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 LESSONS, SEMINARS, & RATES

All our courses are accessible to persons with disAbilities (as reasonably possible)! Utilize course 200/205 for team building!

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90 ONLINE SAILING

 PRIVATE INSTRUCTION DEMONSTRATIONS
95 RC MODEL SAILING TEAM BUILDING SKIPPERS LICENSE
100/105 BASICS OF SAILING MARINE ASSESSMENTS CLASS/EVENT CALENDAR
200/205 CRUISING / NAVIGATION REC. THERAPY ITEMS TO BRING & BASIC RULES
 

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COMING SOON

IT'S TILLER TIME - Learn-to-Sail Book

The NEW unbiased learn-to-sail book for trailerable monohull and multihull sailors is coming soon. Learn to sail via clear explanations and diagrams. Its a great book for young and old alike. Topics include how to tack a multihull, safe monohull dinghy jibs, backing up via wind power only, docking, Accessible/DisAbled sailing and accommodations, and more. Activities within the book for the young and young at heart include sailing games, find crusty the pirate crab, sailing board game, learn to make a paper sailboat, etc. This is the book to end all learn-to-sail books.

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90 ONLINE SAILING

Prerequisites: None
Description: Learn to sail a Radio Controlled Sailboat in light to moderate winds conditions in familiar flat waters independently.

 
Are you wanting to learn to sail but live in an area with no sailing program or little opportunity for sailing exposure. No longer do you have to travel long distances to take a sailing class, because with our "long distance" radio controlled sailing class you will learn all the basics of sailing.

 

Included with this class is instruction and learn-to-sail material via email. RC Model Sailboat not included in price. Contact us if you do not already own an RC Model Sailboat for details and prices. This class has proven to be highly effective for those wanting to learn to sail with busy schedules. This class also prepares you for when and if you take a full on-the-water sailing course. Once you have completed the course you do receive a certificate of completion and gain the basic skills of sailing.

$125/person - Price without RC Model Sailboat - Course includes access to professional sailing instructor via email, learn-to-sail handout, and certificate of completion. For detailed learn-to-sail book add $25.

 

TO PURCHASE AN RC DINGY OR FASTCAT RC MODEL SAILBOATS CLICK HERE!

 

ALL purchases are final (good for one year). Prices are subject to change without notice! Classes and fees are NOT transferable to other classes/courses and private lessons, or to any other service It's Tiller Time / SAIL Marine may offer!

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THE RC DINGHY AND FASTCAT ARE OUR MOST POPULAR RC MODEL SAILBOATS USED FOR THIS COURSE

ORDER YOUR RC MODEL SAILBOAT BY CLICKING HERE!

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95 RC MODEL SAILING

Prerequisites: None
Description: Learn to sail a Radio Controlled Sailboat in light to moderate winds conditions in familiar flat waters independently.

 
Learn to sail without going on the water via a Radio Controlled model sailboat. Sailing an RC model sailboat is a great no pressure way of learning the basics of sailing and of preparing to sail a full size sailboat on the water. Adjust sails, tack, and jibe, learn about proper starts and mark roundings. This unusual, innovative class prepares you for our Small Boat Sailing course. A great class for those who are a little apprehensive about learning to sail on a real on-the-water sailboat, going on the water, or are on a ventilator that does not allow one to go on the water. Enroll early! Space is limited. Class schedule at the bottom of this page will indicate outdoor or indoor class locations.

 

$55/person with learn-to-sail handout

For detailed learn-to-sail book add $25

 

HAVE OUR PROGRAM COME TO YOU! CLICK HERE FOR DETAILS!

 

SEE INDIVIDUAL/PRIVATE INSTRUCTION RATES BELOW! CLICK HERE!

 

ALL purchases are final. Weather - Not Guaranteed, Rain-checks given when instructor/captain/skipper cancels service(s) due to weather, etc. (good for one year). Prices are subject to change without notice! Classes and fees are NOT transferable to other classes/courses and private lessons, or to any other service It's Tiller Time / SAIL Marine may or does offer!

