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Greetings!
Whether your political beliefs are leaning to the left or to the right, you're bound to appreciate the men and women who put their lives on the line to protect our way of life. We are honored to host the second annual American Armed Forces Cup on Armed Forces Day, this Saturday, May 15th.
Join us to say "Thank You!" to the men and women who serve in our Armed Forces. Come out and cheer on your favorite team!
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 TODAY'S TIP
Courtesy of Nick Tarlson If the Coast Guard boards you, be courteous and helpful to avoid delays and inconvenience.
Inspection by the Coast Guard Auxiliary can get you a decal for you boat indicating that you are in compliance with Coast Guard regulations. This won't necessarily stop you from getting boarded, but it is an indication that you are a conscientious boater.
In the event the Coast Guard does decide to board you, assume that they are serious and do not try to talk them out of it. Be friendly and make it as easy as possible for them to come aboard. Remember that the Coast Guard authority on the water far exceeds normal law enforcement and that no "probably cause" is necessary for a Coast Guard boarding.
Most of the boarding teams are made up of Petty Officers. They will have their name on their shirt or life jacket, so proper military address would be "Petty Officer Jones". It's also fine to address them as "Sir" or "Ma'am", but don't address a woman as "Sir" as they did on Battlestar Galactica!
Know where your ship's papers are. Club Nautique boats have all of their papers in the charter manual on each boat. Keep a copy of your charter agreement, as that is the only thing connecting you as skipper to the boat. Be familiar with the location and use of all lifesaving equipment, especially lifejackets, fire extinguishers, and pyrotechnic flares.
You should also be aware that there are certain conditions under which the Coast Guard is authorized to terminate your voyage immediately and require you to remain in port until the hazardous condition is corrected. These include: - Insufficient number or type of lifesaving equipment, including life jackets. Note that you must have life jackets that fit the passenger, including small children.
- Inadequate fire fighting equipment.
- Excessive volatile fuel or vapors in the bilges.
- Instability from overloading, improper loading, or lack of adequate freeboard.
- Inoperable bilge system.
- Intoxication of the master or individual in charge.
- Lack of adequate operable navigation lights during periods of reduced visibility.
- Missing or inoperable watertight closures, flooding or uncontrolled leakage in any space.
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NAUTICAL NOGGIN-BOGGLER WINNER!
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!
This week's prize was a box of See's Candies!
Our winner is Rod Witel and his sweet Momma, Mary Witel.
QUESTIONS:
Whether your mom encourages you to pursue your dreams of sailing or she
gets out there herself, tell us why your mom is the best sailing mom on
the Bay! Send in a photo of mom along with a short description of why
you think your mom should hold the title of "Best Sailing Mom!"
Rod and His mom, Mary - We'll forgive their taste in sports teams.
ANSWERS:
My mama always said, "Life was like a box of chocolates. You never know what you're gonna get."
Ok, maybe it wasn't my mama but you can't dispute that Mrs. Gump was her son's greatest nautical proponent.
What's that you say? Nautical? Well just look at how successful Forrest became after he took to the sea and weathered the great storm. Without his mama's auspices we might never have know the culinary delights of Bubba Gump Shrimp!
Maybe the sea is like a box of chocolates and we're all just pieces floating around. We come in all shapes and sizes; nutty, hard as toffee, soft centered and even salty (you know who you are). We're a recipe gathered from around the world and from all walks of life who blend together with hopes of being one with the wind and the water.
Neptune wouldn't be Neptune without his mother, or Forrest without his .. nor I without mine.
Here's to all mothers who helped their sons and daughters become the people and sailor they always wanted to be.
Rod Witel
"I don't know if we each have a destiny, or if we're all just floatin' around accidental-like on a breeze. But I, I think maybe it's both." - Forrest Gump
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HUMP NIGHTS ARE HERE! Wednesday, May 12th5pm - 10pmSausalito It's that time of year again! Members, come on down, jump on a boat, and go for an enjoyable evening sail. When you get back to the dock the BBQ will be fired up and the cooler stocked! We're looking forward to getting you out on the water! Members & their Guests ONLY: $30 |
Our new spinnakers have arrived and we're ready to go! Racing is getting more fun every week! If you're not already signed up, come join us next Friday, May 14th. (TGIF - leave work early). There are still a couple slots open on these two boats! Click here to learn more about racing!
Racers must be BC certified. No spinnaker experience required.
