[Yknot-list] Learn to Sail

[Spencer Raggio]

Y-Knot Sailing, a program of YMCA Camp Chingachgook on Lake George, 
will be offering a three-day Learn to Sail course on consecutive 
Sundays in May. The classes are open to the public.

Y-Knot provides sailing opportunities for everyone, regardless of 
physical condition, age, or ability to pay, and at all levels, from 
supervised recreational sailing to independent racing competition. 
Its membership has grown to include disabled and able-bodied sailors 
from a wide geographic area and from all walks of life. More 
information on Y-Knot Sailing is available here: 
http://www.yknotsailing.org/

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Introduction to Sailing
Sponsored by Y-Knot Community Sailing

Three consecutive Sunday afternoons at Camp Chingachgook on Lake George
May 6, 13, 20 beginning at 1 pm (rain or shine)

The program will consist of both classroom instruction and 
on-the-water training aboard the Camp's 24-foot Rainbows. Space is 
limited, so register now!

Fee: $60  ($75 after April 30) Visa, Mastercard, American Express or 
check payable to YMCA
           (includes all instructional materials and sailboat charter fees)

Registration: Camp Chingachgook   518-656-9462
Download the registration form: http://www.yknotsailing.org/forms/register.pdf

More Information:   http://www.yknotsailing.org/learn.php
                   or contact: Spencer Raggio     518-899-9137

What You'll Learn:
     * Sailing terms and parts of the boat
     * How a sailboat works
     * Basic sail trim & sail controls
     * How to rig the boat for sailing
     * Changing directions by tacking and jibing
     * Essential sailing knots
     * Safety basics
     * Rules of the Road and on-water navigation aids

All students will receive a basic sailing textbook, as well as 
additional instructional materials.

Learn how and where you can charter your own sailboat, and learn 
about the many opportunities to crew for others who cruise and race 
on Lake George


Directions: YMCA Camp Chingachgook is located in Pilot Knob, New York 
and is within easy access of I-87 (Northway). Take Northway Exit 20 
(Rt. 149/Fort Ann/Whitehall), turn left on Rt. 9 north. Go one-half 
mile on Rt. 9, then turn right onto Rt. 149. Go 4.5 miles on Rt. 149, 
then turn left onto Rt. 9L (Ridge Road). Go 4.5 miles on Rt. 9L and 
make a slight right turn onto Pilot Knob Road. Go 4.5 miles down 
Pilot Knob Road to the Camp, on your right