 

NOTICE! This class typically takes place indoors during the fall, winter, & spring.

 

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Indoors

 

TRAVELING SEMINAR PRICES AND INFO - WE COME TO YOU $1575 -  Bring our 3 hr. seminar to your organization, business, family reunion, group. We supply 6 model sailboats, sailing simulator, and learn-to-sail handout. For detailed learn-to-sail book add $25. If we come to you there are additional fees to cover the instructor travel expenses and lodging (varies based on distance traveled, associated fees, etc.). Facility Needs: A meeting room is needed large enough for the  group attending. You will also need an extra open space about 20x20 feet with a 9 foot ceiling, several electrical outlets, a video machine, and a TV (19 inch or larger) or an LCD projector. The room must be wheelchair accessible and have fresh drinking water available, with available restroom. A swimming pool of at least 16x32 is needed for the rc model sailboats. All model boats are sterilized for pool uses but even if they were not sterilized they would be cleaner than a human body.

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BASICS OF SAILING

 

Prerequisites: None
Description: Learn to (independently in familiar waters), sail a small centerboard/daggerboard/keel monohull or multihull sailboat with or without auxiliary power in light to moderate winds and in sea/lake conditions.

 

100 Small Boat Sailing 0-16', capsize-able (likely)

105 Small Keelboat Sailing 16'-27', not capsize-able (unlikely)

 

It’s tiller time! Learn the basics of sailing, rigging, tacking, jibing, sailing in the groove, and more, aboard our sailboats, monohull and multihull sailboats, & Keelboats (up to 27’). Tuition covers learn-to-sail pamphlet, use of sailboat(s) and equipment, and certificate of completion. A comprehensive learn-to-sail book is available for an additional cost (click here to purchase) or bring your own book. It is mandatory that you're able to swim or comfortable in a life jacket while in the water. Come prepared in clothing appropriate for water based activity (see items to bring list). All courses are accessible to persons with most disAbilities; please contacts us before taking the class to make sure we can accommodate your particular disAbility. SEE ITEMS TO BRING DURING THE SAILING CLASS NEAR THE END OF THIS WEB PAGE/BELOW!

 

COURSE 100

$175/person for 9 hour lesson with learn-to-sail handout. For detailed learn-to-sail book add $25

 

COURSE 105

$275/person for 9 hour lesson with learn-to-sail handout. $100/person for on-and-off trailer instruction. For detailed learn-to-sail book add $25

 

HAVE OUR PROGRAM COME TO YOU! CLICK HERE FOR DETAILS!

 

SEE INDIVIDUAL/PRIVATE INSTRUCTION RATES BELOW! CLICK HERE!

 

ALL purchases are final. Weather not guaranteed; rain-checks given when instructor/captain/skipper cancels service(s) due to weather, etc. (good for one year). Prices are subject to change without notice. Classes and fees are NOT transferable to other classes/courses and private lessons, or to any other service It's Tiller Time / SAIL Marine may or does offer.

 

CLICK HERE TO GET YOUR PDF LEARN-TO-SAIL DOCUMENT

 

100 SMALL BOAT TRAVELING SEMINAR PRICES AND INFO - WE COME TO YOU $2475 -  Bring our program to your organization, business, family reunion, group. Nine hour lesson with sailing dinghies (you can use your own boats if up to standards), learn-to-sail handout. For detailed learn-to-sail book add $25. 9 hr. class. If we come to you there are additional fees to cover the instructor travel expenses and lodging (varies based on distance traveled, associated fees, etc.). Facility Needs: For this session a beach or dock is needed, preferably both. There should be a depth of 7 feet or more at the end of the dock. In addition it would be preferable to have restrooms, running water, and a building for participants to get out of the weather. All participants need to bring lunch and snacks. It is very important the participants have a change of cloths and towel as all participants will be in the water to do a capsize recovery (required for this course). Wearing a dry suite or wet suit is a good idea if the water is 70 degrees oR colder. PFD's will be supplied if you have none.

 

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Keelboat & Catamaran - Boat Brands change from year to year...

