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QUICK PEEK SCHEDULE
| FRIDAY 8AM to 4PM CYC: US Sailing Safety at Sea Seminar 6PM: Invitation Only Coaches Dinner Party – Location Private |
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| SATURDAY – CALIFORNIA YACHT CLUB 8:00AM CYC: Check-in begins 8:00AM – 10:00AM Continental Breakfast & Coastal Piloting Lecture 10:00 – To the Boats 12:00PM: Lunch in King Harbor 4PM: Workshop end – Boats back at the dock 5:30PM: Bus starts trips to Baja Cantina – outside CYC 6PM: Cocktails 7PM: Coach’s Dinner 9:45: Last bus to CYC |
SUNDAY – CALIFORNIA YACHT CLUB 8AM: Check-in begins 8AM – 9AM: Continental Breakfast 9AM: Women to their workshops 12:00PM: All in for lunch on the patio 1:30PM: Women to their workshops 4:30PM: Workshops end 5PM: Post event no-host Cocktail Party with hosted Mediterranean Chicken, Pizza and Caesar Salad – On the grass – by anonymous host |
YOU CAN DESIGN YOUR WEEKEND
When registering, you may choose to come for both days or pick one day; Saturday or Sunday
SATURDAY ALL DAY WORKSHOPS
ALL DAY FRIDAY - US SAILING INTERNATIONAL OFFSHORE SAFETY AT SEA SEMINAR
REGISTRATION FOR THE SAS IS SEPARATE FROM WBE
<<< GO HERE TO REGISTER FOR THIS SEMINAR >>>
The US Sailing Sanctioned International Offshore Safety at Sea Seminar is a two-part seminar comprised of an online course and a one day hands-on course. Information for the online course will be sent to each participant upon completion of the registration. The prices reflected here are at a discounted rate for our event.
- ALL Participants MUST complete the ONLINE US Sailing International Offshore Safety at Sea course (New Certificate: Chapters 1-15 or Renewal Certificate Chapters 11-15) PRIOR to September 16, 2022. NO EXCEPTIONS
- The International Offshore Safety at Sea Hands-on Training course will be held on September 16, 2022 starting at 8AM poolside at the California Yacht Club in Marina del Rey. Includes boxed lunch.
- At the end of the program at California Yacht Club, all participants who pass the course will receive a US Sailing Sanctioned International (ISAF) Offshore Safety at Sea with Hands-on Certificate.
These prices, and this registration is only for the US Sailing Seminar.
New Certificate: $435
Renewal Certificate: $350
ALL DAY SATURDAY - THE CRUISING LIFE
Fleet of boats all day
Various Workshop Leaders
When you sign up for the full experience weekend you are automatically signed up for this workshop.
The morning begins with a super hands-on lecture focused on Coastal Piloting. Then, get on board your boat for the day. Meet your crew and coaches. As you make way to King Harbor, you will learn about The Cruising Life, covering topics from navigating to King Harbor, weather, boat prep to cruise, food, and various other topics. Once you arrive in King Harbor, You will learn about anchoring, launching a dinghy, boarding, outboard motors, meal prep. and more about cruising. There will be time to have a swim and cocktail before heading back to the marina and our Saturday night’s dinner.
SUNDAY WORKSHOPS
ALL SUNDAY WORKSHOPS ARE 3 HOURS IN DURATION
CLUBHOUSE & DOCKSIDE WORKSHOPS
CAPTAIN MIKE’S FAMOUS “SIMPLE CELESTIAL”
Clubhouse Workshop
AM Workshop
Captain Mike Blecher Workshop Leader
Capt. Mike has developed a three hour celestial navigation course in which anyone who can add and subtract can acquire enough skill and knowledge to obtain a “fix” using only a sextant and tables. The course eliminates the usual esoteric science and theory, and instead focuses on “thinking like a navigator,” and boils everything down to simple, easy to understand concepts.
This is an essential tool for the safety of your vessel as well as your personal seagoing fulfillment and special enjoyment of sky gazing while offshore.
