WHAT'S
GOING ON THIS SEASON!
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MONTHLY SOCIAL PROGRAMS
(6-9
pm) SATURDAY 8/14!
CANCELLED
National Marina Day
Celebration
All the marinas on Lanier are
participating in the celebration of
this annual event.
Aqualand and Holiday Marinas are additionally hosting "Tenant Appreciation"
events.
Unfortunately
Guest will not be permitted
in either complex this Saturday,
so our sailing training outings and monthly social will have to be cancelled.
Congratulations To Our Newest Certified Staff Members:
Windsong is the only school that requires an 3-6 month instructor
apprenticeship for new staff candidates. The apprenticeship is a
demanding period in which experienced sailors must learn and master
instructional, coaching and time management techniques that ensure their
efforts to develop our students meet the quality standards our customers
have grown to expect. Depending on everyone's availability,
business and personal schedules, each candidate progresses at different
rates and complete their apprenticeships at varying times. As a
part of their apprenticeship, each candidate must attend and complete an
A. S. A. instructor evaluation and certification clinic, which is quite
demanding in stamina, abilities and knowledge as a sailor and
instructor.
The certification clinic consist of several 8 hour
days of drills and exams to develop and assess each candidates sailing
knowledge and ability to coach and train others. Although the
clinics require a great deal of research, study and practice before
hand, it also provides an opportunity to share ideas and techniques as
professional trainers. This training requires the investment of
substantial time and financial resources to complete and reflects
everyone's commitment to their desire to become a Windsong instructor.
Recently two candidates have earned the right to attend the instructor
certification clinic and were successful in earning their A. S. A.
Instructor Certifications.
Windsong candidates have a history of
finishing at the top of their class at the clinics and were rated
superlatively as compared to candidates from other competing schools.
These high ratings continue to ensure that our students benefit from the
finest collection of professional instructors who are the product of a
thorough formal selection, evaluation and training program which is
unique to Windsong. Please take a moment to congratulate the two
following candidates the next time you work with them as they have
earned the right and distinction of becoming American Sailing
Association's newest certified instructors.
Jim Chambers
Tom Broome
Additionally the
following staff completed the rigorous 5-day Colgate 26 Performance Sailing and Tuning program conducted in the bay and offshore
near Captiva Island this summer.
Tom Broome
Sterling Chavis
Patti Price
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T-SHIRTS
ARE IN !!!!!!!
The first opportunity to buy one
will be this Saturday's Social 6-9 pm.
Be the first to get your 2004
TEAM WINDSONG T-Shirt!
Only three dozen have been ordered and we sorta feel these will go FAST
so don't delay, buy TODAY!
The white T-Shirts have the
prestigious Windsong logo on the front
and the full color artwork on the back.
a $15 donation is requested.
All proceeds go toward equipment
and other
special subsidized programs such as the monthly socials. |
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Windsong HATS
ARE IN TOO!!!!!!!
These superior quality white
embroidered caps will be collectors items. Not only are
they extremely comfortable and easily adjustable, they are breathable
and offer an extended bill to protect your face from the sun. A
good sailing hat IS hard to find and these will fit the bill for a
number of seasons.
A $15
donation is requested.
All proceeds
go toward equipment and other
special subsidized programs such as the monthly socials. |
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The July monthly social
was a real delight. The Storm Sailing video and subsequent lengthy
discussion was a value to everyone. There was new and
controversial material presented that is still debated in the industry
but much evidence exists to substantiate the merit of deployment.
Thousands of miles of ocean seaway practical application have proven
that some prevalent tactics for safe and comfortable passage making
likely are based upon invalid assumptions or technology that has evolved
to the point that new approaches are required.
If you weren't there, you missed yet another
excellent presentation and social highlight of the summer punctuated
once again by shrimp and other excellent refreshments contributed by
those who attended.
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HOW SAFE IS YOUR
BOAT?
Once again, Windsong is busy conducting U.S.
Coast Guard approved and U.S. Sail and Power Squadron sponsored Vessel
Safety Examinations (VSE) at Aqualand Marina and Holiday Marinas. Safety inspections
are free and cover all the Federal and State requirements for your size
vessel (Sail or Power) in addition to general overall suggestions
appropriate for safe and informed boating. We do not issue
citations nor report you to authorities for noncompliance. Our
intent is to inspect and educate. So far this season, we've inspected
brand new boats that have failed, and have surprised seasoned boaters who learned that they were merely one DNR (law enforcing agency
on Lanier) stop away from a hefty fine for violations. One boat in particular had an inoperably crushed ventilation
hose and another had cracks in the refueling hose leading to the
fuel tank. If you or someone you know owns a boat, call us and we'll
make arrangements for you to receive a courtesy inspection.
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WARNING
To Returning Students:
If you don't already have outings booked thru
December you should seriously consider doing so NOW.
We presently have the following sailing openings.
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Date |
Time |
Spots
Available |
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8/15 |
11:00 |
1 |
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8/21 |
3:00 |
1 |
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8/25 |
6:30 |
3 |
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8/28 |
11:00 |
1 |
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1:00 |
1 |
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3:00 |
1 |
We presently have the following ground school openings.
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Advanced Coastal Cruising
(8/16 & 8/18)
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Marine Meteorology
(8/29 & 7/22)
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Basic
Keelboat Sailing
(8/30 & 9/01)
FOR
SALE! GOT SOMETHING TO SELL? Try Our New
For
Sale Site Free.
Although we intend to limit items for sale to our student members, we
will consider items submitted from the general public as well. We'll play
it by ear to see how it goes. Just remember to let us know when the item
is sold so that we can keep our web site current. So here's the link Items
For Sale.
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SHARE YOUR LOVE WITH SOMEONE NEW! |
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Ughm, don't get ahead of me here. Pay
attention! During July, if you bring a paying guest who
has never sailed with Windsong before, you get to
sail for half
price! Bring two or three folks and you might qualify for your own
private outing at half price! The love for
sailing is something to be shared. Remember, friends don't let
their friends go through life without experiencing sailing!
Invite someone to join you today and you benefit,
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GOT
A BUSINESS YOU WANT TO ADVERTISE?
As a suggestion from one of our
students, we're starting a
Student Business Links web page. If you
work for, own or are a principle
in a business or have a hobby that you'd like to include on this free links page,
send
us your web address and a brief description about your business and services.
Any special discounts extended to fellow students should be mentioned as
well. Students would certainly like to do business with one,
so let us know about your business, service or hobby.
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OUT AND TOUCH US,
We're listening!! |
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Many times students' suggestions are implemented on the
spot! We pride ourselves in our customer service and attention to the
needs of our students. If you have thoughts or ideas, drop us a line or give us
a call. All things are possible; you simply need to ask.
Thanks!
I'd like to take this opportunity to thank all our students for their loyal
support through the season(s) and encourage everyone to bring one new friend
along each year as you sail. As we grow and expand our operation, we want
to make our products and services available to all who may be interested, but
some one has to make the introduction. Share the love of your sport
with those who may be interested in our unique collection of programs. You'll be
glad you did and so will they!