 

CRUISING / NAVIGATION / TEAM BUILDING
Prerequisites: None (course 105 recommended)
Description: Participants can take this course as just an adventure trip, team building program, or as a learn-to-sail/cruise course. Learn to sail and navigate a sailboat of up to 37' with auxiliary power in moderate to high winds and marine conditions. This course applies to all types of sailing, i.e. keelboats & cruising/performance multihulls.

 

200 LAKE CRUISING / NAVIGATION

205 COASTAL CRUISING / NAVIGATION

With either the 200 or 205 courses you'll become a proficient cruising sailor. You'll sail aboard the Windwalker, our 33’ high performance cruising catamaran. If you are a sailor wanting to learn the ins and outs of sailboat cruising, this trip is for you. You will get to sail between 5 knots and 25 knots. This trip is unlike any offered in the world and is more like a river rafting trip than a cocktail cruise, so be prepared for active hands on adventure/sailing. Space is limited so sign up early.

Expand on the skills you learned in our 100/105 courses. The 200 course helps you learn to be proficient in shifting winds and lake conditions where as the 205 course helps you learn to handle stronger ocean winds and currents.

If your corporation, agency, group is seeking a team building experience then our 200/205 course aboard the Windwalker will give you the outcomes you need. This course is facilitated by our Recreational Therapist/Rehabilitation Counselor and US Sailing certified sailing instructor.

With the course 200 you will sail on beautiful Lake Coeur d'Alene. Lake Coeur d'Alene has miles of shoreline, many bays and rivers, and extensive wildlife such as bald eagles, osprey, elk and black bear. Sailing on any of this lake is a one of a kind adventure.

With course 205 it is common to see some of the following: seals, whales, otters, elk, pileated woodpeckers, flying squirrels, the rare Van Dyke’s salamanders. You’ll discover the great beauty of The Twin Harbors area (Grays & Willapa Harbors).

Willapa Bay is the second largest estuary on the Pacific Coast and includes more than 260 square miles of water surface. You will camp on or near Long Island - the Pacific Coast's largest estuarine island. This island includes a rare 274-acre remnant of old growth lowland coastal forest. Many of the red cedar trees in this grove are more than 900 years old!

In 1788 Robert Gray discovered his name sake Grays Harbor aboard the Lady Washington (a replica of this ship is moored in Grays Harbor - this ship was used in the movie "Pirates of Caribbean"). Grays Harbor is home to shell Island, one of the largest harbor seal colonies on the west coast, and the largest charter fishing fleet in the Pacific Northwest.

ATTENTIONS: Due to the weather conditions, tides, currents, wildlife migrations, and variety within these marine environments, participants will possibly see more or less than is stated here in.

 

Class size is limited to 6 students.

 

Course 200 $595/person for 3 Day Lesson/Adventure with learn-to-sail handout.

For detailed learn-to-sail book add $25.

 

Course 205 $1195/person for 4 Day Lesson/Adventure with learn-to-sail handout.

For detailed learn-to-sail book add $25.

 

CALL FOR RESERVATIONS AND DATES! DATES FOR THIS CLASS ARE NOT POSTED ON THE CALENDAR BELOW ON THIS PAGE!

 

ALL purchases are final. Weather not guaranteed. Rain-checks given when instructor/captain/skipper cancels service(s) due to weather, etc. (good for one year). Prices are subject to change without notice. Classes and fees are NOT transferable to other classes/courses and private lessons, or to any other service It's Tiller Time / SAIL Marine may or does offer.

 

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TRAVELING SEMINAR PRICES AND INFO - LAKE ADVENTURE/COURSE 200 $6395 OR OCEAN ADVENTURE/COURSE 205 $11,995 - 4 Day Lesson/Adventure with learn-to-sail handout. For detailed learn-to-sail book add $25. Facility Needs: None; the entire class is done on our sailboat.

 

 

PRIVATE INSTRUCTION/COACHING

Sailors / students who desire one-on-one instruction or additional coaching beyond what is offered through our classes, can sign-up for private instruction with a certified instructor.  To schedule a private lesson, please contact us via email at info@sailcda.com or call 208-762-7110.

