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With coaching from a powerboat expert you will move through the skills required for certification and build confidence operating a 29-40′ twinscrew powerboat in light to moderate conditions.

The course includes both hands-on instruction and theory to expand your seamanship knowledge and practical boat handling skills. Course topics include boat systems, engine and helm controls, docking and close quarter maneuvering, boat control in open water, anchoring, emergency procedures, VHF radio operation, charts and aids to navigation. This course is approved by NASBLA and US Powerboating. Students who successfully pass the written test and successfully complete the knowledge and skill requirements (see Certification Standards book) will receive a US Powerboating Basic Powerboat Operation and Cruising Certification and be eligible to apply for the California Boater Card. Course materials along with pre-course homework will be mailed to students ahead of time to allow you ample time to prepare for your class.

• Introduction to Powerboats or equivalent experience.
• Students must be 16 years of age or older
• Able to swim 50 yards.
• US Powerboating Safe Powerboat Handling Part 1 recommended
• Min 2- Max 4 students.
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Learn passage making, piloting and night operation”

This course is for experienced powerboaters seeking an overnight cruising and live aboard experience, and an Inshore Powerboat Cruising Certification.

The course will focus on the skills, knowledge and equipment needed to safely operate a cruising powerboat on a multiday, near coastal passage by day and night in unfamiliar waters.  Course topics include boat preparation, boat handling, close quarter maneuvers, navigation, provisioning, cruise planning and float plans, docking, anchoring, windlass use, picking up a mooring and crew overboard.

Your class begins with an introduction to vessel systems and equipment aboard prior to a short evening shake-down cruise.  Over the next two days you will gain valuable experience in planning voyages, explore various anchoring, mooring and docking techniques, and dealing with situations arising underway.  The course will revolve around destinations on either side of the San Pedro Channel such as LA/Long Beach Harbor, Dana Point, Newport Beach, Santa Catalina Island and Huntington Harbor.

A passing grade on both the written and practical test is required for certification.  Tests will be administered underway.  Course materials and pre-course homework will be available ahead of time to allow you ample time to prepare for your class.

Your course fee includes fuel, most study materials and certification.  A basic provisioning budget will be provided.  Navigation tools and charts, transportation, hotel and meals ashore are not included.

• Ability to swim 50 yards
• US Powerboating Basic Powerboat Cruising Certification
• Three or more days underway on a 30’ or longer powerboat.
• Coastal Navigation 1  strongly recommended for all students
• Min 2- Max 4 students

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Powerboat Cruising Course Description

24-hours of instruction in this private course, the powerboat cruising course teaches you how to responsibly operate a powered cruising vessel during daylight hours and within sight of land in light to moderate wind and sea conditions..

Certification requirements include successfully completing the following knowledge and skill requirements with confidence and safe command of the boat and in light to moderate conditions and stronger conditions with an awareness of limitations in these conditions.

Upon completion, you will be certified to safely operate a cruising powerboat of at least 26 feet in length.  No prerequisites for this course.

Course is divided into four 6-hour days according to your availability.

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• Includes fuel, boat, course materials, instructor, and insurance
• $4,500 for one person. Add a second person for an additional $1,900

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Preparation.

1. Recognize and obtain forecasts of local weather conditions. 2. Determine current and wind direction. 3. Check inventory, location and operation of U.S. Coast Guard required safety equipment. 4. Check the engine systems applicable to your boat: engine controls, mechanical and fluids daily checks, ventilation, and cooling. 5. Check electrical system applicable to your boat: main battery switch, electrical control panel, and batteries. 6. Check bilge pump system as applicable to your boat: operation of manual and electrical pumps, intake maintenance, and alarms. 7. Inspect anchoring system applicable to your boat: anchors, shackles, rodes, chafing equipment and windlass. 8. Operate a VHF radio including: operation of controls, channel usage, procedure words, weather channels, and a radio check. 9. Conduct pre-start procedure for engine and equipment used. 10. Put on a life jacket. 11. Pre-check all other equipment specific to your boat not indicated above. 12. Tie and state use of the following knots and line handling techniques: cleat hitch, bowline, round turn with two half-hitches, and coiling.

