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Greetings!
We had so much fun at the American Armed Forces Cup the week before last, but this weekend is Memorial Day Weekend and it reminds us of the everyday sacrifices that service men and women are making for our country.
We came across this poignant montage that kinda says it all, we hope you enjoy it:
"The True Meaning of Memorial Day"
We will be taking advantage of the long weekend with a flotilla to the Delta. We've got just over 20 boats headed up river to celebrate the American lifestyle. Rest assured, we'll be raising a glass to toast the honorable men and women who put their lives on the line to defend our Country.
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*********************** IMPORTANT NOTICE ***********************
CLUB NAUTIQUE OFFICES WILL BE CLOSED
UNTIL 12 NOON ON WEDNESDAY, MAY 26th
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 TODAY'S TIP
Rafting up is a great way to enjoy time at anchor with friends from another boat. You can take a break, enjoy a community lunch, and share sea stories. That being said, there are only a few places in San Francisco Bay where it is safe to raft up. You need to be well protected from wakes and waves so that your boats won't roll into each other and get damaged. Treasure Island's Clipper Cove is one such location. When you raft up, anchor the larger boat first, put out lots of fenders at rail height, and secure your boats with bow lines, stern lines and spring lines. Adjust the boats' positions so that the masts are staggered fore and aft as a further precaution against the rigs getting entangled should the boats roll into each other.
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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!
Congratulations to this week's winner, JIM BOCK!  This week's prize is a Club Nautique Hat from our Pro Shop!
What were the songs that KFOG used to choreograph this year's fireworks?
ANSWER:
Introduction - Some sort of overture
Rock and Roll Music - Beatles
Why I am - Dave Matthews
Killer Queen - Queen
Poker Face - Lady GaGa
Live and Let Die - Guns and Roses
Hey, Soul Sister - Train
Think - Aretha Franklin
Fix You - Cold Play
Let it Roll - Little Feat
Won't Get Fooled Again - The Who
See what you missed... Check it out!
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HUMP NIGHTS ARE HERE! Wednesday, May 19th5pm - 10pmAlameda 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 we'll have a nice warm meal ready for you and the cooler will be stocked! We're looking forward to getting you out on the water! Members & their Guests ONLY: $30 |
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Racing is getting more fun every week! If you're not already signed up, come join us this Friday, May 28th. (TGIF - leave work early). There are still a couple slots open on these two boats!
Ke-Kumu has been out of action for the past two races due to the need to replace her mast. But she should be back this week and needs crew to get back in the hunt for trophies.
Second Verse is now in a tie for 3rd after a great spinnaker run in the last race. Eleven boats are competing and standings change every race.
Come join the fun, learn about spinnakers, racing rules, and how to optimize boat performance.
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
| | 6 | 6/11
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| | 7 | 6/25 | 2
| | 8 | 7/9 | 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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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 29th
9:00am - 1:00pm- Anchoring - Sausalito
1:30pm - 5:30pm- Crew Overboard - Sausalito
Saturday, June
9:00am - 1:00pm- Anchoring - 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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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
QUESTION:
Identify the two lines in the image below.
This week's prize:
A hat saving "Hat Clip" from our pro shop!
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CALIFORNIA COASTAL ADVENTURE!
Cruise the California Coast with us!
Early sign up discounts available
Leg I San Francisco to Santa Barbara
Oct 10 to Oct 16
Leg II Santa Barbara to San Diego
Oct 17 to Oct 24
Leg III San Diego to Santa Barbara
Oct 26 to Nov 1
Leg IV Santa Barbara to San Francisco
Nov 2 to Nov 9
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November 12 - 19Come with us! Get on our skippered boat or charter your own boat and tag along!
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CPM CORNER
Some of our Coastal Passage Making students embarked on a hearty adventure this past week. Two boats headed down the coast for a five-day trip. Both boats returned healthy and happy. The students looked blissfully exhausted with that "I learned some cool stuff" glimmer in their eyes.
Thanks for the photos, Claudia!
Neil, Patrick and Desley enjoy a calm transit under the Golden Gate.
Claudia gets into the action while Patrick steers and Instructor, Arnstein, keeps a watchful eye.
Don't try this at home! Martin prepares to set of a flare at sea.
Arnstein makes sure to keep the Coast Guard informed about the practice.
Dinner ashore in Monterey. What's that in your hand Neil? Did you win the lottery?
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These adventuresome souls came out for Hump Night and enjoyed a brisk and exciting sail in the Catamaran.
Folks on Aquavit spotted waiting for sunset and the big KABOOM fireworks display.  Daniel and Bryan chillaxin.
 Snuggling keeps the chill off.
KABOOM!!!
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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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