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Challenged Sailors 2020-21 Winter Season Paused

In support of the spirit and intent of the CA Stay at Home orders, Challenged Sailors San Diego has decided to pause operations immediately.

The CSSD board has had many discussions about San Diego region being escalated to the COVID-19 purple tier and we have decided to cancel sailing for the month of January. Our greatest concern is for the health and safety of our sailors and volunteers. We will monitor the County public health department as well as adhere to CA directives.   

To be informed of the latest updates and when you can sign up to sail,  please check our CSSD website and Facebook. Thank you all for understanding during these challenging times. We look forward to seeing you all soon. Stay safe, healthy and happy.

US Sailing Strategic Plan 2021-2024

Alignment and Support:

https://content.yudu.com/web/2vwiu/0A2vwiv/StrategicPlan/html/index.html

US Sailing Coaching Symposium Online 7-9 December 2020

 

US Sailing Invites You to the 2020 National Coaching Symposium  FREE for all US Sailing Members  December 7-9, 2020

 

You are invited to participate in US Sailing’s 2020 National Coaching Symposium, presented by Regatta Craft Mixers. This year’s symposium will be hosted online – December 7-9, 2020. The fourth annual National Coaching Symposium features three days of presentations with a collection of leading sailing coaches and experts from around the country. The symposium will include up to four live presentations per day. Access to the symposium is EXCLUSIVE and FREE for all US Sailing members.

 

Learn More

KMAC VI Info (23-25 April 2021)

Announcement & Basic Information

Registration Not Yet Open

Reminder: Sailing Day Guidelines

Please be on time,11:45am, now that we NEED to do the health screening protocol that is necessary prior to heading down to the docks.

Wear your mask and maintain social distancing.

Leave your life jacket on until we head back up the ramp after sailing.

If you are scheduled to volunteer and find that you need to cancel, please call or text the assigned crew leader.

It is recommended that all sailors and volunteers wear clothing that they don't mind getting wet, soft-soled shoes, gloves (if needed), hat, sunglasses; and bring sunscreen, a sealable plastic bag for your phone & wallet, and a reusable water bottle.  Wear full covered sailing gloves and your mask.  Bring your PDF (life  jacket, IF you have one.  

ADDRESS:

Sunroad Resort Marina 
955 Harbor Island Drive
San Diego, Ca 92101

PARKING:  

Parking tickets remain unchanged.  Both Sailors & Volunteers will continue to receive “free” parking. THANK YOU SUNROAD MANAGEMENT. 

Sunroad Management would like us to park in the last row (nearest the street).  There are just too many of us & it seems we continue to migrate to the front row. 
Their request needs to be respected.

For those who have a need & require the disabled parking  space(s), may and should continue to use that space. There is a 2nd space next to that space and is designated as a reserved “Fire” parking space. We have special permission to use that space as well.

When you enter the parking lot, use your phone number or credit card to get in. You'll get a paper ticket which you should hold on to.   Validated paper parking slips will be distributed before we go down to the boats.  When you leave, you first scan the original ticket, then the validation.  No charge.

We meet at the head of Docks A-D (west end of Sunroad Marina parking lot) at 11:45am sharp.

Ullman Sails Fundraiser to Benefit CSSD!

As part of the San Diego sailing community, you are aware of all the good that Fiddlers Green restaurant has given the sailing community.

Ullman Sails is returning this favor by helping another great cause at the same time. Part of the proceeds of all prime rib meals sold will directly benefit Challenged Sailors San Diego.

Ullman Sails is promoting a 100 prime rib challenge! They are challenging the sailing community to purchase 100 prime rib meals on October 28th, 2020. The Ullman Sails Prime Rib Challenge

You get a world-class prime rib dinner and help two great organizations at the same time. All you have to do is order a prime rib or multiple prime rib meals at Fiddlers Green on October 28th for dine-in or take out.

Sail safe, sail on, and come enjoy a prime rib,

Ullman Sails, Chuck Skewes

Calling All Sailors! Calling All Sailors!

 

See Sally pointing?  She's looking for sailors over the horizen.  CSSD is open.  Contact Sue for a Friday or Saturday opening.  Come on down!

