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Greetings!
As holidays go, 4th of July rivals Thanksgiving for my favorite. You don't have to purchase gifts, it's all about celebration and community and to top it off, you get treated to free fireworks! In our family there is an abundance of boating, food, drink, laughter and joy. I have memories of bobbing around on boats, waving sparklers in the balmy night air and singing patriotic tunes as the night sky lights up with thunderous enthusiasm. Those are the moments that strengthen tradition and create bonds.
I hope you get to enjoy fireworks, boating, Cousin Beth's famous crab dip (or your family's equivalent), parades that have Shriners in boat-shaped go-carts and people on floats that throw candy and treats to kids along the route. And I hope that you get to enjoy sharing lasting memories with your family watching a colorful and patriotic display of fireworks while bobbing about on a boat. God Bless America, indeed! |
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FIREWORKS AROUND THE BAY AREA!
Saturday, July 2nd
Bodega Bay - Make a weekend of it! Head out the Gate for a California Coastal Adventure!
Sunday, July 3rd
Richmond - Spend the evening in Paradise on the hook and watch the show from across the way!
Monday, July 4th
Sausalito - Spend the night on the hook in Richardson Bay or just bob about on your way back to the barn.
San Francisco - Cruise along the city front to enjoy the show or get a slip at Pier 39 for the night.
Berkeley - Anchor in the lee of Angel Island and watch the show from across the way.
Martinez or Suisun City- Bob about on your favorite floatie in the warm waters of the Delta as you enjoy the shows!
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NEW BENETEAU 40 COMING SOON!
We are excited to announce that a brand new Beneteau 40 - Mystique - will be joining our fleet at some point this summer. Member, Mike Piech, has joined the proud ranks of boat owner. Congratulations Mike! The boat will be an Ocean rated, three cabin beauty. We are looking forward to her arrival and we can't wait to get her out on the water!
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 HUMP NIGHT IN ALAMEDA!
Wednesday, June 29th
5pm - 9pm
This members-only event is one of our favorites! Sign up for a sail with fellow club mates and head out for an exhilarating sail then back to the clubhouse for a BBQ and socializing.
PLEASE NOTE:
- Skippers are assigned to boats on a first come/first served basis
- Members must be present to be assigned to a boat
- All boats are cleared to depart the dock promptly at 6pm
Cost: Members & Guests Only $30
Click here to learn more about our Hump Night Sails
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WOW!!!!
MEMBERSHIP INCLUDING SAILING LESSONS!!! Offer expires on Thursday!!! ***EXPIRES 6/30/2011*** 
Learn to go sailing then start sailing for 40% less!
Click here to learn more about this incredible special! |
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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 2nd
9:00am - 1:00pm - Motoring - Alameda
1:30pm - 5:30pm - Crew Overboard - Alameda Saturday, July 9th
9:00am - 1:00pm - Motoring - Alameda
1:30pm - 5:30pm - Crew Overboard - Alameda 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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CHOWDER CHARTER CHARTER SHARE!
Sunday, July 10th
10am - 6pm
Sausalito
Head out for a nice day on the water with fellow sailors then back to the barn for some warm chowder and socializing at the clubhouse. It's the perfect end to your weekend.
Members & Guest: $80/Non-Members: $135
Click here to learn more about Chowder Charters!
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 FULL MOON CHARTERSHARE
Friday, July 15th
5pm - 10pm
Alameda
Spend date night on a beautiful sail under the silvery moon! We're whipping up a charter share for the Full Moon and Friday night! Come get on board. Bring your sweetie, some snacks and a sense of adventure!
Members: $60
Non-Members: $80
Click here to learn more about our Full Moon Chartershare
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POKE YOUR NOSE OUT THE GATE
Sunday, July 24th
830am - 5pm
Sausalito
Ever wonder what it's like to sail outside the Gate? We would love to show you! With one of our Coastal Passage Making instructors onboard we'll give you a taste of what it's like on the other side!
Members: $175
Non-Members: $233
Click here to learn more about Poking Your Nose Out the Gate
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PETALUMA WEEKEND SAIL!
