Salty Dog Series: Weekend 1

The Salty Dog Series

We've realized that a lot of people want to sail but have yet to get their feet wet. Racing is fun, but an intimidating way to learn. Cruising treks leave something to be desired for aspiring sportsmen. Some people have specific goals when it comes to sailing. 

The LBS Sailing Club is launching a series of events called the Salty Dog Series. These events are designed provide instruction and hands on experience for people keen to learn. We will do some practice maneuvers (syllabus is currently being developped), as well as cover some of the basics of trimming (managing) your sails, navigating, tides, and docking. Participants will be sailing with certified skippers and experienced crew from both the alumni and student chapters. 

Snacks will be provided. Signups are on a first come first serve basis. Each person is repsonsible for arranging train travel to the point of departure on their own. The point of departure will be announced Wednesday 20, May. 

Summary

Who: Any member of the LBS community. All levels of experience are welcome including people who have never sailed. 

What: 1 day of sailing is 50 pounds. We will likely make a stop for  Included in that is:

• Cost of the boat rental

• Insurance on the boat

• Snacks and water

• Stay on the boat for free if you do both days of sailing

Where: Location to be announced Wed 20 May. It will be somewhere in the Portsmouth area. The location will be determined by boat availability. 

When: All day Saturday 23 May and all day Saturday 24 May. Sail one or both days. Stay free overnight on the boat between Saturday and Sunday. 

Why: You want to learn about sailing. Perhaps you want to gain some knowledge before going on the Greece or Turkey trips. 

How: Sign up through campus groups. Registration open on 12 May at 1800. 

Disclaimers:
1) Sailing is a sport. Injuries happen. If you get injured you are liable. 
2) We value safety above all else. Therefore the trip can be cancelled at the skippers discretion due to hazardous weather, high winds or any other safety concerns. Refunds will be provided less any deposit we lose on the boat.
3) In order to keep costs low, we will be negotiating boats a few days in advance of this trip. There is a small chance that none of the marinas we work with have boats available. In that case, a full refund will be provided.
4) The cost covers the insurance for the boat, however there is a deductible. Damage incurred to the boat will be shared by all parties, regardless of the circumstances of that damage.