 Private/Individual instruction cost $100/HR for the first 2 hours of each day instructed and $50/hour every hour after the 2nd hour. Add $100 if we have to come to you outside Kootenai or Spokane Counties. ALL purchases are final. Weather not guaranteed. Rain-checks given when instructor/captain/skipper cancels service(s) due to weather, etc. (good for one year). Prices are subject to change without notice! Classes and fees are NOT transferable to other classes/courses and private lessons, or to any other services.

 

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RECREATIONAL THERAPY & REHABILITATION COUNSELING

Our recreational therapy and/or rehabilitation counseling can be applied to any of our sailing courses or as a stand alone service. This service is useful in our team building program with our 200/205 course, with youth or with individuals with cognitive disAbilities during any of our classes. Contact us for more details.

 

Recreational Therapy/Rehabilitation Counseling cost $100/HR for the first 2 hours of each day assessed and $50/hour every hour after the 2nd hour. Add $100 if we have to come to you outside Kootenai or Spokane Counties. ALL purchases are final. Weather not guaranteed. Rain-checks given when assessor cancels service(s) due to weather, etc. (good for one year). Prices are subject to change without notice! Fees are NOT transferable to other classes/courses and private lessons, or to any other services.

 

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SAILBOAT, DOCK, & FACILITY ASSESSMENTS

SAIL offers marine based ADA marine assessments. Our assessments assist you or your facility staff in making a dock, facility, boat etc. accessible to clients, friends, and/or family members with disAbilities, and assist persons with disAbilities select the correct sailboat and gear for a safe and enjoyable sailing experience. Our recreational therapy assessment is useful for those who need medical clearance to participate in recreational activities. Contact us for more details.

 

Assessments cost $100/HR for the first 2 hours of each day assessed and $50/hour every hour after the 2nd hour. Add $100 if we have to come to you outside Kootenai or Spokane Counties. ALL purchases are final. Weather not guaranteed. Rain-checks given when assessor cancels service(s) due to weather, etc. (good for one year). Prices are subject to change without notice! Fees are NOT transferable to other classes/courses and private lessons, or to any other services.

 

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SKIPPER LICENSE COURSE - ZENITH MARITIME

Attention Mariners! Earn your USCG OUPV (6-Pack) or 100 Ton Masters License, with sailing endorsement. Contact Chris for more information @ (509) 954-2668 or e-mail him at zenithmaritime@hotmail.com. Register online @ www.zenithmaritime.com

 

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 FREE DEMO DAY

 

 

Come join us for one of our Intro-to-Sailing Demo Day's. On Demo Days we bring our recreational gear to particular sites throughout the Inland Northwest and other places for individuals to try out various sailing and Hobie Mirage kayaks. See schedule below or contact us for dates...

 

PROMOTIONAL DEMONSTRATIONS

BOAT SHOWS, CLUBS, FAIRS, MALLS, SPECIAL EVENTS, ETC. If you want us we will come!

We offer businesses, agencies/organizations, parks and recreation departments, etc. an opportunity to promote their special or promotional events via our sailing activities and products. It's Tiller Time & SAIL Marine sailing presentations are designed to be informational and colorful crowd pleasers.  The Demonstrations can include RC model sailboats, Keelboats, Hobie Island sail yaks, Wave 13' catamaran, & Access Dinghy monohull sailing dinghies, other sailing related items, and the ever popular physical sailing simulator.

 

SAILING DEMONSTRATION

 

We also offer people with or without disabilities an opportunity to experience the freedom of sailing with a free sailing demonstration at various sites throughout the year as sponsored by It's Tiller Time & SAIL Marine. Sailing demonstrations are designed to create interest in sailing and introduce people to the beauty of sailing.

 

TO SCHEDULE A DEMONSTRATION, please contact us via email

 

Floor space needed for the simulator is 10'x15' & 9' ceiling height, with electrical outlet.

