Spinnaker Sailing Newsletter

 

To Spinnaker Newsletter Homepage
May 2008
451 Seaport Court, Redwood City, Ca. 94063 650.363.1390
Sailing Blogs

 

Welcome to BBQ season!

   

Spinnaker Sailing BBQ


Spinnaker Sailing Club BBQ & Social

May 24 from 5pm - 9pm

on the Conference Center Balcony  

Make your reservations now!

This is a great way to meet fellow sailors and put faces to screen names on SailMates. The pre BBQ starts at 5pm and we usually wind down around 9pm. We will be providing burgers, veggie burgers, and sausages, along with various assorted veggie trays, snacks and desserts. Beer, wine, soda and water is also included. These events are free to club members. Guests, family and friends pay only $15 and $10 for kids.

We will also be having a discussion on racing topics, so all you racers will want to attend this presentation as well as anyone who is curious about racing.


Sailing School News

Sailing Club News

 

Basic Coastal Cruising Review Classes
May 10

We will be holding our BCC Review class May 10. This 5 hour class is for BCC graduates who haven't been sailing in a while and would like a refresher course to get back sailing with confidence. The class runs 12p-5p. There are only 2 spaces left in this class. Contact us to to register for this class!

Bareboat Charter Class
2 spaces left

This class provides you the certification to charter the big boats. The first weekend you will be introduced to onboard systems. This includes propane stoves, VHF radios, marine heads, electrical systems, plumbing, diesel operation and care. You will also practice docking. The second weekend you will sail to the north bay and sleep over night on the boat. In the morning you will cook breakfast and spend some time sailing around the central bay before making your way back home. If you or anyone you know is interested and already has certification to the Basic Coastal Cruising level, please contact us soon. Space is limited.

 

spinnaker class

Spinnaker Class
3 Spaces Left

The Spinnaker Class April 17,18, 24, 25 still has a couple of spaces left. You will learn all the basics of Hoisting, dousing, gybing, packing and handling the granddaddy of all sails, so be sure and take one of these classes this year. They are run only once per month so If you or anyone you know is interested please register now. This is a must have class for those interested in racing.

 

 

Kaboom
May 10

There are boats available for overnight charter to the north bay for May 10 when KFOG will be hosting their annual fireworks synchronized to music event called Kaboom!. There is no better way to watch this than from the water so make your reservations soon. Use SailMates to find more crew if you have extra room on your boat and would like to share the expense with someone.

Mini cruise to the North Bay
May 24, 25, 26

We have a three day cruise to the north bay scheduled for the weekend of April 26-27. Great sailing during the day and a fun night in The City or Jack London Square, Sausalito, etc. . . Go shopping, eat on the wharf, see a Giants game, eat and watch a Jazz show at Yoshi's, or whatever floats your boat ; ) Reservations are required and Club members Save 25% off the boat charter.

All Day Sail to San Francisco
May 11

We have room for up to six people to sail with us to the north bay on Sunday May 11th, hopefully getting up to Angel Island with a long downwind run all the way home. This is not only a fantastic way to spend the day on the bay, but also a great experience for any aspiring skippers who wish to sail up to the north bay with their own family or crew. Contact us for availability. Happy Cruising!

12p - 4p Afternoon Sail
May 3rd, 17th

Saturday May 3rd and 17th we will be having an afternoon sail out on the South San Francisco Bay. This cruise is open to anyone who wishes to come. The cost is only $65 per person, and Free for Club members. Contact us for availability.

Evening Cruising
Fridays & Saturdays

Every Friday and Saturday we will provide boats and instructors for a two hour sail on the San Francisco Bay. Boats can accomodate 4-6 people. Please see our schedule for exact dates and times. This is a great way to get more practice sailing, or just get out on the water without having to get a crew . Call ahead for reservations.

Racing News

Cruising News

 

WEDNESDAY NIGHT RACING

New Blog

Cheryl Jasper

Cheryl Jasper, a Spinnaker Sailing Club member, has graciously agreed to be our Blogger for the Wednesday night beercan races. If you race, don't be surprised if you find yourself in print- especially when you win! Any racer can sign up to comment on the blog and you can add your two cents or start discussions on racing rules, right of way, etc. . . This will probably prove to be a great learning tool. If you are a club member and would like to participate, Sign up to get your own boat, or be part of a crew. Be here by 5:15pm or so to ensure you don't miss the boat. There is a BBQ and drinks afterward at the Sequoia Yacht Club.

 

yacht racing

Next racing clinic during the BBQ Saturday May 24.

GREAT SAILING VACATIONS FOR 2008!

 

Tahiti chartering

Tahiti September 2008 Trip!
Sept 7 - 21

The four boats on the Tahiti 2008 Cruise are full, but if you would like a to charter a boat on this trip, Bob may be able to arrange it. This 14 day cruise is a once in a lifetime event for most sailors. The trip that takes us to the islands of Tahiti, Raiatea, Tahaa, Bora Bora, and Huahine. For more details visit our web site or contact Bob Diamond. This has always been one of our more popular cruises and Bob has some wonderful photos on his computer. Please give us a call to set up a time to stop by and see them. Click Here for more details about our Tahiti Trip.

BVI December 2008 Trip!
December 4 - 14

Reservations are coming in now. This will be our 22nd annual December BVI Cruise. Bob Diamond has become the officianado of these islands and will be leading the group. This has always been a popular trip combining great sailing conditions, warm weather and plenty of socializing to make it a trip you'll always remember. You can also earn your Bareboat Charter Certification while on this trip. Please contact Bob to sign up. Click Here for BVI Trip web page.

Sailing Club
Vacation Cruising Blog
bob blog
Spinnaker School Blog
School Blog
San Francisco Bay Sailing
Blog
The San Francisco Bay Sailor
Racing News

Redwood City Yacht Racing

club news blog
Get this newsletter sent to your email

Subscribe to the Spinnaker Sailing newsletter  

 

Want to blog for Spinnaker? contact Mike for details.


2008 Dates to Remember


KFOG KABOOM fireworks & Music
Spinnaker BBQ
Race Meeting
Summer BVI Cruise
Fourth of July Barbeque, Sail, Fireworks
Coastal Navigation Class (6 Thursday evenings)
Cheeseburger in Paradise Regatta
Tahiti Cruise
Coastal Navigation Class (6 Thursday evenings)
British Virgin Islands Cruise Meeting
British Virgin Islands, Caribbean Vacation Cruise

May 10
May 24
June 13
June 19-29
July 4
July 10
August 23
September 7-21
October 2

October 10
Dec 4-14