Actually, our sailing class began 2 weeks ago.Today we pulled the Javelins and half our FJs (Flying Juniors) (link) out of winter storage. The coaches have already been at work (especially Head Coach Rezab) preparing the rigs, painting & fiberglassing, etc etc. Now the cadets do some "hands on" work and get them ready to sail!
We also have a written assignment, help for which can be found HERE (link). Parts of the boat, terminology, and basic sailing practices... and of course, safety guidelines... should already be familiar.
Next week (Feb 29) we will carry out some sailing practice in the boats with coaches supervision. On March 7 we will have CAPSIZE DRILL (link) at Twin Rivers YMCA. After that, we'll see who is becoming a real sailor!
... posted by Assistant Coach Douglas King
... photo by Coach John Jackson
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