Physical Sailing Simulator

Indoor or Outdoor RC Model Sailing with fans

 

FEES

 

SAILING SIMULATOR & RADIO CONTROLLED SAILBOAT TRAVELING DEMONSTRATION - Cost $100/HR for the first 2 hours of each day of service and $50/hour every hour after the 2nd hour (includes set up time) -  We supply 4 model sailboats and sailing simulator. Additional fees to cover travel expenses and lodging (varies based on distance traveled, associated fees, etc.) may apply. Facility Needs: A room or outdoor space is needed large enough for the anticipated crowd attending with available electrical outlets and room for sailing simulator (20x20 space). If INDOORS You will also need an extra open space about 20x20 feet with a 9 foot ceiling, several electrical outlets. The room must be wheelchair accessible and have fresh drinking water available, with available restroom. A swimming pool or pond of at least 16x32 is needed for the rc model sailboats with a depth of 2 feet. All model boats are sterilized for pool uses but even if they were not sterilized they would be cleaner than a human body. Note: If you are adding the Small Sailboat Traveling Demonstration then the price for this service overrides the above price with the addition of extra set up time.

 

SMALL SAILBOAT TRAVELING DEMONSTRATION PRICES AND INFO - Cost $100/HR for the first 3 hours of each day of service and $50/hour every hour after the 2nd hour (includes set up time). Bring our accessible small sailboats to your organization, business, family reunion, group. Nine hour lesson with sailing dinghies (you can use your own boats if up to standards), learn-to-sail handout. For detailed learn-to-sail book add $25. 9 hr. class. Additional fees to cover travel expenses and lodging (varies based on distance traveled, associated fees, etc.) may apply. Facility Needs: For this session a beach or dock is needed, preferably both if you want your event participants to go for sailing. A beach and dock is not needed if you want our boats just on display. There should be a depth of 7 feet or more at the end of the dock. In addition it would be preferable to have restrooms, running water, and a building for participants to get out of the weather. You may want to advertised that those going sailing may want to bring a change of cloths and towel as all participants may get wet. PFD's will be supplied if you have none.

 

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 SAILING THE INLAND NORTHWEST
Join our Email News Group & Forum (Sailing the Inland NW) for all the latest local info and club activities. Activities include regattas, rafting up parties, pot-lucks, product reviews/tests, etc. This club is for keelboats, monohull and multihull small sailboats, Hobie AI's & TI's, and Hobie Mirage Kayaks. This club includes the official Hobie Fleet 926.

Go to our Sailing the Inland NW fleets website by CLICKING HERE!

 

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2010 SAILING LESSONS/EVENTS SCHEDULE

IT'S TILLER TIME Sailing School

REGISTER BY EMAILING (PREFERRED) OR BY CALLING 208-762-7110. IF YOU DO NO SEE A CLASS THAT FITS YOUR SCHEDULE THEN PLEASE CONTACT US & WE MAY ADD A CLASS OR MAKE OTHER ARRANGEMENTS.

EXAMPLE NOTICE  ROWS THAT ARE GRAY ARE FULL/CLOSED/PAST

If the class you want is full please contact us as students do cancel from time to time, which gives us openings

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SAILING THE INLAND NW REGATTAS/EVENTS

  NON SAILING EVENTS

CLICK HERE - SAILING THE INLAND NW - Hobie, Trailerable Keelboat, RC model sailboat club!

2010 WINTER
PRIVATE YEAR ROUND BASIC TO ADVANCE PRIVATE SAILING INSTRUCTION/CLINICS
95 RC MODEL TBA 95 RC MODEL SAILING - INDOORS, Course - Adults/Youth
95 RC MODEL TBA 95 RC MODEL SAILING - INDOORS, Course - Adults/Youth
EVENT SAT/2/20/10/9AM FROZEN BUNS Sailing Get-together - Non-capsize-able sailboats ONLY!
BOAT SHOW FRI-SUN/1/26-2/3/10 SPOKANE BOAT SHOW - Sailboats & Kayaks
CONFERENCE MON-TUE/3/1-2/10 ACCESSIBLE SAILING CLINIC - Boise Idaho
BOAT SHOW FRI-SUN/3/5-7/10 - SPOKANE, WA. GREAT WESTERN SPORTFISHING & BOAT SHOW - Sailboats & Kayaks, Fishing Kayaks & Gear
EVENT SAT/3/27-31/10/9AM SPRING BREAK SAILING & HOBIE KAYAK Club Social, Racing, Pot Holes Reservoir, WA.
95 RC MODEL TBA 95 RC MODEL SAILING - INDOORS, Course - Adults/Youth