Learn A Little While You Wait - Blind Sailing

Sailors who are blind or vision impaired have been involved in organized sailing programs since 1979. However, only within the past 20 years has blind sailing in the U.S. become more widespread and recognized. In addition, blind sailing has taken on an international aspect, with eight Blind World Sailing Championships having been held since 1992.
For more information, please be sure to visit Blind Sailing International.
http://www.blindsailinginternational.com/

Starboard Portal Topic: Local Knowledge San Diego

Wednesday, June 24 at 4pm EDT / 1pm PDT: Local Knowledge Series San Diego featuring Mark Reynolds and George Szabo

https://www.ussailing.org/starboard-portal/

Adaptive Sailing Considerations Webinar - Starboard Portal

Tuesday, June 23 at 2pm EDT / 11am PDT: Adaptive Sailing Program Considerations in a COVID-19 Environment: Chris Naughton, Spencer Raggio, Rich White, Andrew Alletag, and moderated by Betsy Alison

Adaptive Sailing Webinar

The Starboard Portal for Tuesday & Wednesday

• Tuesday Tips with Erika Reineke - US Sailing Team Athlete
• Wednesday, July 17 at 2pm EDT / 11am PDT: A Family Sailing Story – Meet the Langolf Family: Being a Sailing Family Prepared us for Quarantine!

https://www.ussailing.org/starboard-portal/?utm_source=membership&utm_medium=email&utm_campaign=STP

Cancellation of the 2020 U.S. Para Sailing Championship

Hello Everyone, It is with great regret and for the safety of our sailors, volunteers and families, that we announce the Cancellation of the 2020 U.S. Para Sailing Championship.  Please see the New Release by US Sailing today: https://www.ussailing.org/news/usparachamps2020-update/ Continue to check the event website for 2021 updates as an announcement with preliminary details is be forthcoming. https://www.ussailing.org/competition/championships/2020-u-s-para-sailing-championship/ US Sailing Para Sailing Committee and our friends in the Adaptive Community are actively working to offer various forms of engagement for our sailors and Adaptive Centers this summer. Nancy Nancy Mazzulli Adult Programs Outreach Coordinator US Sailing

The Daves, A Master Class for The Clagett Community

Good afternoon,

We're excited to have so many people interested in the Dave and Dave Master Class so far! There are three sessions remaining of The Clagett's Dave & Dave Master Class Series. The remaining sessions are listed below, and take place on Saturdays at 1:00PM on Zoom.

• Saturday, June 6……. The Rules & Their Tactical Uses – the Marks (Dave Perry presenting) 

• Saturday, June 13……Racing In Current (Dave Dellenbaugh presenting)

• Saturday, June 20……A Mock Protest Hearing (the Daves presenting)

If you'd like to sign up to be included to receive the Zoom link and pre-reads for any of the above sessions please reply to this email to join the list.

Best,

Sara Darcy
Operations Manager
Clagett Regatta

COVID-19 FAQs for a Sailing Program (June 4 Thursday @ 12PM PDT)

https://www.ussailing.org/starboard-portal/?utm_source=membership&utm_medium=email&utm_campaign=STP

Covid-19 Risk Management - The Burgee Program

An aid for planning:


https://www.gowrie.com/USSailingPrograms/BurgeeProgram.aspx

https://www.gowrie.com/pdfs/GowrieRiskReport-BurgeeProgram-COVID-RiskManagement-FINAL.pdf

2020 Clagett Memorial Regatta Postponed to 2021

NEWPORT, R.I. (May 30, 2020) – After considerable assessment and review, the board of the C. Thomas Clagett, Jr. Memorial Clinic and Regatta have determined that due to the ongoing COVID-19 situation, the 2020 Clagett Regatta in Newport and the Clagett/Oakcliff Match Race Clinegatta will be postponed until 2021.

“Extraordinary times require extraordinary actions.  Safety, health, and fun have always been Clagett’s guidelines. Although The Clagett Newport and the Clagett/Oakcliff regattas are being postponed from 2020 to 2021, we will be reaching out to our Clagett sailors and extended Clagett family over the summer to keep Clagett participants and supporters engaged through shared camaraderie by participating in the Dave and Dave online coaching sessions and other fun activities.  I am looking forward to being “Virtually” connected with the Clagett sailing community over the coming months,” commented Clagett President and Co-Founder Judy Clagett McLennan (Portsmouth, R.I.)

“Safety is even more of a priority in this unprecedented time.  Oakcliff is finding creative and practical solutions for many of the new challenges but not for all.  The required social distancing cannot be maintained at a regatta serving disabled sailors so postponing to 2021 is the smart move.  We remain committed to the event and look forward to next summer,” said Oakcliff Sailing Executive Director, Dawn Riley.

Dates for the 18^th Clagett Regatta and the 5^th Clagett/Oakcliff Match Race Clinegatta, now being held in 2021 will be announced in due course. 

The Clagett would like to thank their sponsors, supporters, volunteers and partners for their continued support.