Docking and Close-Quarters Maneuvering

13. Use appropriate helmsman and crew coordination for departure suitable to the conditions: line handling, fending off and boathandling. 14. Use appropriate helmsman and crew coordination for arrival suitable to the conditions: deploying fenders, boathandling, stopping and tying up. 15. Maneuver in close quarters: speed and momentum control, windage and prop walk control, and command of the crew. 16. Start, stop and back the boat with appropriate shifting techniques. 17. Turn boat 180 degrees in close quarters. 18. Control the boat at minimum control speed using intermittent power. 19. Hold position at an anchored object bow into the wind and stern into the wind with minimal throttle actions.

Navigation (Piloting)

20. Identify Aids to Navigation in the harbor and local waters. 21. Identify chart symbols and corresponding visual observations.

Navigation Rules, International-Inland

22. Apply Navigation Rules while underway.

Boat Control in Open Water

23. Transition from displacement speed to high speed safely and in control. 24. Steer a compass course and a range with minimal rudder controls. 25. Turn safely at high speed. 26. Slow and stop the boat safely after operating at high speed.

27. Anchor the boat with appropriate scope. 28. Retrieve an anchor.

Emergency Procedures

29. Approach and recover safely a simulated person in the water. 30. Simulate procedure and operation of VHF radio in emergency situations.

Securing a Boat

31. Clean the boat; install any covers. 32. Set electrical and bilge systems for dock operation. 33. Secure locks, hatches, lockers, docklines and fenders.

1. Identify weather information sources. 2. Understand weather recognition and forecasting techniques for a day cruise. 3. Understand types, carriage and use requirements of life jackets. 4. Understand use of a float plan. 5. Understand applicable federal, state and local regulations. 6. Understand additional equipment appropriate for the boat and location. 7. Understand trip planning that includes consideration of distance, time and fuel consumption, and identifying local hazards. 8. Understand procedures for crew briefing, including how to move safely around a boat. 9. Understand proper fueling techniques and inherent dangers. 10. Understand the prevention, dangers and symptoms of cold water immersion and hypothermia. 11. Understand the dangers, symptoms and avoidance practices associated with carbon monoxide poisoning. 12. Understand the effects of drinking alcohol or using drugs while boating and the boating laws pertinent to operating a boat while under the influence. 13. Understand the prevention, symptoms and first aid treatment of heat emergencies, hypothermia and seasickness.

14. Be familiar with nomenclature for basic parts of the boat and engine. 15. Understand how to check battery voltage, and consumption and recharging.

Powerboat Theory

18. Understand basic powerboat hull shapes and how they affect turning. 19. Understand how wind and seas will affect handling. 20. Understand the concept of pivot point and turning radius.

21. Understand the differences and alternatives for leaving and returning in different wind and current directions. 22. Understand how to heave a line.

23. Understand Aids to Navigation (buoys, daymarks, regulatory marks and other marks) specific to your local waters.

24. Understand the concept of constant bearing and decreasing range to avoid collisions. 25. Understand basic Navigation Rules, International-Inland, for collision avoidance and appropriate sound signals. 26. Understand navigation light requirements for recreational boats. 27. Know divers flags and understand appropriate actions.

28. Understand the appropriate methods for handling significant waves and large wake. 29. Understand boat handling for adverse weather conditions and dangerous inlets.

30. Understand person in the water rescues, including: Race Track, Lifesling, Williamson Turn, constant visual contact, communications, rescue plan, sequence of maneuvers, boat handling. 31. Understand the dangers associated with approaching a person in the water. 32. Understand approved distress signals. 33. Understand appropriate methods for assisting a conscious person from the water. 34. Understand the procedure for anchoring in the event of engine and/or windlass failure. 35. Understand procedures after running aground. 36. Understand use of fire fighting equipment on board: regulations, types, location and operation. 37. Understand the requirement to render assistance to a boat in distress to the extent you are able. 38. Understand the boating accidents that require an accident report as well as how, when and where to file the report.

39. Understand anchoring procedures and appropriate amount of scope. 40. Understand types of anchors and their advantages and disadvantages. 41. Understand how to determine the required scope of an anchor rode.

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I couldn’t have been more lucky to be out on the water learning and experiencing sailing, power boating, rules of the water, and knots with such a great instructor. Kevin is very knowledgable and calm on the water. If you haven’t been on the water this would be the best way to start. Kevin has great people to help him out when needed. I never felt unsafe or uncomfortable. These courses gave me the confidence and skills to take my boat out.

