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britinusa
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Initially Posted - 08/19/2011 : 05:03:20

We're heading for a long weekend on Biscayne Bay next week. This will be the first time we have had guests on board for an entire day (only had guests on board under sail for about 20 minutes on a quick 'ok this is what it's like' jaunt.)

Any suggestions on how to make the day enjoyably memorable? (Husband and Wife both under 40)

Our plan is to launch, go to slip overnight, meet up at the marina in the early morning and set out for the day, then head back late afternoon for dinner, their departure and our 2nd. night at the slip.

Ideas?

Paul

ps. Thanks PaulJ for asking.

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Response Posted - 08/19/2011 : 08:42:15

If they're sailors, then you need wind to have fun!

If they're not, then you might need good food, nice drinks, and maybe some dramamine for them before they step aboard to keep them feeling chipper.

On the Gypsy, I have a looseleaf notebook that contains pictures of these colorful sailboat [url="http://www.angelfire.com/jazz/cl16man/SailboatLogos/_logosV111905.html"]logos[/url], and I encourage new crew members to try to identify other sailboats out on the water. I captured screen shots of the images and sized them to fit on pages that are 8 1/2 x 11. This collection is apparently from 1995 and I noticed that it doesn't include the [url="http://www.beneteau235.com/forum/images/avatars/gallery/sea/beneteau%20logo.gif"]new Beneteau logo[/url], for example, but you can add that and any others if you want.

We often swim in the Bay or in the local river, if it's warm enough, and if it hasn't rained recently.

This summer I started trailing along behind the boat my "MOB self-rescue system" boogie board, which is fun to ride in hot weather traveling along at a few knots.

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Response Posted - 08/19/2011 : 08:47:02

britinusa

Don't forget to take pictures...........

paulj

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Response Posted - 08/19/2011 : 14:59:16

If they're new to sailing, and if there's a breeze, let each of them handle the tiller and then the mainsheet for a couple of minutes, to see how it controls the heel of the boat--or if they don't want to, simply demonstrate "letting go." My experience is that most people's natural fear of "tipping" dissipates when they understand how it is controlled. Until then, it can be very uncomfortable--it's hard for us to relate, but true, even if people try to mask it. (You don't want the "memorable" part be stark terror.

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Also, show them where the life jackets are and offer them some to wear if it makes them more comfortable. You might be surprised.

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Response Posted - 08/22/2011 : 13:14:16

Joun P's Hurricane Surfing... hard to beat for a good time.

I've body surfed a hurricane.... Talk about getting slammed...

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Response Posted - 08/22/2011 : 13:18:16

<blockquote id="quote">quote:<hr height="1" noshade id="quote">Originally posted by JohnP
 ...This summer I started trailing along behind the boat my "MOB self-rescue system" boogie board,...<hr height="1" noshade id="quote"></blockquote id="quote">Did you try falling off the port side and capturing the board? (Note: I did NOT recommend this!

In fact, I argued that it wouldn't work.)

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Response Posted - 08/22/2011 : 13:51:28

I've got 100 ft of 1/2 line with a fender on the end and we were jumping and grabbin the line this weekend. It is fun to do and not too difficult in 5-10 mph wind. I'd say your were toast with anything above 10.

It is fun!

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Response Posted - 08/24/2011 : 03:06:42

I was just down there, looks like a great place to sail (especially if you don't have to motor through Miami to get there). I was suppose to deliver a 32 Endeavor from Ft Pierce to Key West last weekend for a friend. We left Ft Pierce Thursday night around 7:00pm, try to run outside, made it all the way to Stuart/St Lucie inlet by Friday morning (about 25 mies) and decided to go inland. Had a good trip motoring down the ICW, was finally able to put the sail up Sat afternoon and Sun morning. Unfortunately we only made it to North Key Largo, but the friend was happy that we made it that far and was thrilled to see her boat (and home) again.

We had a tight schedule and needed perfect weather and winds to make it, which we all know never happens when you need it. The owner and her boyfriend will take it the rest of the way.

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Response Posted - 08/24/2011 : 03:18:51

The seas are always greener elsewhere Tom.

Paul

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Response Posted - 08/24/2011 : 07:04:13

Paul,
Although I liked biscayne bay, the clear water, and its large protected sailing area, my crew all said how much they appreciate our river...which is actually greener than biscayne bay...

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Response Posted - 08/24/2011 : 07:08:14

Back to your original question, when we have newbies, we go out sail for awhile, drop the hook, break out a nice lunch, swim, pull the hook, and sail home.

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Response Posted - 08/24/2011 : 12:17:30

That' the plan Tom, except that we have put it off till september due to Irene.

Not that it will be hanging around, but we have to plan for when everyone can be onboard.

Paul

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Response Posted - 08/24/2011 : 17:44:19

The biggest thing that I've learned about our boats this summer is that they are way over-powered. I was out yesterday in 8-10 knots with my never-sailed-before sister and I furled about half of my 135% and put a reef in the main. Still did 4+ knots, had enough heel to make it fun for her but didn't scare the crap out of her. I even hove-to for a little while (while I reefed the main) and she liked the calmness while the wind blew.

Reef early and get them involved in sailing the boat. Provide a good example by putting on your PFD's and make it just a matter of course, not a big deal. Explain what your doing before and during the time you do it. Explain how things work.

Probably the most important thing is that you should enjoy yourself. If they see you working hard, they'll wonder what the appeal is.

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