| USA. Strictly Sail Chicago boat show docks at Navy Pier |
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| Friday, 13 January 2006 | |
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Exhibition news: The largest annual gathering of sailors in the Midwest will be held February 2 – 5 in Chicago at Navy Pier. The show expects more than 20,000 sailing enthusiasts of all skill levels to attend, in addition to 275 exhibitors on-hand to showcase the latest sailboats and sailing accessories on the market. Launched in 1996, Strictly Sail Chicago has become an annual tradition for the local and regional sailing community to discuss the upcoming season, as well as view, board and buy the newest sailboats, gear and accessories. “Strictly Sail Chicago is the largest indoor sailboat show in the country and has become a highly anticipated gathering place for sailors around the country in the middle of winter,” says Kevin Murphy, show manager. “This show has grown considerably in exhibitors and attendees over the course of eleven years and prides itself on offering sailing enthusiasts of all skill levels the opportunity to enjoy the sport.” The latest 2006 sailboat models will be one of the hottest tickets at this year’s show. In addition to access to the latest sailboats, accessories and gear, attendees will have the opportunity to attend more than 180 educational seminars. Strictly Sail Chicago’s comprehensive seminar series has become one of the show’s top features. Seminars allow sailing novices to learn the basics, while seasoned seafarers can discover new techniques. Sailing celebrities will also be available to share tales of their experiences at sea. Some symposia require enrollment to attend, including: US SAILING’s Safety at Sea: Sunday, February 5 - U.S. SAILING hosts this certification workshop aimed at teaching participants safe seamanship, heavy-weather tactics and boat preparation. Pricing includes a value-added 4-day admission pass. Register at StrictlySail.com or e-mail lia@sailamerica.com. Dave Perry’s Racing Rules and their Tactical Applications: Saturday, February 4 - 3:00 – 5:45 This seminar aims to ensure that sailors and officials understand the rules of competition and how to apply them to common and complex situations, with a look at how to maximize winning tactics with increased rules’ knowledge. Time will be allotted for a participant-driven question and answer portion. Register at StrictlySail.com or e-mail lia@sailamerica.com. Dave Perry’s Positioning to Win: Sunday, February 5 - 10:30 – 11:15 This seminar will take an advanced look at tactical positioning at key areas around the race course, particularly starts, the first leg of the race and mark roundings. It will include a description of the decision making process used by the top competitors and some helpful global guidelines. Register at StrictlySail.com or e-mail lia@sailamerica.com. John & Amanda Neal’s Mahina Offshore Cruising Seminar: Saturday, February 4 – Learn the practical and inspirational aspects of cruising from accomplished world cruisers and instructors John and Amanda Swann Neal. Eight months a year, John and Amanda conduct sail-training expeditions worldwide aboard their Hallberg-Rassy 46. This seminar incorporates the knowledge gained from their combined 412,000 sea miles and 59 years of experience. Register at StrictlySail.com or e-mail lia@sailamerica.com. Learn to Sail in a Day: Saturday, February 4 - Top-notch learning experience for sailors of all levels with five hours of professional classroom instruction, including content and visuals from Offshore Sailing School’s highly respected Learn to Sail program. Sponsored by Hunter Marine and conducted by Kevin Wensley, Steve and Doris Colgate. Call 1-800-221-4326 or e-mail sail@offshore-sailing.com. Coastal Navigation: Every day of the show - If you’re new to sailing and want to learn more about navigation, if you already have the basics down and want to become a skilled navigator, an exciting opportunity awaits you this winter – at the best all-sail boat shows held in the United States. Sign up for our four-day US SAILING Coastal Navigation course and immerse yourself in sailing. Call 1-800-221-4326 or e-mail sail@offshore-sailing.com. Marine Weather Workshop: Wednesday and Thursday, February 1 & 2 - Learn to make informed weather decisions for safer, self-reliant offshore voyaging in this 2-day workshop led by marine meteorologist, Lee Chesneau. Limited enrollment through www.ssca.org/eventind.htm. Show attendees are also encouraged to bring children along to enjoy the Kids’ Club, an activity center designed for junior sailors. Children will have the opportunity to build their own sailboat models, draw “sailboats of the future,” learn knot tying and race boats in the makeshift “lake” on the show floor. Strictly Sail Chicago is designed to accommodate families and children, especially those that are newcomers to sailing looking to be introduced to the sport. Show details include: Thursday through Sunday, February 2 – 5, 2006; Thursday and Friday: 11 a.m. – 8 p.m. ; Saturday: 10 a.m. – 8 p.m.; Sunday: 10 a.m. – 6 p.m. Navy Pier, Festival Halls A & B, 600 E. Grand Ave. Chicago, IL 60611 |
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