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Upcoming: Open Water: April 1 5pm Advanced OW: April 12 10am Gas Planning and Management: April 17 6pm Buoyancy Skills: March 19 6pm Rescue: April 22 6pm
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High School Sailing Sailing is best explained by experiencing
it, and that is why there aren't more websites that encourage you to get out and
go sailing. There is just something special about being on the water,
surrounded by other boats, working with your team mate to get the best boatspeed,
and all the while watching the wind and the clock to get the best start. Don't you need to know how to sail? Getting started in sailing is easy, you show up at practice ready to go out and learn how. We pair you up with crew that does sail and once you learn the ropes you start training with the team and racing. It really only takes a couple hours to learn how to sail a boat, and the rest of the time is how to sail as smart and quick as possible. Is it hard? Sailing itself is not necessarily "hard", but it does take a bit of practice to do well. Do girls sail? Oh, yeah. Matter of fact sailing teams are co-ed, and it's encouraged that each crew pair is co-ed as well. Women are found both as helmsmen (drivers) and as trimmers on boats.
Seasons are broken up into 2 sub seasons. Fall season and Spring season. For those who are committed to sailing, they participate in both seasons, for people who also participate in other spring or autumn sports they can pick which time of year they wish to participate. You don't actually sail in the winter do you? Many sailors do sail year round, but when it comes to high school events spring and fall are the primary seasons. Winter practices are available, but more specialized clothes are usually recommended to sail during the winter. What kinds of gear do I need? For the most part, you really don't need any specific gear to go sailing but some items make life more comfortable. Sailing gloves- most use
Atlas grip gloves which cost about $5 at the hardware store. Leather
sailing gloves are found for $15-$60. Foulweather gear- The outer layers you wear to protect against the elements don't have to be expensive, but they do need to be sturdy and able to repel water and wind. Dinghy tops, bibs and other specialized gear can be bought at marine stores with prices ranging from $25-200. Hat- A ball cap or brimmed hat can be very nice to have on the water. Shoes- Soft soled shoes with non-skid rubber that can get wet are all that's necessary. There are dozens of styles of sailing shoes, boots, booties, and sandals out there all designed to keep your feet from sliding and protecting toes and soles from injury. Shoes need to be well fitting, not loose on the feet, and comfortable. Personal Flotation (PFD/ Lifejacket) PFD's need to fit well, be comfortable, and allow you to move freely. Comfort is very important because you will be wearing it whenever you are on the water, docks, or in a boat. PFD's come in a variety of styles and shapes, just make sure the PFD you pick will fit over your outerwear and layers, is a Type 1, 2, or 3. Who would we compete against? There are several schools in the area that have active sailing programs including:
and of course the HS programs involved with Young Mariners.
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