For more information about The Clagett visit: www.clagettregatta.org or follow the Clagett on Instagram @clagett_regatta or on Facebook @Clagett Regatta.

Mister Childers Boat House Series

From US Sailing

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=FxJSONYbXBM&feature=youtu.be&utm_source=US+Sailing+Master+List&utm_campaign=5aec632f32-EMAIL_CAMPAIGN_2020_04_30_03_49_COPY_01&utm_medium=email&utm_term=0_f0660e04e8-5aec632f32-277678133

San Diego Festival of the Arts Has Been Postponed

More information will be posted when known.

She Sailor Sea Story, Wednesday, 20 MAY, 5pm PDT LIVE on ZOOM

She Sailor Sea Story, Wednesday, 20 MAY, 5pm PDT LIVE on ZOOM

REGISTRATION LINK: http://bit.ly/nwsa-lookingup

News From Jane - CSSD Ashore & Afloat

Hi Everyone,

I hope you and your families are safe and well.

As you probably know, Challenged Sailors San Diego had to pause our sailing operations for a while due to Covid-19. Although we can’t get back out on the water yet, there are many opportunities to stay connected to the sailing community, at least online. Here are some suggestions of webinars, videos, and websites that you might find informative, challenging, and just plain fun. I hope you enjoy them!

Our Challenged Sailors San Diego website is a great resource.   https://www.challengedsailors.org
On this website, you can find the latest news about our organization, a link to the CSSD Facebook page, links to several of the webinars and online events showcasing sailing, photo galleries of past sailing events and regattas, and a fabulous training and education page. The training and education page includes charts of San Diego Bay (you can see where all the shallow places in the bay are!), sailing manuals designed to teach you how to sail a Martin, videos about how to rig and sail a Martin (done by Don Martin, who was the original designer of our boats), videos of how to tie knots, and the Racing Rules of Sailing. Feel free to spend time exploring the website. I think you’ll be surprised at how much information is there!

The US Sailing website is also very informative.  https://www.ussailing.org
It’s usually a good resource for all types of sailing information and classes. Unfortunately, due to social distancing requirements, all classes have gone online or are postponed. They do have a page with great videos on maintaining and servicing inflatable life jackets (for those of you who have them). https://www.ussailing.org/education/adult/safety-at-sea-courses/safety-at-sea-resources/

US Sailing is also doing an excellent job of producing a sailing video EVERY DAY to help us maintain our connection to this wonderful sport. These videos are all accessible on the
Starboard Portal website  https://www.ussailing.org/starboard-portal/
I highly recommend that you check this website out. It has videos on sailing skills, racing tactics, safety, environmental lessons, STEM lessons, Olympic dreams, sailing fitness, long distance sailing…the list goes on. There’s enough variety that I know you’ll find something to interest you. Be sure to click the arrow buttons on each side of the page, because there are more videos win each category than originally appear.

Ullman Sails San Diego has produced several excellent free webinar videos about a variety of topics.  https://sandiego.ullmansails.com/essential_grid/free-webinars-the-unlocking-series/
The topics include sail trim, sailing at night, sailing to Mexico, race starts, and many more. I hope you check them out.

The Royal Yachting Association (RYA) is posting videos of their weekly webinar on the Racing Rules of Sailing.  https://www.youtube.com/rya1875
 If you want to race, or are currently a racer that is looking to get a better understanding of the racing rules, this is a great resource. They have already done 3 webinars, which appear about halfway down the page. Just look for the “Racing Rules” section. There will be 6 videos in total when the series is finished.

For those of you who think that sailing with an asymmetrical spinnaker might be exciting, this is an excellent video showing how it is done on a small boat.
 https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Cg1EwlQpH5o
Because of the set-up of the Martins, although the jobs of our helms person and crew would be the same, our helms person sits in the front seat, and our crew (companion) sits in the back.

These last two videos are just for fun...

If you’re looking for an adrenaline rush, check out this video    https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=olFNIqe9ylA

If you’re looking for a sweet, gentle sail, this is a good video   https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=OrqpaAizMT0

I hope this list has given you some inspiration. I’m thinking of you all.