Friday, August 5th - Sunday, August 7th
Join the gang as we head up to Petaluma for a weekend of relaxation and summertime fun!
Take your time sailing up the lazy river. Wind through countryside met by rolling hilltops and cloud speckled skies. Stop to take a dip. Enjoy the activity and nightlife of downtown Petaluma.
NOTE! We've added Friday to maximize chillaxin' and relaxin'. Bonus! Add an additional weekday to your charter for no extra cost and have yourself an even longer Mini-vacation! Email Marianne if you're interested.
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JOIN US ON FACEBOOK!
If you are on facebook, be sure to "like" Club Nautique and get the latest updates on what's going on in the sailing community and here at our clubhouses!
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TODAYS TIP!
 If you challenge yourself, you'll improve your skills!
We know staying in your comfort zone is a warm and fuzzy place to be, but if you never challenge yourself how can you expect to improve? Start by trying to step out of your box while other sailors are on the boat or tag along on one of our flotillas. You'll be amazed at just how easy and fun this stuff can be!
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NOGGIN BOGGLER WINNER!
We randomly selected the winner from the correct answers that were submitted. Don't miss your chance to dazzle us with your knowledge and win a prize!
Congratulations, Dave Russel!
Question:
 The summer solstice is the official first day of summer. When does summer end?
- At the winter solstice.
- At the vernal equinox.
- At the autumnal equinox.
The Sun crosses the celestial equator going southward; it rises exactly due east and sets exactly due west. There are roughly 12 hours each of daylight and night time.
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NOGGIN BOGGLER!
Simply reply to this email with your answer to the following nautical Noggin-Boggler. There is no need to change the subject line, just hit reply and send your answer. Club Nautique will choose the winner for this week's Boggler randomly from all of the correct entries. Please respond by noon on Monday, July 4th.
David Sands and his wife Yuriko (Yuri) were kind enough to donate their time to refurbish our working sailboat model. They'd like to crash that bottle of champagne over the bow and christen her but we need your help! What should we call her? We'll choose our favorite name out of those submitted. Winner will receive a bottle of champagne!
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CPM CORNER!
This past week we ran a 5 day Coastal Passage Making with each student sitting for two positions. We're happy to report that everyone passed with flying colors and the crew was thrilled with their adventure. Our gentleman Captain, Aki Kaniel, headed the charge. Congratulations to passing Skippers Chris Hagen and Dwayne Sullivan - they only have to complete their tag-along voyages and they'll get that coveted CPM sticker! Well done you two! Renee Kiml and Sebastian de Halleux successfully completed their Navigation requirement having passed both Jr. Navigator and Navigator. Way to go you guys! And Mark Berenson completed his Crew and Jr. Navigator requirement. Congratulations Mark. We know how much hard work goes into these classes and we're so proud of your accomplishment.
Sebastian sent in these great photos of their adventure. Thanks Sebastian!
From left: Mark Berenson, Sebastian de Halleux, Chris Hagen, Aki Kaniel, Renee Kiml and Dwayne Sullivan
Renee & Chris pose with the Oracle AC45
Renee riding high!
They call me Captain Sullivan!
YIKES!!! Spotted off the Coast of Monterey
High heel!
Noisy neighbors in Santa Cruz.
Half Moon Bay entrance.
Sebastian headed out of Half Moon Bay.
Driving with the emergency tiller.
There was good sailing
Aki keeping watch past mile rock.
Mark at the helm and Renee with her trusty companion. 
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CAUGHT ON CAMERA!
David Sands and his wife, Yuriko, did an amazing job refurbishing our working model sailboat. Thanks so much for all your hard work. Don gets in on the action and helps rig the mainsheet. 
Yuriko points out the personal touches 
Happy Basic Cruising student, Sarah got a wonderful gift on her Birthday - not only did she and her fellow students graduate, the guys whipped up birthday cake for her as well! Congratulations to you all and Happy Birthday Sarah! 
Happy Basic Keelboaters with Instructor Peter Leib 
Marco's Keelboating crew 
Rod and his crew of happy sailors 
Meanwhile, over in Sausalito Arnstien commands obedience on his boat... 
Not to worry - it looks like they were having a good time
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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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