EASY ELECTRICAL - 12 VOLT BASICS
Clubhouse Workshop
AM and PM Workshop
In this workshop, you will learn the basics of DC electrical for boating applications. Learn about the variables involved in DC electrical work and learn how to calculate these variables using a basic equation. Learn about the different types of batteries and how to size your battery needs and how to choose the correct size wire for your application. Learn about the symbols used for variables and how to make wiring diagrams. Learn about the different tools required and get some practice using these tools to strip and crimp wires. You will use a multi-meter to measure the variables that were discussed.
A MUST for every boat owner
LINES - LINES - SPLICING - KNOTS
Clubhouse Workshop
AM & PM Workshop
If you are confused about all the lines on your boat – and I am not talking about the ones you pull while under way 😉 – this hands-on workshop is for you !!
First learn about the different types of line materials that are available, what their differences are and their function. With this knowledge you will be able to design your rigging plans utilizing the correct lines for each job. This workshop will also cover techniques to save your lines and have them last much longer.
By the time you walk out of the workshop, splicing will feel like a fun task, and not something looked upon as a mystery. As a bonus, Jerome will demonstrate how to make rope shackles and how to never forget.
Finally, a demonstration of the top 5 knots and what makes them essential.
Information on the splicing kit needed for this workshop will follow soon.
LEARN HOW TO RACE A SAILBOAT
Clubhouse
AM and PM Workshop
Interested in finding out how a sailboat race is organized and how to compete in one? Beginning Racing will provide information that is necessary to be a good crew, or to get out and skipper in a race. You will learn about the NOR (Notice of Race), the SI’s (Sailing Instructions), basic racing rules of sailing, as well as how to get on a race crew. You will leave the workshop understanding how racing will improve your boat handling and how much fun it is to be competitive sailor.
SPINNAKER BASICS
Dockside
AM Workshop
Spinnaker flying has been our most requested topic to cover at the WBE. The morning session will be at the dock with the boat tied up so the set up and sail maneuvers can be witnessed easily. Rigging a boat for a symmetrical spinnaker, packing the chute, setting up the chute on the rail, raising the pole, jibing the sail, and dousing it will be covered. There ill be time for hands on pole handling and sail setup. The afternoon session will be on the water flying a symmetrical spinnaker.
BASIC BOAT MAINTENANCE & REPAIR
Dockside
AM and PM Workshops
Thomas, owner of Thomas Marine, will walk you through Glissade, an Irwin 54, and discuss what you should look for to keep your boat safe and comfortable. He will share his list of tool must have’s, guide you around the diesel engine, demonstrate how to bleed the diesel, how to check rigging for dangerous chafing, check your thru hulls, maintain head stability, cover water, fuel tank and electrical systems safety. Get a grip on the task list to keep handy to keep your boat floating and safe with this workshop.
CRUISING CRASH COURSE
Dockside onboard Rhiannon
AM Workshop
Stacy Sinclair Workshop Leader
Ever thought about taking a boat beyond the bay? What about beyond Catalina? Tour a cruising boat and get the feel for where and how to store equipment, spares, tools and provisions; learn what boat modifications to make for double handing or sailing single handed; get many tips on how to live aboard comfortably and host current friends, and those to be, with mindfulness for your and your boat’s safety. Stacy will share what she has learned from world cruisers. Bring questions.
SAIL TRIM & BALANCE
Dockside
AM and PM
With the boat tied up at a dock the learning platform is stable and provides immediate feedback. See immediate results with every tweak of the sail controls, and learn how those controls change the stability or speed of the boat. Plenty of “AH-HA” moments will be experienced as the sailor witnesses how the boat behaves and the sails change shape when the controls are adjusted. Gain expertise in the language of sails, get a handle on sail trim, demystify the points of sail , center of effort, keel lift, and using telltales. Learn the difference between making the boat sail fast vs making it sail efficiently and safely. This workshop is experiencing sail trim with a knowledgeable coach and seeing what each adjustment does immediately. Then sign up for an Intermediate Sailing on the water workshop to practice what you learned.
