Seminars and Workshops
A series of Saturday Sailing Workshops are being planned for the Spring of 2012 at Sandpoint Community Hall.
(Workshops led by Bruce Robertson unless otherwise noted.)
| Workshop | Date | Time |
| Sail Trim and Racing Tactics Pete Sauer, Quantum Sails representative from Flathead Lake, will share his insights to improve your sailing ability and confidence. He will cover practical sail function and trim in the morning and then tactics and strategy in the afternoon. Everyone is welcome to attend either or both halves of this seminar. This workshop is for both beginner and experienced sailors. |
Jan 21 | 9:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m. |
| Sailboat Cruising Share in this introduction to the laid-back side of sailing. Learn about marinas, anchorages, mooring buoys and comfortable living on the lake. |
Feb 18 | 9:00 a.m. - 1:00 p.m. |
| Racing Rules of Sailing Review the current Racing Rules of Sailing using animated computer diagrams, group discussions and the rules themselves. Workshop for intermediate sailors. |
Mar 17 | 9:00 a.m. - 1:00 p.m. |
| Race Management This workshop, put on by Keith Sheckler, SSA Rear Commodore, will cover basic race committee tasks and responsibilities, from setting the course, and running the start sequence, to putting equipment away and care of the committee boat. |
Apr 21 | 9:00 a.m. - 1:00 p.m. |
| New Sailor Workshop This workshop covers basic sailing skills, terms, & knowledge. You’ll learn the HOW-TO stuff you need and the WHERE & WHEN stuff that makes it fun. |
May 19 | 9:00 a.m. - 1:00 p.m. |
These workshops are being offered through Sandpoint Parks and Recreation and the Sandpoint Sailing Association. There is no cost to attend.