ship. Presented by Club Nautique School Director, Jim Hancock.
FREE! Everyone welcome!
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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)
Now open to non-members!
Next Race: Friday, August 7th
Join us every other Friday evening for fun, competitive sailing aboard a Colgate 26 as we take part in the Ballena Bay YC beer can races. Afterwards slide up to the yacht club bar to re-live each exciting minute and critique yourselves (and the other racers!) in a tack-by-tack race analysis from our onboard Club Nautique Tactician-du-jour.
Meet at CN Alameda at 5 pm to prep the boat, review sailing instructions and conditions, then get out to the starting line for the race.
No prior race experience required.
Must be Basic Cruising certified.
Reservations required. Call to confirm dates.
Members: $35/Non-Members: $47
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Charter Sharing is BACK!
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We set the boat aside. You sign up to go sailing!
Tuesday Weekday Getaways!
9am - Dusk
August 11 - Sausalito
August 18 - Alameda
Sunday Sails!
9am - Dusk
August 9 - Sausalito
August 16 - Alameda
August 23 - Sausalito
Enjoy an economical way to go sailing. Meet new crew mates, go new places and have fun!
Tuesdays: Members $75/Non-Members $115
Sundays: Members $80/Non-Members $125
Requires a BC level skipper and minimum three crew to run. |
Bareboat Prep
Charter Share
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 Have you finished Basic Cruising? Get ready for your Bareboat class and build your skills. Join other Basic Cruising certified students and follow the guidelines that we set for you to practice specific maneuvers to prepare you for your Bareboat certification.
Session topics: Sailing, Motoring, Crew Overboard & Anchoring. Attend all four sessions and skipper one of the sessions and you'll receive four credits towards your experience requirement for Bareboat class.
Upcoming Sessions:
Saturday, August 15th
9am - 1pm - Motoring - Alameda
Saturday, August 15th
2pm - 6pm - Sailing - Alameda
Saturday, August 29th
9am - 1pm - Motoring - Sausalito
Saturday, August 29th
2pm - 6pm - Sailing - Sausalito
Members: $75*/Non-Members: $115*
*Take both morning and afternoon sessions and get an additional $10 off!
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Bay Cruising Workshop
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Sunday, August 9th
10am - 2pm
Sausalito
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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SAVE THE DATE!
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Saturday, August 22nd
11am - 1pm
Sausalito
- Link up with crew
- Enjoy drinks and munchies
- Discuss future charter share dates and events
- Head out for afternoon sail with new sailing buddies!
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Nautical Noggin-Boggler
With Input by: Peter Cameron - Sailing Instructor
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Reply to this email with your answer to the following nautical Noggin-Boggler. No need to change the title. Club Nautique will randomly select a winner from all correct responses received by end of business on Monday, August 10th.
Question:
Sailing down the coast of Baja is an experience that you will remember for a lifetime. Match each location on the Pacific side of the Baja Peninsula with the appropriate clue for this week's Noggin Boggler.
The prize: a bottle of Jose Cuervo Gold tequila. Winner must be at least 21 years of age to qualify.
Employees of Club Nautique/Cruising Yachts and members of their families not eligible for prizes. |
Amazing Prices on Sailing Lessons!
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Tell a friend!
$200 off our Basic Cruising Skipper's package!
Amazing package deal includes:
US SAILING Basic Keelboat and Basic Cruising Classes
PLUS! Bay Cruising Workshop!
$200 off our Basic Powerboat Cruising Course!
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Caught on Camera
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Hump Night in Sausalito
Our little shutterbug is always sending us such great photos. Thanks as usual Rod!
Tammy at the helm with Jean waiting patiently for her turn
Jean gets her turn as Doug and Eiko pose with Anne's Turn in the background
Eiko & Elizabeth in front of Alcatraz
Bob minds the main sheet
The crew of Anne's Turn
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