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Capt. Dave's Tips

What a Year we have planned for 2005.  A lot that I can't even talk about yet because we're still working on it.  For those who would like to meet at Dave and Buster's Friday night 1/14, that is the next Comedy Act night at the Gwinnett location.  The Windsong staff will be working the boat show so don't expect to see many of us there.  In the past we've really enjoyed these events and expect that in February we'll attend again.  Contact Dave & Buster's Special Events for more info. I'll be brief this month due to all the work yet to be done for the Boat Show, so I'll close with this tip.  Take a moment each and every day and ask yourself the following question.  What have I done today to make the world and the lives of those around me better?  As your list grows long, so will the happiness and good fortune that comes your way.  Sometimes we each become too focused on our own agendas and forget that as kindness and good favors go around their worth is multiplied and eventually it all comes back your way. Go do something TODAY to make a difference, no matter how small or insignificant.  It may be a life's breath to someone else, you may never know! HECK, just bring 'em along sailing one weekend.  Let nature do the rest!

Warning To Returning Students: If you don't already have outings booked through July you should seriously consider doing so now as the annual boat show generally produces bookings as far in advance as August each year.

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·     “The World Is My Play Ground Too; Women Under Sail!”
Sailing is often viewed as a “Guy” thing.  Come hear the truth about sailing from a wife and mother who will share the Woman’s view of adventuring around the world to countries that most can’t even pronounce, much less locate on a globe.  When you're off sailing in remote destinations and your boat breaks down, who you gonna call? Many around the world call world cruiser and renowned speaker Pam Wall, Outfitting Manager for West Marine for support and supplies.  Thanks to West Marine for flying Pam up from Ft Lauderdale exclusively for Windsong to share her truly inspiring stories of travels to remote destinations and hear the stories, challenges, beauties and truths from the female perspective.

·     “Family Sailing, Kids In Tow”
You've read their stories hosted by our web site for months.  Now you can come meet them in person!  We’ve all dreamed of packing up the family, leaving “Corporate America” and setting out for destinations over the horizon.  Few feel they ever reach an opportunity in life to experience such an adventure.  Come hear and see the story of a family that did just that, with twin 4-yr olds!  “Life” is what occurs while we’re trying to plan one.  Join us to hear the story of our long term delivery captain Pierre Russell and his wife Kim tell their story as they searched for and acquired an appropriate sailing vessel and planned their escape to live the dream!  Anyone who has contemplated taking the entire family to sea will appreciate the stories and advice they have to offer resulting from 18 months living aboard their Lord Nelson 41 while sailing the east coast of North America. 

·     “Just My Son and I; Sailing”
The perception that adventure sailing requires a large crew is dispelled by a single father who decides to sever ties with the “Regular Pay Check” and spend time with his teenage son for a year; sailing.  Come follow the adventures and challenges mastered by Windsong senior student Bill Rountree and his son Robert as they enjoy quality time afloat that anyone would envy.  As demonstrated by their successes, the Windsong programs can make it possible for those determined to realize their dreams! Come enjoy their story as they depart the east coast of North America and journey into the Bahamas.

·     “I Can’t Stop Dancing; An Annual Black Boater’s Party!”
You don’t have to be a sailor to go sailing!  You don’t even have to know how to swim! The annual Black Boater’s Summit held in the British Virgin Islands is a party not to be missed!  There are quiet moments and socializing bashes that bring together fun loving folks from all regions.  There are power boats, mono-hulls, multi-hulls and lots of dancing!  Did we mention food?  Yes, if you’re seeking adventure combined with some of the worlds best sailing anchorages you don’t want to miss this presentation about the 2005 expedition.

The speaker sessions will be conducted in the "Seminar" room to the far right end of the exhibition hall.  There should be a large RED lettered banner over the entrance doors to the area.  Although admission tickets into the boat show are not required to attend these seminars, I'm sure that following this event everyone will want to enter the main show floor to see this year's 2005 sailboats and drop by our booth on the exhibition floor.

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Thanks!
I'd like to take this opportunity to thank all our students for their loyal support through the season(s) and encourage everyone to bring one new friend along each year as you sail.  As we grow and expand our operation, we want to make our products and services available to all who may be interested, but some one has to make the introduction.  Share the love of your sport with those who may be interested in our unique collection of programs. You'll be glad you did and so will they!