Best wishes,

Jane Dunn

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Preview YouTube video How to sail with a Spinnaker on a small sailboat

How to sail with a Spinnaker on a small sailboat

Preview YouTube video Speed, waves, crash - Yacht racing

Speed, waves, crash - Yacht racing

Preview YouTube video Gentle sailing

Gentle sailing

Youth Sailing: Rather Be Sailing Report

https://mailchi.mp/ussailing/welcome-to-the-new-youth-sailing-newsletter-rather-be-sailing?e=03293f5584

She Sailor Sea Story Slam

In an effort to keep our Challenged Sailors engaged, CSSD members have kindly been invited to listen online to the next National Women’s Sailing Association’s  "She Sailor Sea Story Slam" on May 20 @5pm Pacific. Everyone would need to register with NWSA to attend. And any of the women would be welcome to tell a sailing story with the theme “Looking Up”. More information about the WSRA can be found at Womensailing.org  Any woman who tells a story will be rewarded with a year membership in NWSA. With a membership they can attend NWSA’s OLÉ—On Line Expo. The expo will kick off on June 6 and continue through June. New members are also welcome to join ($45 a year) without storytelling.

More information on the She Sailor Story Slam will be forthcoming. Get your story ready if have one!"

Sailing Safety Video - Inflatable Life Jackets

US Sailing provides daily videos about sailing on their Starboard Portal website. Today at 11AM, US Sailing’s safety expert, Chuck Hawley, will present a webinar on inflatable life jackets. He’ll discuss how to make sure that inflatable life jackets are safe to use each day, as well as the periodic maintenance that's required to keep them in top condition. He is an excellent presenter, and gives clear instructions and sound advice. Anyone who owns an inflatable life jacket is encouraged to join in. If you are unable to watch at the scheduled time, this video will remain on the website for later viewing. 

https://www.ussailing.org/starboard-portal/

While you are on the Starboard Portal website, you will see that there is a whole collection of fun, informative videos and webinars about sailing that have been recorded previously that you will have access to.

Have fun watching, and stay safe,

Jane

Clagett Regatta Master Class

Good morning Sailors,

This is an opportunity to sign up for "The Daves" A Master Class for The Clagett Sailing Community if you have not already done so. Registration for this online program closes on Monday May 4th at 5:00 PM.

More information on the series can be found below, as well as on this webpage.

To register, you can submit your interest to participate using this form. 

Please let me know if you have any questions. 

Best,

Sara Darcy

Operations Manager

401-846-4470

Clagett Regatta

"The Daves" A Master Class for the Clagett Sailing Community

While sailors are all facing challenges and uncertain times due to the COVID-19 pandemic, the coaching duo of Dave Perry and Dave Dellenbaugh have stepped up to offer an alternative to in-person coaching with an online coaching program.

“One of our board members saw on Scuttlebutt that Dave Perry and Dave Dellenbaugh have come up with coaching sessions available online, and given the coaching relationship the Clagett sailors have with them we thought it would be a great opportunity to be able to offer this to Clagett sailors,” commented Clagett President and Co-Founder Judy Clagett McLennan.

Clagett sailors are being offered the opportunity to continue learning from the internationally renowned pair with weekly online sessions organized for Clagett sailors starting in May. The sessions are free thanks to the support of the friends of the Clagett community and start on May 9, 2020.

Details and Registration

The sessions in this Series will be allocated on a first come - first served basis. Space will be given to the sailors first, and any race committee and other volunteers that would like to participate are also welcome to sign up, though we have a max number we can invite for each session.  The deadline to register is Monday May 4 at 5:00 PM.

Giving Tuesday - May 5th!

Have you heard the news? #GivingTuesdayNow is taking place on May 5!

Donate to Challenged Sailors San Diego

Racing Rules Webinars

The RYA webinar referenced in this announcement sounds like an excellent opportunity for CSSD sailors and volunteers who are interested in racing. There will be six one-hour presentations. This is an excellent opportunity for dock-bound sailors to keep their Topsiders virtually wet. Starts tomorrow, Wednesday, April 29th through June 3rd,  for one hour. 

Rules of Racing Webinars

Jimbo's Donates Wooden Nickels to CSSD!

Thank you to Jimbo's for the generous donation of $950, provided through Jimbo's Wooden Nickel program. This represents over 19,000 Jimbo's customers who donated their nickels to CSSD during the first quarter of 2020.

Ullman Sails Webinars

Every Tuesday and Thursday at 6 PM PDT.

https://sandiego.ullmansails.com/essential_grid/free-webinars-the-unlocking-series/

Clagett Regatta Rescheduled to September

The C. Thomas Clagett, Jr. Memorial Clinic and Regatta dates for the 18^th Clagett Regatta are being rescheduled from June 16-21 to September 1-6, 2020. 

Cabin Fever? Try Virtual Sailing!

Try this simple relaxing virtual sailing game. All you need is a PC, keyboard, and Internet access. Free to play!

Explore Akalana Islands, an idyllic Caribbean location offering sunset sailing around bays and open seas. Learn the basics of sailing, including steering and speed management (how to sail upwind and downwind ).

