Greetings From Chester, Nova Scotia
July 7, 2009
Chester Taxi
Well it has been far too long since I last posted. I have been running around chasing all manner of new opportunities and have (not that this is particularly new) neglected this site and this blog.
I am in Chester, Nova Scotia. A sailors’ paradise. The Canadian Maritime Provinces are one of the most beautiful places on earth, and the little harbor that I am sailing in here is unparalleled. On top of all that there are great sailors and kind people, a great sailing heritage, a warm and open yacht club, and a class of little one design sailboats that are more fun than just about anything I have ever sailed. If I sound smitten – it is because I am.
I am here providing private coaching for sailing fundamentals and racing clients who race Bluenoses, International One Designs (IOD’s), and other vessels. I am putting on several sail trim and balance, strategy and tactics, and racing rules lectures for the Chester Yacht Club and others.
I am also training for the New York City Triathlon that I am doing on behalf of Oceana and the Ocean Conservation Yacht Club. I am trying to raise awareness and funding for ocean conservation and encourage you to go to my Oceana fundraising site to make a tax deductible charitable donation.
The Nautica New York City Triathlon is so unique. It’s thrilling to think that I’ll be swimming in the Hudson River, biking on the West Side Highway and then making a dash for the finish line through Central Park. What’s just as exciting is the work Oceana is doing to help protect the world’s oceans. As the largest international NGO working exclusively on ocean issues, Oceana’s advocates, lawyers and scientists are spread out around the world, working towards the conservation and recovery of this amazing BLUE planet. I hope that you will support me in this cause and help me reach my fundraising goal.
My swim training pool
There are lots of great things on the Gale Force Sailing calendar. Private coaching, racing events, clinics and more. If you are looking do some sailing onboard your boat, learn new skills, or would like to schedule a clinic for your fleet or you club please don’t hesiate to contact me. I am always available via cell phone and email. Yes, even when I am in special places like Nova Scotia.
Speaking of which, I still have a few open days on the calendar up here. If you are interested in getting away from the heat and the hassle, let me know. I’ve got a room at the world’s best B & B and a georgeous little wooden sailboat just waiting for you. If racing is your thing, then get up here for the oldest regatta in North America, Chester Race Week. As always if there is anything Gale Force Sailing can do for you and your sailing goals. Please let me know. Until next time (which will be sooner than later since I found internet access) – Fair winds and good sailing!
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