2010 SPRING
95 RC MODEL TBA 95 RC MODEL SAILING - INDOORS, Course - Adults/Youth
105 KEELBOAT SAT/4/10 Noon & 4/17 7AM 105 KEELBOAT Course - Adults/Youth
105 KEELBOAT SAT/4/10 Noon & 4/17 Noon 105 KEELBOAT Course - Adults/Youth
SAILBOAT & KAYAK SHOW SUN/5/08/10/10AM-3PM KAYAK & SAILBOAT SHOW @ Independence beach & dock, next to CdA Resort
105 KEELBOAT SAT/5/15 Noon & 5/22 7AM 105 KEELBOAT Course - Adults/Youth
105 KEELBOAT SAT/5/15 Noon-5:PM & 5/22 Noon 105 KEELBOAT Course - Adults/Youth
RC SAILING & SHOW FRI-SUN/4/21-23/10 - Spokane Fair Grounds. BOY SCOUT JAMBOREE - Learn to sail via RC sailboats on indoor pond & Boat Show.

2010 SUMMER
REGATTA SAT/6/12/10/9AM HOBIE & MONOHULL REGATTA & SOCIAL - Lake Coeur d'Alene, WA. Hubbard Str. Park...
100 SMALL SAT/6/19/10/8AM 100 SMALL BOAT Course - Adults/Youth - Radiant Lake, Rathdrum Idaho
100 SMALL SAT/6/26/10/8AM 100 SMALL BOAT Course - Adults/Youth - Radian Lake, Rathdrum Idaho
NO CLASSES JULY 2010 DUE TO LACK OF WIND WE DO NOT SCHEDULE 100/105 SMALL BOAT CLASSES IN JULY!
ACTIVITY SAT-SUN/7/2-5/10 Priest Lake Idaho BEACH PARTY & SAIL! Lion Head S.P.
200 CRUISING JULY - 7/7-9/10/8AM 200 LAKE CRUISING SAILING Course - Adults/Youth - Lake Coeur d'Alene
100 SMALL SAT/8/14/09/8AM 100 SMALL BOAT Course - Adults/Youth - Radiant Lake, Rathdrum Idaho
100 SMALL SAT/8/21/10/8AM 100 SMALL BOAT Course - Adults/Youth - Radiant Lake, Rathdrum Idaho

2010 FALL / WINTER
200 CRUISING SAT/8/30,31,9/1/10/8:AM 200 LAKE CRUISING SAILING Course - Adults/Youth - Lake Coeur d'Alene
200 CRUSING SAT/9/06-8/10/8:AM 200 LAKE CRUISING SAILING Course - Adults/Youth - Lake Coeur d'Alene
100 SMALL SAT/9/18/10/8AM 100 SMALL BOAT Course - Adults/Youth - Radiant Lake, Rathdrum Idaho
105 KEELBOAT SAT./10/16 Noon & 10/23 7AM 105 KEELBOAT Course - Adults/Youth
105 KEELBOAT   SAT./10/16 Noon & 10/23 Noon 105 KEELBOAT Course - Adults/Youth
95 RC MODEL TBA 95 RC MODEL SAILING - INDOORS, Course - Adults/Youth
PRIVATE YEAR ROUND BASIC TO ADVANCE PRIVATE SAILING INSTRUCTION/CLINICS

ATTENTION WE CAN & DO ADD CLASSES ALL THE TIME BASED ON DEMAND SO CALL FOR UNLISTED CLASSES

REGISTER BY SIMPLY EMAILING US @ info@sailcda.com

CALL 208-762-7110

All purchases are final. Weather - Not Guaranteed, Rain-checks given when captain/skipper cancels charter due to weather, etc. (Good for one year). Prices are subject to change without notice!

