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Greetings!
In honor of July 4th we would like to reflect on independence and freedom. Freedom can come in many forms; mostly we think of it as freedom from oppression, but the kind of freedom we see most frequently here at Club Nautique is freedom from limitations. Besides the very real, physical representation of casting your lines off the dock and being free to roam the open sea, there is a more powerful, independence that comes from learning to sail and recognizing that you have gained the confidence and know-how to pull away from the dock and sail freely into the sunset!
"I want to relate a story by way of sending a thank you to everyone at CN. I was talking with a colleague last week and he asked where we went on vacation. When I told him we were sailing in the BVI, he asked with an air of incredulity, 'By yourselves? Competently?' I made a joke of answering of course, 'no one drowned, nothing sank,' but later, I realized it was something of a miracle. Eighteen months ago we hardly knew how to tack. And here we were sailing a 41 footer to eight islands in the Caribbean, with confidence and joy. So thanks to everyone at Club Nautique for making that possible!"
Club Nautique Member - Roger Rosner
We hope you have a wonderful 4th of July!
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************IMPORTANT!*************
It has been rumored that police presence and activity will be heightened during the 4th of July weekend. Practice safe boating; wear life jackets and drink responsibly - the skipper and any additional operators of your vessel must remain sober. Read about laws governing safe boating. |
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Webster Street will be closed from Buena Vista Avenue to Central Avenue on July 4th between the hours of 5am and 4pm for a 4th of July parade. Please be sure to alert your guests and plan accordingly. Click here to download a pdf of these directions |
************SAVE THE DATE!*************
30th ANNIVERSARY PARTY
& CHARTER SHARE PARTY!
Saturday, JULY 24th -
6pm - 8pm
Alameda
 FUN! FUN! FUN! Food! Beverages! Mix & Mingle! Everyone welcome. Please R.S.V.P.! |
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SPOTLIGHT ON FIREFLY!
 When we asked John Kuony, the owner of Firefly, one of our offshore equipped Hunter 36s located in Alameda, what makes her special? John had plenty to talk about... "Because I'd love to see more extended charters on her, when I ordered her we ordered an extra freezer/refrigerator to provide more cold storage for extended trips. We installed a fresh water head to keep the interior smelling new. We have placed several pillows aboard for our charterers' comfort as well as equipped her with numerous portable fans, wind scoops, flat screen TV, stereo DVD system and a varied music and movie collection." He also told us that for charters of three days and longer he will include a nice hard bottom, easy to tow and row dinghy, a cockpit awning and a BBQ grill at no additional charge! He's even considering allowing the use of a cruising spinnaker depending on experience. Sounds like the perfect boat to take up to the Delta or that cruise to Santa Cruz! Thanks for sharing your beautiful boat with us John and Janine!
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MAX CRITTENDEN ON SOLAR WIND!
Club Nautique instructor and Single Handed Sailing Society member, Max Crittenden, has entered the 2010 Singlehanded Transpac aboard his custom 30 foot sloop, Solar Wind and is currently inching his way toward Hawaii! Go, Max! GO!!!
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 TODAY'S TIP
Plan your Firework viewing in advance! Do a little research to plot out the optimal spot to view fireworks. Search the internet for websites that will have information about the positions of barges, areas that are restricted and possible tips for the best places to anchor. Also remember that it gets cold out there on the water at night; be sure to pack a few extra blankets, fleeces and caps to keep your crew happy and warm. FIREWORKS!
July 3rdRichmondJuly 4thPier 39 | Sausalito | Berkeley | Hercules Photo by: Deb Fehr |
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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 of a Stream Machine Super Soaker, Deb Fehr! 
QUESTION: List at least 10 songs with "Summer" or "Summertime" in the song title or lyrics!
ANSWER:
Summer Lovin' - Grease
Summer of "69 - Bryan Adams
Boys of Summer - Don Henley
In the Summertime - Mungo Jerry
Summertime, Summertime - Jamies
Summer in the City - Loving Spoonful
Summertime - DJ Jazzy Jeff & Fresh Prince
Summer - War
Summer Wind - Frank Sinatra
Summertime Blues - Eddie Cochran
While Deb was the winner that we selected randomly from the correct answers given, our music man, Rod Witel, provided us with a rather comprehensive list to add to your play list for your next charter. Thanks Rod!
