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Ahoy!
Wow! Can you believe the incredible Indian Summer we're enjoying? We hope you've been able to take advantage of the fantastic weather and get out on the water. It's rare when sailing on San Francisco Bay can be considered "balmy" and you don't want to miss it!
Speaking of getting out on the water, Winter Rates kick in today, which means the cost of chartering just dropped by 20% across the board. Just to give you an example, if two couples were to charter a 2-stateroom Hunter 320 for a weekend, the member cost is only $40 per person per day. Or to carry this to ridiculous extremes, that's only $1.70 per hour. That's probably less than it would cost to ride a bus by the hour and sailing is a heck of a lot greener, not to mention, more fun!
Have you checked out the new Sausalito location yet? We think it's quite wonderful. It's nearly twice as big, has quiet classrooms, the marina slips have fingers on both sides, the fairways are bigger, it's closer to the bay, several excellent restaurants are close by, plus West Marine and Molly Stone's supermarket, and there's lots of parking. Come see it during our Open House this Saturday, November 5th from 3-6 pm and we'll ply you with food and drink. Hope to see you there! |
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THIS WEEKEND! SAUSALITO OPEN HOUSE
SATURDAY, NOVEMBER 5
3pm - 6pm
Join us for some hors d'oeuvres and a glass of wine to check out our new digs!
 
Photos by: Rod Witel
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WINTER RATES HAVE ARRIVED!
NOVEMBER 1, 2011
Reduced rates - across the board - starts TODAY! Tuesday, November 1st.
Members already experience better rates and more savings on multiple-day charters - now, with winter rates in effect, you'll see 20% more savings!!! That's just craziness!
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 SMOKIN' DEAL ON SAILING LESSONS & GEAR!
BASIC CRUISING SKIPPER'S PACKAGE
Package value: $2,300
Special Package Price:
ONLY $1,295!
Given lower winter rates, we're able to pass on some savings to you! Plus, we're adding in a set of foul weather gear ~ FREE! with your package! ~ to keep you warm and dry!
Qualify to charter our beautiful boats up to 34'!
Small print:
Classes & any needed reviews or repeats must be completed by 3/31/12.
Offer expires 12/23/11
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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, November 5th
(come to the Open House after!)
9:00am - 1:00pm - Anchoring - Sausalito
1:30pm - 5:30pm - Sailing - Sausalito
Saturday, November 12th
9:00am - 1:00pm - Motoring - Alameda
1:30pm - 5:30pm - Crew Overboard - 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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NOGGIN BOGGLER WINNER!
We selected a winner from the entries submitted. Thank you to all w ho participated but ultimately we can only have one winner. Congratulations James Gross for winning last week's challenge. Jim will receive a new Club Nautique hat!
QUESTION:
You're sailing upon the spooky seas of the San Francisco Bay on an eerie winter's eve. You glance across the ominous night sky and notice that the Alcatraz light just formed a range with the south tower of the Golden Gate Bridge. Off of your starboard beam you notice a flashing red light that flashes every six seconds. Use your wickedly good navigational powers determine your latitude and longitude!
ANSWER:
Your position will be
Latitude - 37 49.9 N
Longitude - 122 23.9 W
You'll be looking at: R "2" Fl R 6s
Approximately 1.2nm from Alcatraz
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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 8am on Monday, November 7th.
QUESTION:
As and Club Nautique Skipper, you know how serious we take your training. Crew Overboard recoveries are performed in every power and sailing certification class we offer. Here are a few questions to get you thinking about the procedures. If you can't answer these questions, you may want to be coming to us for assistance. CN Skipper's Crew Overboard Quiz: 1. You are performing a quick turn recovery: After throwing flotation and shouting "crew overboard" what is your first point of sail? 2. You decide to use the Quick Stop Recovery method: After throwing flotation and shouting "crew overboard" what do you do next? 3. In the bay when performing a Crew Overboard Recovery, what side of the boat should you approach your victim on. 4. You are performing a Quick Turn Recovery and upon the final approach you are pointing too high and can't sail the boat back to the victim.What did you probably do wrong? 5. What is the number one rule when you have a crew that falls overboard or you spot another person in the water needing your help?
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 TODAY'S TIP!
When doing the Quick Stop recovery method of man overboard recovery, once you get your victim to your beam, use the wheel as a "sighting mechanism" to help you to see that you are keeping them at your beam.
To help you understand more clearly, what I wanted to say was "Gun-barrel", but "sighting mechanism" is a lot less graphic... I mean... you just threw the person overboard, now you're going to shoot at them? What the heck kinda deal is that?! Seriously, however, "Gun-barrel" might more clearly illustrate the point. Use the wheel as a gun barrel with a sight at the end to aim at your victim. It will help you to keep them steadily off of your beam until you go through the jibe and head towards them.
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SKIPPERS WANTED!
GET PAID TO GO SAILING!!! 
Award winning sailing school, Club Nautique, is seeking friendly skippers with solid boating and people skills for part-time skipper duties in our Sausalito and Alameda locations. We have the newest fleet on the Bay and are looking for skippers for our corporate events. We are particularly looking for skippers who are available on weekdays. Work with professional staff and have fun on the water. Licensed captains email or call:
schooldirector@clubnautique.net or (800) 343-7245.
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EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY!  Want to work where you play? Or know someone you think would like to work with us? Club Nautique has an opening for a full-time front desk person in our Alameda location to handle phones, charter bookings, class registration and a whole lot of other business. If you are friendly, efficient, can think on your feet, like working with people and can work weekends (required) this might be the job for YOU! Get membership benefits and more! If you know a good candidate - kindly pass this onto them. Please send your resume to shum@clubnautique.net
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CAUGHT ON CAMERA!
While Marianne is out of town, we don't have photos this week. What we DO have is this amazing video to share. If you haven't seen this, take a moment and treat yourself to this chilling and inspiring "documentary" of the boats of 9/11. You may want to have a tissue at the ready.
 | | 'Boatlift", An Untold Tale of 9-11 Resilience |
You may also be interested in this awesome piece of editing about the Rolex Big Boat series! Some of our members and our very own Corinna were out there participating. Hold onto your hats! Enjoy!
 | | T2p.tv Rolex Big Boat Series 2011 Music Video |
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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
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Cheers!
The Club Nautique Family |
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