2010 Friday Night Series Schedule
| Race | Date | Sub-Series | | 1 | 4/2 | 1 | | 2 | 4/16 | 1 | | 3 | 4/30 | 1 | | 4 | 5/14 | 1 | | 5 | 5/28 | 2
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| 7/23 | 3 | | 10 | 8/6 | 3 | | 11 | 8/20 | 3 | | 12 | 9/3
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Start Time 5:00 PM Individual Races - Members: $50/Non-Members: $67
Four-race Sub-Series - Members: $165/Non-Members: $220
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HELP US SUPPORT OUR TROOPS!
SATURDAY, MAY 15, 2010
Support our men & women in uniform!
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 Second Annual American Armed Forces Cup! Each branch of the military is sending three participants to compete head-to-head for the coveted 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 Coast Guard will be defending their title as American Armed Forces Cup Champions from 2009!
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BAREBOAT PREP CHARTER SHARE
 Build your skills in preparation for your Bareboat class. Join other Basic Cruising certified students and follow our guidelines to practice specific maneuvers that will get you ready to be a Bareboat student.
Upcoming Sessions:
Saturday, May 15th
9:00am - 1:00pm- Anchoring - Alameda
1:30pm - 5:30pm- Crew Overboard - Alameda
Saturday, May 22nd
9:00am - 1:00pm- Motoring - Alameda
1:30pm - 5:30pm- Sailing - Alameda
Members: $75*/Non-Members: $115*
*Take both morning and afternoon sessions and get an additional $10 off!
Learn more about sailing practice sessions |
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ANCHORING CLINIC
 Sunday, May 16
9am - 5pm
Sausalito
In this on-the-water clinic you will learn both basic and advanced anchoring techniques. The clinic covers anchoring equipment and theory, advanced scope calculations, target anchoring and the use of both single and multiple anchors. Specific scenarios that are practiced in the class include the use of bow and stern anchors, double anchors off the bow, Med-moors and anchoring under sail.
Taught by Club Nautique School Director, Jim Hancock. Jim has anchoring experience from more than 16,000 miles of international cruising and his technical analysis of anchoring scope has been published in the popular sailing press. Jim only runs this clinic a few times a year. This is a don't-miss for anybody interested in cruising or anchoring.
Ultimate Members: FREE
Members: $282/Non-Members: $375
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MEMBER-ONLY CHARTER DEALS!
Membership has its benefits!
Here are two great deals to help you save some money and charter more!
 #1 - Weekend Charter Bonus Days!
Now through June 30th, book any full weekend charter and get up to THREE additional adjoining days (before or after) at only $50 per day!
This offer includes holidays!
Book your boat today for our
Memorial Day Weekend Delta Rendezvous!
#2 - Weekday Charter Discount
 Now through June 30th we are reducing weekday rates on member charters by 20%!
This gives you the perfect reason to spend the day on a boat and have some fun. So come and enjoy this wonderful springtime weather!
We promise not to tell your boss!
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CHARTERBOAT OWNERSHIP OPPORTUNITY
Get Lucky!
Lucky G off of Ballena Bay during a Basic Powerboating Class
 | Have you been waiting for the right time to own a boat? Your time may have arrived! Club Nautique's 32' Nordic Tug, Lucky G, is for sale for the very attractive price of $240,000. Club Nautique wants to keep the boat in the fleet so we are bringing this opportunity to the attention of all of our readers. Here are some reasons why this may be the time for you to buy a boat: - Lucky G has some of the best charter performance of the entire Club Nautique fleet.
- Congress recently extended, through year's end, an increase in the Section 179 Tax Deduction to $250,000. This means that the full purchase price of the boat can be deducted from your taxes this year.
- Club Nautique is waiving its customary "charter placement fee".
- Even though Lucky G is a 2006 model year, it has been professionally maintained to the highest of standards for Club Nautique's charter use, so you can get a pre-owned boat while being confident that you won't encounter any surprises.
- Owning this boat will give you a place to stay or a yacht to use on the Bay in the most affordable way, ever.
Every one of Club Nautique's powerboating students start on this boat and they universally agree on what a great boat she is. If you have ever given thought to purchasing a yacht but felt the timing or economy was not right to do so, let's discuss it. Please direct any questions you may have to me personally. |
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NOGGIN BOGGLER - By Don Durant
QUESTION:
You are boarded by the Coast Guard. The senior man present has a name tag, "Jones" and a sleeve insignia as above. What is his rank and how should he be addressed? This week's prize: A Maritime Institute Mariner's Guide to Rules of the Road  |
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Hump Nights are back! Thanks to Rod for sending in these great photos. Looks like an amazing night for sail!
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We're here to help you realize your sailing and powerboating dreams! Please drop us a line, surf our website or just stop by either of our locations. We'd love to show you around!
Alameda - 510-865-4700
Sausalito - 415-332-8001
Click Here to join our email list today!
Cheers!
The Club Nautique Family
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