Nothing but wonderful things to say about Kevin and his courses! Even though I have grown up on the water, he has taught me so many new things and given me the confidence to one-day soon own a boat of my own.

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If you’re looking for the best instruction on how to sail or operate a power boat, Kevin is your guy. Through his relaxed and calm demeanor and detailed instruction, I gained the confidence I needed to dock a boat and change tack to dodge the ferries. He will practice with you until it becomes second nature.

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Basic PowerBoat Cruising

The  Basic Powerboat Cruising course will teach you how to responsibly operate a powered cruising vessel during daylight hours within sight of land in light to moderate wind and sea conditions.

This course is run on our Sea Ray Sundancer 290 with twin inboard engines. It is equipped with overnight sleeping accommodation for 4, domestic systems and cooking facilities, bathroom with a shower and electronic navigation equipment including autopilot, chartplotter and radar. 

This comprehensive 3-day course takes place at our Homeport Marina location in Kirkland. Students who hold US SAILING Basic Cruising Certification can elect to take the 1.5 day class.

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3-Day Class: no pre-requisites.

1.5-day conversion class: US SAILING Basic Cruisin g

3-Day Class

• KSC Members $1195
• Non-members $1,595

1.5-Day Conversion Class

• KSC Members $895
• Non-members $1,295

Preparation

1. Recognize and obtain forecasts of local weather conditions. 2. Determine current and wind direction. 3. Check inventory, location and operation of U.S. Coast Guard required safety equipment. 4. Check the engine systems applicable to your boat: engine controls, mechanical and fluids daily checks, ventilation, and cooling. 5. Check electrical system applicable to your boat: main battery switch, electrical control panel, and batteries. 6. Check bilge pump system as applicable to your boat: operation of manual and electrical pumps, intake maintenance, and alarms. 7. Inspect anchoring system applicable to your boat: anchors, shackles, rodes, chafing equipment and windlass. 8. Operate a VHF radio including: operation of controls, channel usage, procedure words, weather channels, and a radio check. 9. Conduct pre-start procedure for engine and equipment used. 10. Put on a life jacket. 11. Pre-check all other equipment specific to your boat not indicated above. 12. Tie and state use of the following knots and line handling techniques: cleat hitch, bowline, round turn with two half-hitches, and coiling.

Docking and Close-Quarters Maneuvering

13. Use appropriate helmsman and crew coordination for departure suitable to the conditions: line handling, fending off and boathandling. 14. Use appropriate helmsman and crew coordination for arrival suitable to the conditions: deploying fenders, boathandling, stopping and tying up. 15. Maneuver in close quarters: speed and momentum control, windage and prop walk control, and command of the crew. 16. Start, stop and back the boat with appropriate shifting techniques. 17. Turn boat 180 degrees in close quarters. 18. Control the boat at minimum control speed using intermittent power. 19. Hold position at an anchored object bow into the wind and stern into the wind with minimal throttle actions.

Navigation (Piloting)

20. Identify Aids to Navigation in the harbor and local waters. 21. Identify chart symbols and corresponding visual observations.

Navigation Rules, International-Inland

22. Apply Navigation Rules while underway.

Boat Control in Open Water

23. Transition from displacement speed to high speed safely and in control. 24. Steer a compass course and a range with minimal rudder controls. 25. Turn safely at high speed. 26. Slow and stop the boat safely after operating at high speed.

27. Anchor the boat with appropriate scope. 28. Retrieve an anchor.

Emergency Procedures

29. Approach and recover safely a simulated person in the water. 30. Simulate procedure and operation of VHF radio in emergency situations.

Securing a Boat

31. Clean the boat; install any covers. 32. Set electrical and bilge systems for dock operation. 33. Secure locks, hatches, lockers, docklines and fenders.