ON THE WATER WORKSHOPS
BEGINNING SAILING
AM and PM Workshops
In this 3-hour on-the-water class, you’ll learn and practice the basics of sailing, including a few important knots and sailing terms, determining wind direction, “points of sail,” trimming the sails, tacking, gybing, steering the boat, and getting from point A to point B. Our goal is to have lots of fun as you begin your learn-to-sail journey. This class is intended for those who have very limited or no previous sailing experience.
INTERMEDIATE SAILING
AM and PM Workshop
INTERMEDIATE SAILING will give you an understanding of how to trim your sails for speed, safety and efficiency for the wind that your in. If you are a racer, properly trimmed sails will help you win the race. For a cruiser, you will arrive at your destination in the most efficient time. If the wind blows upwards of gale force you will survive it.
A suggestion for those taking this workshop, our Sail Trim workshop would be a great workshop to compliment these 3 hours of instruction.
ANCHORS AWEIGH & MOORING BALLS TOO
AM & PM Workshops
Learn the ropes—(errr make that rode) in this fun interactive workshop.
They will cover various types of modern day ground tackle, finding the best spot to drop, determining scope and setting an anchor securely. In the second half of the workshop they will cover types of moorings, picking up, bridling, dealing with the sandline, and more. After a short chalk talk, participants will get hands on experience at the windlass, on the helm, taking a bearing and wiping off slime.
Anchoring theories are the same for power and for sail enthusiasts.
SAILBOATS IN CLOSE QUARTERS
AM & PM Workshop
Boat Handling skills for Docking:
Gain confidence when you are maneuvering your auxiliary sailboat under motor in the basin. We will begin with hands on boat handling using buoys to simulate docking. Everyone will have the opportunity to actually dock on a side tie.
- Leaving the dock
- Maneuvering in tight quarters
- Docking side tie
- Docking according to the wind direction
POWERBOATS IN CLOSE QUARTERS
AM and PM Workshops
Boat handling skills for turning in tight spaces and docking will be practiced in the main basin, such as turning in the length of the vessel, reverse, speed control, etc. You will begin with hands on boat handling using buoys to simulate docking and then actually docking along a side tie.
Onboard discussion and hands on practice will include:
- Leaving the dock
- Maneuvering in tight quarters
- Docking side tie
- Docking according to the wind direction
SAFETY, DINGHY BASICS & CREW BEST PRACTICES
AM and PM Workshops
We will meet onboard the boat for a short safety briefing before leaving the dock. Once we are in the open waters, we will talk about safety while cruising, crew responsibilities, and using the radio for emergencies. We will practice recovering a person overboard using a flotation device. We will look at various life jackets and test them (Yes you will be able to jump in the water wearing a life jacket!), we will also shoot flares, and finally in the marina we will practice the “dance” of getting in and out of a dinghy.
WHEN HEAVY WEATHER HITS
AM and PM Workshops
We never “plan” on being out there when the weather changes for the worse, but it seems that Mother Nature waits for no one. Gain the knowledge you need to remain in control when the heavy weather hits. This workshop will give you the knowledge necessary to stay safe on board in heavy weather.
Board a vessel and experience jacklines, learn what safety gear you should have, understand the different EPIRBS available, MOB AIS equipment, and why you should always file a float plan. Heavy weather on the water strategies will be covered, including reefing, heaving to and lying ahull.
SUDDENLY ALONE & CONFIDENT SHORT HANDED SAILING
Aboard Cassiopeia
AM & PM
Margie Woods Workshop Leader
Ready to start sailing with fewer crew? Want to gain confidence in what you already know and what you need to work on to go to sea single handed or short crewed? Margie is an experienced single handed sailor with high value knowledge of what women need to know to sail alone or sail short handed safely. Sail on board her boat which is set up for the short handed and long distance adventure, you can learn what you need to do to your own boat for this type of sailing. This workshop will also give you the confidence to take over if you ever end up as the one in charge when the captain goes down.
SCYA THANKS OUR SPONSORS AND PARTNERS
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