Summertime Blues - Eddie Cochran, The Boys Of Summer - Don Henley, All Summer Long - The Beach Boys, In The Summertime - Mungo Jerry, Endless Summer - The Beach Boys, Where's Summer B - Ben Folds, Summer Highland Falls - Billy Joel, Summer Nights - Grease, Summer of 69 - Bryan Adams, Summer Breeze - Seals & Crofts, This Summer - Squeeze, Summer Wind - Frank Sinatra, Suddenly Last Summer - The Motels, Hot Fun In The Summertime - Sly and The Family Stone, Summer In the City - Lovin' Spoonful, Girls of Summer - Aerosmith, Girls In Their Summer Clothes - Bruce Springsteen, Summer of Love - Jefferson Airplane, Satin Summer Nights - Paul Simon, Summer Of Drugs - Soul Asylum, Lonely Summer Nights - Stray Cats, Indian Summer - Joe Walsh, Summer of Roses - Willie Nelson
Summer Kisses, Winter Tears - Elvis Presley, Summer '69 - Pink Floyd, Sex In The Summer - Prince, All Summer Single - Billy Idol, Lazy Hazy Crazy Days of Summer - Engelbert Humperdinck, Farewell My Summer Love - Michael Jackson, Summer's Gone - The Kinks, Keep An Eye On Summer - Brian Wilson, Taste the Summer - Duran Duran, Summer and Lightning - ELO, Long Hot Summer - Glenn Frey, The Last Day Of Summer - The Cure, Summer Soft - Stevie Wonder, Never Dreamed, You'd Leave In Summer - Stevie Wonder, Summer Rain - Belinda Carlisle, Indian Summer Sky - U2, Black Summer Rain - Eric Clapton, The Other Side Of Summer - Elvis Costello, In The Good Old Summer Time - Nat King Cole, Cruel Summer - Bananarama, Summerlove Sensation - Bay City Rollers, This Ain't The Summer of Love - Blue Oyster Cult, That Summer - Garth Brooks, Summerzcool - Jimmy Buffett, Sticky Summer Weather - John Denver, The Summer of His Year - The BeeGees, Summer Sand - Tony Orlando and Dawn, Them From A Summer Place - Percy Faith, Sunshine and Summertime - Faith Hill, Summer - Bette Midler
Hello Summertime - Bobby Goldsboro, Things We Did Last Summer - Dean Martin
The Hissing Of Summer Lawns - Joni Mitchell, Summer Weaving - Melanie, Summer's Day Song - Paul McCartney, High Summer - Van Morrison, Youth of 1000 Summers - Van Morrison, Meet Me In the Indian Summer - Van Morrison, Summertime in England - Van Morrison, Summer's End - Foo Fighters, The Red Summer Sun - Third Eye Blind, Summertime Rolls - Jane's Addiction, Feels Like Summer Again - The Wallflowers, It's Summer - The Temptations, Summer Wine - The Corrs, Dirty Summer's Day - Thompson Twins, Summerfling - K.D. Lang, Till Summer Comes Around - Keith Urban, A Night In Summer Long Ago - Mark Knopfler
Summer of Our Discontent - Cowboy Junkies, Summer Madness - Mary J. Blige
The Door Into Summer - The Monkees, It Must Be Summer - Fountains of Wayne
Summer Skin - Death Cab for Cutie, Midsummer New York - Yoko Ono
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HUMP NIGHTS SAILING! Wednesday, June 30th5pm - 10pmAlameda 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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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, July 10
9:00am - 1:00pm- Motoring - Alameda
1:30pm - 5:30pm- Crew Overboard - Alameda
Saturday, July 17
9:00am - 1:00pm- Anchoring - Sausalito
1:30pm - 5:30pm- Sailing - Sausalito
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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 LINE HANDLING CLINIC
Thursday, July 1
6pm - 7:30pm
San Carlos West Marine
Saturday, July 1010am - 11:30am Alameda Learn techniques for handling lines that will set you apart as a skilled seaman or seawoman on any boat. In this hands-on clinic you will learn ways to coil a line, ways to secure a coil, how to lay a line out on deck so that it doesn't kink or foul, techniques for dealing with the ends of your dock lines, methods for throwing a line or coil and many, many other tips and techniques that you won't find anywhere else. Even the experienced sailor is guaranteed to learn something. FREE! - Please RSVP.
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 NIGHT SAILING CLINIC
Saturday, July 24th 7pm - 11pm Alameda Sailing at night may be one of the most enjoyable experiences you'll ever have. But you need to know what you're doing. This is a perfect opportunity for sailors and powerboaters alike to gain some night time experience. Join us as we head out after dark, get you acclimated to night cruising and provide you with tips and tricks to keep you safe and make it fun! Ultimate Members: FREE!Members: $109/NonMembers: $145
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MEMBER-ONLY CHARTER DEALS!
****EXTENDED THROUGH OCTOBER!****
Membership has its benefits!
Here are two great deals to help you save some money and charter more!
 #1 - Weekend Charter Bonus Days!
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!
#2 - Weekday Charter Discount
 Weekday rates on member charters are reduced 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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NOGGIN BOGGLER
Reply to this email with your answer to the following nautical Noggin-Boggler. There is no need to change the subject line. Club Nautique will randomly select a winner from all correct responses received by noon on Monday, July 5th.
QUESTION:
A big part of being independent on a sailboat is casting off the lines and heading out to the open sea. At Club Nautique, we recommend that one of the first things that you do to prepare you for that independence is to detach the power cord during your pre-cruise check. Why do we recommend that?
This week's prize:
A hat clip from the Club Nautique pro-shop.
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CALIFORNIA COASTAL ADVENTURE!
Cruise the California Coast with us!
Available discounts:
10% Ultimate Discount
5% Multiple leg discount
$150 Class credit if striking for a certification
May combine any or all above
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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CLUB NAUTIQUE WANTS MORE COLGATES IN OUR FLEET!
New or used; we have a great line on one used boat, here in the Bay Area.
Great little sport boats! So fun to sail!
Call us now for information: (800) 343-SAIL |
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Ken Agustin and his group of charter sharers took advantage of the weekday member discount and had an inexpensive and enjoyable day on the bay. Thanks to Konrad Sosnow for the photos!
Konrad, Allen and Debbie
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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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