 

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Recommendations - Items needed during your sailing lessons

*Hat

*Sun Screen (SPF 15 or higher)

*Sunglasses

*Closed Toe Nonskid Shoes such as tennis shoes. Please NO black soles shoes. Also shoes with excessive wear can lack traction and it’s a must to have good traction on decks and docks that are sometimes wet.

*Rain Gear (you can purchase cheap ones from Target or other local box stores for example). Weather fronts can move in quickly and bring rain right in the middle of summer. At SAIL we sell moderate to high quality sailing gear. Please no waders with permanently attached boots (if you fall in with waders you will sink).

*Foul Weather Gear. For our 100 Dinghy course you will need cloths that you can get wet in and a towel; you will get wet when doing capsize recovery. For course 105 you can use a simple rain coat or water proof poncho, while wearing layered clothing underneath. A spray jacket/top is advisable for both our 100 and 105 courses. Contact us for prices at www.sailcda.com. For our 200 Lake or 205 Coastal Cruising courses only high end rain gear/foul weather gear such as the styles we sell that are specifically designed for cruising/sailing will do. Low end gear will work for a few hour cruise, etc. but of course will not do for a four day lake/coastal cruising. Related to our coast trips weather fronts can move in quickly, bringing rain and extreme weather at anytime and during any season. At SAIL we sell high end foul weather sailing gear. Visit us at www.sailcda.com.

*Wear loose clothing that allows for free movement that will keep you warm. Dress in layers!

*On warm days wear reflective, light and breathable clothing. Men are not allowed to NOT wear a shirt during our classes.

*Extra clothing such as dry socks, etc in a bag.

*It’s a good idea to bring some sailing gloves or biking glove to help with holding onto the ropes and preventing possible rope burns (also bring cold weather gloves for spring, early and late summer, and fall).

*Water to drink and snacks/lunch/food.

*Bring your own medication if appropriate and check to see if the medication will have any pre-cautions such as making you sensitive to the sun. Always consult you doctor before participating in any activity.

*Always tell those who know you well when you are leaving, where you are going, and when you will return (its called a float plan).

*When participating in our Coastal Cruising trip/adventure a detailed list of items to bring will be supplied.

10 Commandments of Racing Rules.....
1. AVOID COLLISIONS! Racing rules are defensive to prevent collisions - not racing "tactics"
2. PORT TACK (sails bent toward starboard/right side of boat & wind coming over port side) KEEPS CLEAR OF STARBOARD TACKERS - STARBOARD (sails bent toward port/left side of boat & wind coming over starboard side).
3. WINDWARD KEEPS CLEAR OF LEEWARD. WINDWARD - boat up wind of you. LEEWARD - boat down wind of you or below you.
4. BOAT TACKING OR JIBING KEEPS CLEAR OF ONE THAT IS NOT.
5. BOAT ASTERN KEEPS CLEAR OF ONE AHEAD.
6. IF YOU GAIN RIGHT OF WAY, OR CHANGE COURSE, GIVE OTHER BOAT TIME TO KEEP CLEAR.
7. THE INSIDE BOAT(S) AT TWO BOAT LENGTHS FROM THE MARK IS/ARE ENTITLED TO "ROOM TO ROUND" THE MARK.
8. A BOAT THAT IS BACKING UP OR NOT RACING KEEPS CLEAR.
9. IF YOU HAVE VIOLATED A RULE, TAKE A PENALTY (usually 720 degree turns - Tack & Jib twice).
10. IT IS BETTER TO GIVE WAY THAN TO SPEND HOURS IN A PENALTY ROOM.

Advice (learn by experience)! Especially when you are not familiar with other racers on the course in a race with a number of relative novices: TALK to other boats and tell them what you are going to do rather than SURPRISE them with a big MISTAKE! Hail them, i.e. use your turn-signalsJ!

 

 

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