Classroom Topics

1. Identify weather information sources. 2. Understand weather recognition and forecasting techniques for a day cruise. 3. Understand types, carriage and use requirements of life jackets. 4. Understand use of a float plan. 5. Understand applicable federal, state and local regulations. 6. Understand additional equipment appropriate for the boat and location. 7. Understand trip planning that includes consideration of distance, time and fuel consumption, and identifying local hazards. 8. Understand procedures for crew briefing, including how to move safely around a boat. 9. Understand proper fueling techniques and inherent dangers. 10. Understand the prevention, dangers and symptoms of cold water immersion and hypothermia. 11. Understand the dangers, symptoms and avoidance practices associated with carbon monoxide poisoning. 12. Understand the effects of drinking alcohol or using drugs while boating and the boating laws pertinent to operating a boat while under the influence. 13. Understand the prevention, symptoms and first aid treatment of heat emergencies, hypothermia and seasickness.

14. Be familiar with nomenclature for basic parts of the boat and engine. 15. Briefly describe the fuel and electrical systems; understand troubleshooting for common engine problems. 16. Understand the sequence for determining blocked engine cooling system circulation. 17. Understand how to check battery voltage, and consumption and recharging.

Powerboat Theory

18. Understand basic powerboat hull shapes and how they affect turning. 19. Understand how wind and seas will affect handling. 20. Understand the concept of pivot point and turning radius.

21. Understand the differences and alternatives for leaving and returning in different wind and current directions. 22. Understand how to heave a line.

23. Understand Aids to Navigation (buoys, daymarks, regulatory marks and other marks) specific to your local waters.

24. Understand the concept of constant bearing and decreasing range to avoid collisions. 25. Understand basic Navigation Rules, International-Inland, for collision avoidance and appropriate sound signals. 26. Understand navigation light requirements for recreational boats. 27. Know divers flags and understand appropriate actions.

28. Understand the appropriate methods for handling significant waves and large wake. 29. Understand boathandling for adverse weather conditions and dangerous inlets.

30. Understand person in the water rescues, including: Race Track, Lifesling, Williamson Turn, constant visual contact, communications, rescue plan, sequence of maneuvers, boathandling. 31. Understand the dangers associated with approaching a person in the water. 32. Understand approved distress signals. 33. Understand appropriate methods for assisting a conscious person from the water. 34. Understand the procedure for anchoring in the event of engine and/or windlass failure. 35. Understand procedures after running aground. 36. Understand use of fire fighting equipment on board: regulations, types, location and operation. 37. Understand the requirement to render assistance to a boat in distress to the extent you are able. 38. Understand the boating accidents that require an accident report as well as how, when and where to file the report.

39. Understand anchoring procedures and the appropriate amount of scope. 40. Understand types of anchors and their advantages and disadvantages. 41. Understand how to determine the required scope of an anchor rode.

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Basic Powerboat Cruising, Inland Cruising & Night Operations Endorsement

This 5-day Cruising Course includes – Basic Powerboating Cruising, Inshore Powerboat Cruising and Night Operations Endorsement, and combines classroom and on-the-water skill testing which will be conducted on a Sabre 36 Express, which meets and exceeds the minimum length of boat required for certification.

Course Module Overview

Basic powerboat cruising.

Responsibly operate a powered cruising vessel during daylight hours within sight of land in light to moderate wind and sea conditions.

Classroom topics and on-the-water instruction includes:

• Preparation
• Docking and Close-Quarters Maneuvering
• Navigation (Piloting)
• Navigation Rule (International Inland)
• Boat Control in Open Water
• Emergency Procedures
• Securing a Boat
• Powerboat Theory

Inshore Powerboat Cruising

Responsibly operate a cruising powerboat within sight of land for multiple days in unfamiliar waters. 

• Operations and Skills
• Docking and Mooring
• Navigation and Piloting

Night Operations Endorsement

Responsibly operate a cruising powerboat at night within sight of land. 

• Identify hazards to navigation and operation relevant for night operation.
• Brief crew on night operation, safety and procedures.
• Check functioning of navigation lights and flashlights.
• Prepare a float plan.
• Demonstrate an understanding of how on-board lighting affects night vision.
• Identify other vessel traffic.
• Identify Aids to Navigation.
• Perform a simulated person in the water rescue.
• Demonstrate the ability to leave or enter a harbor.

The course runs from Monday through Friday but is NOT an overnight course. The boat will return to dock at the end of each day. The schedule for the Night Ops portion will be determined by the instructor based on weather conditions throughout the week.

