ASA101

[mark rocco mont]

Well i completed my first ASA101 class this past week end in Southport NC.....it was the best time ever... great instructor and crew....so now i need to get out on a boat with some one who is experiences....my location is Wilmington NC if any one out there would like an extra hand i would appreciated much...I'm willing to do any kind of work!....yes i would love to have my own boat but i really want to be comfortable taking one out by my self before buying one....so any one feel free to call me or get back to me on CF.....with any ideas as to were and what to do next...i know this is what i want to do... dreamed about this for a long long time...going to the classes was the first step... i just want to keep the ball rolling thank you to you all
Mark

[S/V Illusion]

The best way to gain proficiency is to join a sailing club.

[mark rocco mont]

Originally Posted by S/V Illusion

The best way to gain proficiency is to join a sailing club.

S/V...I got in touch with two sailing clubs here in Wilmington.... looks like i need to know some one before i can get my foot in the door...i just sent an e-mail to another club so i will wait to hear from them....just want to sail and learn.....so if you have any specific place in mind please let me know.....i really thought it would be a little easier in joining a club...

[LTDsailing]

Another good way to get out on the water is to crew on a race boat. Find out when the local beer can races are held, show up looking like you are ready to go sailing (gloves, shoes, light jacket) and a six pack of good beer to share. Boats almost always need crew and it will get you out on the water on a regular basis.

When you are ready for your next sailing class, check out LTD Sailing!

Have fun!

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[OldFrog75]

What about the club where you obtained your 101, or was that a school only?

As others have already told you, a sailing club or crewing on races is the best way. I'm on the other coast so not much help I'm afraid.

Good luck!

[Greenhand]

There are (at least) two different kinds of clubs:
-yacht clubs, which are primarily geared toward owners. It sounds like this is the kind of club you have contacted.
-sailing clubs, which are primarily geared toward day charters. These often have a service for members to get together and share a day charter.

[mark rocco mont]

Thank you all for your input...i will continue to look around....I'm very positive that i will find some thing...mark