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New Stuff 2008!!! If you haven't been to CBI yet this spring, now is the time to see all the new stuff! All winter long, CBI as well as nearly 100 volunteers drastically improved the entire Mercury fleet! Every Mercury has a new mainsheet (cut to 10' over "proper length"), four new blocks along the boom and transom for ease of sheeting, a new boomvang (that actually holds), the centerboard wire has been replaced with line (so no more metal splinters!) and much, much more. And there are over 80 new Mercury mainsails in the fleet. The Rhodes 19 fleet got a lot of attention this winter to rebuild the pounders and floor boards. And we have six new sets of sails-sets: main, jib, and spinnaker (NEW!). This year, the old 420's also received new sets of sails to match the new 420's from last year.
So, come on down and check it out, and take a out a boat to take advantage of all these improvements. And on your way, check out the new CBI merchandise available for sale in the front office such as the new hoody-sweatshirts and new hats (that actually fit!).
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CBI WANTS YOU ! Does CBI ever stop asking for volunteers? NO! And I'm pleased to report that we won't ever stop, ever. Through volunteers CBI thrives and prospers as one of the most dynamic and fun organizations anywhere. I hope you will look at your busy schedule and limited available time and help us out with your talent, energy and enthusiasm. So what do we need help with now? The list is long, but we have a pressing need today. We are looking for CBI sailors with finance, accounting, legal, or business management backgrounds to participate/serve on our Budget and Finance Committee. The committee meets monthly at the boathouse. To learn more please contact Executive Director Charlie Zechel at charlie@community-boating.org.
A real testimonial:
I have seen many CBI members join the Budget and Finance Committee over the past ten years. I believe that it has changed their lives in profound and wonderful ways. Michael got married and now is a proud father. Holger got engaged. Chris got a new job as did Tracy. Another Chris is the proud parent of twins as is Liz. These are only a few examples of many of joining this group can improve your life!
Charlie Zechel
Executive Director
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Volunteer Instruction @CBI Many of you have participated in the winter and early-spring Volunteer Instructor seminars, and thank you for coming. Now, it's time to ramp it up a bit. We are planning on adding many more classes into the schedule; this is the time to become a CBI Volunteer faculty member! If you are interested in teaching or giving instruction at Community Boating, these seminars/ classes are for you. To sign up for any of these ongoing seminars/courses, please contact Marcin, Volunteer Coordinator.
Saturday, May 10-Launch Driving School 10am-3pm
Learn the basics of driving a launch (motorboat) and safety procedures for on-the-water classes, race committee or giving instruction. Limit: 12 students
Wednesday, May 7-Learning Styles and Classroom Management Seminar
A great seminar to introduce you to the basics of teaching sailing based on the US Sailing model.
Sunday, May 11-Learn to teach Rigging class
Thursday, May 15-Effective Communication Seminar
A great seminar for effective communication in all sailing education and beyond.
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Dancin' by the Charles CBI's summer dance series. Come on down to the docks and enjoy the sunset, snacks, a free dance lesson and hours of swayin' under the stars!
- July 12: Swing Dance
- July 25: Salsa Dance
- Aug 9: Tango Dance
- Sept 6: Salsa Dance
More details to come! If you would like to join the team that makes these fantastic nights happen, contact Marcin.
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News from the Harbor Trip Committee Welcome back, Harbor Trip Skippers! Feeling a little rusty? Please join us at one of our Skipper Refresher Classes, offered in May. If you have not received an email message with information about these classes, please refer to our web page, CBI Harbor Trip Web Page or contact the HTC Chair, at harbortrips@community-boating.org.
Welcome to all CBI sailors, new members and veterans! This season we are offering twelve day trips and overnight Harbor Trips to the different Boston Harbor Islands. Please join us as crew; training (Crew Class) and experience is encouraged, but not a requirement for participation. Learn as you sail! A description of each class can be accessed from our web page.
- First Crew Class (for solo rating and above) will be held on Wednesday, May 28, at 6 p.m.
- First Skipper Class (check for requirements) will be offered on Saturday, May 24, at 10 a.m.
- First Harbor Trip will depart CBI's docks on Saturday, May 31.
If you are unfamiliar with the Harbor Trips, please read the Frequently Asked Questions handout, also available from our web page.
Registration for Harbor Trips and for Crew and Skipper Classes can be done by phone or in person, in the CBI office. We hope you will join us!
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Racing at CBI CBI offers many opportunities for adults to hone their boat handling skills through competition. Come explore what racing's all about. The Tiller Club is CBI's organized racing group and the new schedule is posted on the Tiller Club Web page. Informal racing and other programs are also available. Please check back on these links as they are often updated with new events.
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Two Day Intermediate Windsurfing Clinic on the Charles River Saturday June 21 and Sunday June 22 - 9:30 AM to 5:00 PM
Instructor - Petra Kanz: BIG certified, US-Sailing certified, US-Sailing Instructor Trainer, PASA certified (Level II). 15 years of teaching clinics, camps and private lessons. www.petrakanz.com Cost: $290 - This clinic is limited to 8 students.
This is not a program for beginners. Petra will work with you to improve your tacking and gibing, use of the harness, water starts, high performance boards, balance, using less effort, understanding equipment, etc. Community Boating will supply windsurfing equipment, but you may also bring your own rig if you wish. We do not supply booties or harnesses. Wet suits are not required (the water temperature in June is fairly comfortable).
A deposit of $145 is required to reserve your spot. You may cancel without penalty until June 1. No deposit refund after June 1 unless the clinic is cancelled. The balance is due by the start of the clinic. To reserve your spot please: 1) phone or email Petra to confirm that space is still available and 2) then mail your check to Petra Kanz, 33 East New Jersey Ave., Somers Point, NJ 08244. For more information: email Petra at petra_kanz@usa.net, phone Petra at (609) 226-6456, or email Norman@Priebatsch.com or phone 617-308-0078.
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Nautical Definitions
Groggy: The British Admiral Vernon always wore a coat made of grogram (or grosgrain), a rough blend of wool and silk, and this earned him the nickname "Old Grogram." He gave orders that the daily rum ration should be diluted with water; the sailors called the mixture "grog," and anyone who drank too much of it became "groggy."
Source: Schroter, Lorenz. The Little Book of the Sea. San Francisco: MacAdam/ Cage, 2006.
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