Upon completion of these Basic, Inshore Powerboat Cruising and Night Ops courses qualifies the student to apply for their International Proficiency Certificate (IPC) through US Sailing / Powerboating. https://shop.ussailing.org/international-proficiency-certificate.html .

Cost: $2,875.00 Per Student

A minimum of 3 students, and no more than 4 per class.

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This 5-day Cruising Course includes - Basic Powerboating Cruising, Inshore Powerboat Cruising and Night Operations Endorsement, and combines classroom and on-the-water skill testing.

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This 16-hour hands-on, on-the-water course is for anyone who wants to learn how to safely operate a small powerboat and improve their boat-handling skills. No previous experience is required! The US Coast Guard and the National Association of State Boating Law Administrators (NASBLA) have approved this course and an increasing number of states have recognized it as meeting their requirements for a State Boating Education Certificate.

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This course will teach you how to responsibly operate a powered cruising vessel during daylight hours within sight of land in light to moderate wind and sea conditions.

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By relevart , January 25, 2006 in River Cruising

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This is my first time with GCT and I was very disappointed when they said they were substituting a WWII memorial and Victory Park tour for a tour of the Kremlin and Armory Museum. We can take the Kremlin Armory tour for $60.00. The War Memorial and Victory Park tour was originally $45.00. They say it is because people didn't like the Kremlin and Armory Museum tour. It looks like a bait and switch to me. I can't imagine people not wanting to visit the Kremlin and Armory. If any of you have done this cruise I would be curious what you thought about these tours.

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We took the GCT Russian cruise two years ago. I would not go to Moscow without going inside the Kremlin and the Armory. I don't understand droping that tour from the trip.

We're on the GCT Moscow/St. Petersburg September 6th cruise and have gotten the notification about the tour changes. We were going to do both anyway, so it's just a higher cost.

Anyone else going on this date?

Believe me, no matter what do take the Kremlin tour. If you have no other possibility, I can recommend an excellent local guide for you. I am a Cruise/Tour Director for AVALON and we will have the Kremlin Armory included and this would never be replaced for something else, UNLESS there is an official event going on in the Kremlin on the date you are there. This is the only possibility. The Kremlin regularly closes the doors without good reason (visit of a foreign dignitary or so).

Check this with Granc Circle (that is your cruise company am I right?)

Thank you Heintje. If you could give me the local guide info if he is able to pick us up at the boat I would be grateful. My e-mail address is [email protected] . All the Grand Circle tours have been switched from the Kremlin so I don't know what the problem is.

The name of the guide is IRA, She has been my local guide several times, and is specialized in Kremlin and Armory (also the treasury). She is prefered guide for individual guests of some of Moscows top hotels. Her e-mail address is:[email protected]

When you write her, you can mention that you received her name and address through me: Hendrik Jan from Holland.

I will sent a copy of this message to your e-mail address.

Good luck and let me know if you managed to get in touch with her; [email protected]

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I am becoming less and less enamored with GCT as time goes on. I sent my Russian visa application to the agency GCT recommended the middle of January, after I called them and asked if I could send it early because I have a 31 day cruise on Orient Lines beginning 3/11. They said yes. Weekly calls and e-mails with promises to get it to me have not been much help. Finally, this week they said it would not be approved until the middle of March because GCT Russia is holding them up, I told them I had sent it to them early because I had an earlier cruise. So, for USD$100 they say I can get it back by March 1. When I e-mailed GCT they said that is why they sent out the Visa application so early. It looks to me like it doesn’t matter when they sent it out but GCT Russia is not going to send the applications in until the middle of March. I was also told by the agency that once the application is approved it would take two weeks for the Embassy in DC to put the Visa in the passport. If I miss my 31 day cruise I will not be happy and it is off to an attorney as I have done everything I can possibly do.

You may want to read the thread on the Frommers site about Grand Circle and their loss of Better Business Bureau Certification.

We have had both good and bad expeiences with GCT. Better to be informed.

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Spotlight on USA Paris 2024 Women

How did you first get involved with sailing?

Daniela Moroz

“I got into sailing through my parents who were long time windsurfers. I learned to kite surf when I was 12, and then got into racing at 13. I was immediately addicted to going fast on the water and wanted to learn new ways to get faster every day.”