Beginners friendly! No prior experience required!

The Starboard Portal - Stay Connected!

From US Sailing:

The Starboard Portal is a new video channel that keeps sailors connected to their sport with resourceful videos and live content featuring a collection of the most knowledgeable experts in the nation on a variety of topics.

Looking for a fun way to stay connected to sailing? Check out the Starboard Portal for new videos and live presentations and discussions.  

Click to Watch Featured Live Presentations

Next week's LIVE presentation schedule:

• Monday, March 30 - Pete Smith: Help your Kids Learn in this New Virtual Environment - 11am PT
• Tuesday, March 31 - Tim Herzog: Mental Health and Performance - 11am PT
• Wednesday, April 1 - Scott Nixon, Quantum Racing: Ask Me Anything - 11am PT
• Thursday, April 2 - John Pearce: College Sailing 101 - 11 am PT
• Friday, April 3 - Mike Kuschner: Sailing Performance Training - 7:00am PT

KMAC 2020 Postponed

The KMAC 2020 Regatta hosted by the Coronado Yacht Club scheduled for late April has been postponed. Updated information and rescheduling will be posted when known. Stand by!

Cancelled Sailing - COVID-19 Update

Challenged Sailors San Diego has cancelled sailing until further notice due to coronavirus (COVID-19) concerns.  Although our sailing program provides amazing sailing opportunities for people with disabilities, we need to closely follow the San Diego County recommendations on social distancing in order to keep our sailors and volunteers safe.

Please continue to follow us for further developments. We will post updates on Facebook and our website, www.challengedsailors.org, as the situation changes.

We are eagerly looking forward to when everyone can once again enjoy time on the water!! Until then, we hope you and your families remain safe and healthy.

Sailing Cancelled

Challenged Sailors San Diego has cancelled sailing through the end of March 2020 due to coronavirus concerns.

This is in accordance with San Diego City and County recommendations on social distancing for groups and individuals who may be in close contact with each other.

Please continue to follow us for further developments.

Beautiful Parrot Heads!

It feels almost like summer! What better way to welcome the warm-up than to once again thank our generous benefactors from the San Diego Parrot Head Club. Their super fest this past summer was a wonderful, colorful big time event. We can't thank them enough. 

San Diego Festival of the Arts Supports Adaptive Sports & Recreation

“The San Diego Festival of the Arts, is one of the most prestigious art shows in the country. It will feature over 190 award-winning artists, delicious and healthy cuisines along with your favorite beverage and live entertainment.  Proceeds will benefit adaptive sports and recreation programs for San Diegans with physical disabilities, including recently injured service members.  CSSD has benefitted from the Festival’s success over the years.  The 32nd annual festival will be held on June 13 and 14, 2020 at Waterfront Park in Downtown San Diego.  Please visit http://www.sdfestivalofthearts.org/ “.

Sailing Education Video - The Physics of Sailing

Here's how the magic happens!

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=yqwb4HIrORM

On-Line Sailing Lessons

When sailing the web, take a look at this:

http://www.psychosnail.com/

No endorsement implied, but interesting.

KMAC VI Registration Now Open!

Registration for the KMAC VI Regatta is now open:

Notice of Race

KMAC VI Regatta Registration Link

You must let Sue Taetzsch (scheduler@challengedsailors.org) know when you have completed your registration, including payment, so that she can add you to the schedule.  She will be the one to let you know if CSSD has a boat for you.

Midwinter Results (Martin 16 @ Coronado Yacht Club)

Official Results

CSSD @ 2020 SCYA Midwinter Regatta

Thanks to @CoronadoYC for your support of CSSD in the 2020 SCYA Midwinter Regatta! Challenged Sailors San Diego had a blast. Congratulations Sue T (1), Edward M (2), and Colin S (3). #SCYA #midwinters #challengedsailors #regatta 

Volunteer Appreciation Party

Volunteer Appreciation Party in the Sunroad Pavilion for Challenged Sailors San Diego, January 18, 2020. 

The event opened with a moment of prayer for Tom Lipare, volunteer extraordinaire, who passed away in early January. 

Kevin Wixom and Doug Shaw were recognized for their dedication and hard work over many years.

Mike and Sylvia Swall were recognized for their long and tireless support of CSSD. They are the best!

Toni Turbyfill presented CSSD Volunteers and Sailors a wonderful Roaring Twenties catered meal of beef bourguignon, French Chicken casserole A La Normande, truffle pasta, wild rice pilaf, mashed potatoes, and creme brûlée.  Mmmmmmm!

Thank You Volunteers and Challenged Sailors everywhere.