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LIVING THE BOATING LIFESTYLE - BEGINNER TO ADVANCED

By | Katherine Stone

I

JOIN A
BOATING
CLUB

n my lifetime I have been a member
of 5 yacht clubs. There were big differences. The one that I grew up at,
is where I learned to sail and to drive a
motorboat. The second one didn't have
a clubhouse. All we did was race off the
beach. The third one was a self-help club,
with a clubhouse. The fourth one has
a clubhouse, pool and wonderful winter activities. Finally, the fifth one only
has a pavilion, but offers access to great
cruising. The one thing that they all have
in common is camaraderie. They were
places where I could socialize, learn from
other boaters and make life-long friends
who shared the same passion for being out
on the water.
The most important thing to remember
is that there are boating clubs, yacht clubs,
sailing clubs and marinas. They all offer
different choices, amenities, activities and
experiences. You just need to find the right
one to fit your lifestyle and your needs,
whether you are an individual, couple,
or a family. What interests you? Do you
want to learn to sail, learn how to operate
a powerboat, race, cruise, fish, swim, grab

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a quick snack, or dine at a fine restaurant?
All these choices are available.
Joining one of these organizations provides wonderful benefits whether you own
a boat or not.

CAMARADERIE
The number one reason that boaters
join a club is for social activities and
fellowship with like-minded and experienced boaters who can help them begin
their boating experience. Many extol the
wonderful family threads that have kept
generations continuing to enjoy water
sports with family and friends who share
the same passion.
EDUCATION AND INFORMATION
Boating clubs can offer what are probably the most important and beneficial
things; education and facilities. Sail training, as well as other boating-related topics
can be a big plus. Want to learn how to
repair your engine, navigate in unfamiliar
waters, pick stunning cruising grounds,
learn about new boat accessories, provision your boat for long trips, winterize

CANADIAN YACHTING | FEBRUARY 2021

your systems, or learn about the Racing
Rules of Sailing? Not only during the
summer, but also in the winter months
when the boats are covered in snow, boating clubs offer all manner of courses and
seminars.

BOATING:
the leisurely activity of
travelling by boat, or the
recreational use of a boat
whether powerboats,
sailboats, or man-powered
vessels (such as rowing and
paddle boats), focused on
the travel itself, as well as
sports activities, such as
fishing or waterskiing. It
is a popular activity, and
there are millions of boaters
worldwide.



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AT THE HELM: BEGINNING ANOTHER YEAR OF BIG CHANGES
TRAVEL DESTINATION : SALT SPRING ISLAND WITH GOURMET FOOD AND DRINK
POWER REVIEW: NEPTUNUS 750 ENCLOSED FLYBRIDGE
SAIL REVIEW: DUFOUR 430 GRAND LARGE
POWER REVIEW: WORLD CAT 280 DC-X
SPECIAL FEATURE: WE PICK 30 OF THE MOST EXCITING BOATS FOR 2021
THE PORT HOLE: FEBRUARY 2021
JOIN A BOATING CLUB
BOATING SKILLS FOR NOVICE TO ADVANCED BOATERS
START BOATING THE EASY WAY WITH FREEDOM BOAT CLUB
CROSSING THE LINE: OF COURSE: SOME LESSER-KNOWN EDUCATIONAL OPPORTUNITIES
Canadian Yachting February 2021 - Intro
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Canadian Yachting February 2021 - AT THE HELM: BEGINNING ANOTHER YEAR OF BIG CHANGES
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Canadian Yachting February 2021 - TRAVEL DESTINATION : SALT SPRING ISLAND WITH GOURMET FOOD AND DRINK
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Canadian Yachting February 2021 - POWER REVIEW: NEPTUNUS 750 ENCLOSED FLYBRIDGE
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Canadian Yachting February 2021 - SAIL REVIEW: DUFOUR 430 GRAND LARGE
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Canadian Yachting February 2021 - POWER REVIEW: WORLD CAT 280 DC-X
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Canadian Yachting February 2021 - JOIN A BOATING CLUB
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Canadian Yachting February 2021 - BOATING SKILLS FOR NOVICE TO ADVANCED BOATERS
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Canadian Yachting February 2021 - START BOATING THE EASY WAY WITH FREEDOM BOAT CLUB
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