Lara Dallman-Weiss

“I started sailing on White Bear Lake, MN with my dad. It was his passion and I just loved being on the water with him as a father daughter activity. I then took sailing lessons each summer and always raced around the Midwest, but I was actually more competitive in other sports – basketball, track, cross country, and dance, but sailing was a completely fun thing for me to do with friends. At the same time, it taught me valuable lessons like how to take care of my own boat, confidence from being on a race team with all boys, and racing skills, but it wasn’t until college that I focused all of my competitiveness on sailing.”

Erika Reineke

“I started sailing in the Optimist at age 8 out of the Lauderdale Yacht Club. My parents signed me up for summer camp and the rest is history!”

Dominique Stater

“I started sailing at age 12 while living in Argentina. My family lived close to the world’s widest river, Rio de la Plata, in Buenos Aires – a great place to sail. We would drive along the river on the way to school and see everyone windsurfing and kitesurfing and that launched my interest in windsurfing. My mom used to windsurf and found an instructor who taught me the basics. The instructor’s brother was Argentina’s Olympic windsurfing coach and he had a daughter my age. I trained and traveled with her to many regattas around the world at a young age, including the 2018 Youth Olympics.”

What has your experience been like as an elite female sailor?

“In the kite racing world, I always felt extremely supported by the whole community, even though I was one of very few women and the youngest racer by at least 5-10 years. Everyone was always willing to help and watch out for me. As I began competing more and got more exposure into the rest of the competitive sailing world, I began seeing more disparities with how women were treated in the sport both on and off the water. It is clear that sailing as a sport is behind in many ways with the various inequalities, however I believe there’s a big effort being made to progress with this issue. It is exciting that the 2024 Olympics will be the first time there will be gender equality in the sport of sailing, and I’m proud to be part of that.”

“My experience has been certainly eye opening at times. I’ve raced on many programs where I am the only female on the boat. I actually love being one of the guys, but after a few bad experiences I had a rule that I would always race on boats where at least one male knew me and would stand up for me. I am really enjoying the support network that has come about lately of incredible women supporting women. I want to do everything I can to keep transferring the knowledge I have and helping young girls fill the roles they are more than capable of!”

“It’s been such an incredible experience. I love competition and trying to constantly better myself, and being able to do that in sailing is a blessing. Each year I learn more about the sport and continue to fall even more in love with it all.”

“Competing against the world’s best sailors has been exciting and busy – I’m on the go all the time. I’ve been living out of a suitcase for the past two years and have raced mostly international events in France, Italy, and Spain. It’s been rewarding to improve from regatta to regatta over this relatively short period.”

Who is a woman in your life or in the world of women’s sports who inspires/motivates you?

“I am very lucky to have many incredible female role models to look up to in my life. From my mom, to family friends, to my competitors – I’m proud to be one of them. I’m inspired by how they continue to be themselves while also evolving in their respective industries.”

“I’m constantly inspired by the women of the A3 Americans Cup team (especially Linda Lindquist who helped me through a tough injury in 2022). The more women of that generation I get to know and hear stories from forever humbles me and I’m grateful for how they have lead the way for my group of gals. They wear so many hats: sailors, business women, volunteers, and the part I love the most is the bond they all have where they call on each other constantly. That’s something I strive for.”

“Serena Williams. Her passion, drive, and dedication come alive when she’s on the court. Watching her play her heart out is beautiful and inspiring.”

“I find the Williams sisters inspiring. Their dedication, drive, and overcoming adversity shows that strong work habits and persistence leads to success.”

If you could give a message to other women and girls in sailing, what would you tell them?

“I want other women and girls in sailing to enjoy the process and all the ups and downs of whatever journey they are on. There will always be tough moments and days, but those are taking you one step closer to a really good day or a success! So keep working hard and enjoy what you’re doing.”

“Stay curious. If you’re given an answer that doesn’t seem right, keep seeking the truth until you find what you’re looking for! And trust your gut – we have such amazing intuitions as women and incredible feel; it’s a superpower so let it shine!”

“Things that are meant for you will come if you work hard and continue to stay curious about the sport. As soon as you think you know it all or deserve something, you’ve lost. Always ask questions, push yourself to learn, and be creative.”

“Progress is never linear, there will be ups and downs along the way. You have to push through the down times to appreciate the best times.”

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