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General Category => Crew Finder => Topic started by: Jackson on January 10, 2011, 12:52:55 PM

Title: New to the area. Need a boat, and a little instruction.
Post by: Jackson on January 10, 2011, 12:52:55 PM
Hello all.  I recently moved to Galveston and would love to find a boat to crew on through the winter, spring, and start of the summer.  I grew up sailing a laser and an old Hobie Cat on Lake Travis, as well as crewing recreationally on a Mustang 22.  I know the basics of sailing, but would not consider myself an "experienced" sailor.  I would love to race, just cruise, or both if possible, and learn how to sail properly along the way.  I am 28, athletic, and a quick learner.  Please let me know if you are interested or know of someone else who might be.   I can be contacted at 512-516-9180 or jaymjackson@gmail.com.  Thanks.
Title: Re: New to the area. Need a boat, and a little instruction.
Post by: ChrisK on January 14, 2011, 10:03:35 AM
You found the right place!  If you don't get a ride this week, at the very least, swing by the GBCA Clubhouse at Watergate Saturday (1/15) about 3.  Make a few contacts, have a drink or two. We're pretty easy going.

Skippers? We have some crew for you!
Title: Re: New to the area. Need a boat, and a little instruction.
Post by: edthemainsailguy on January 14, 2011, 05:56:39 PM
Jackson...you won't find a nicer crowd than the folks at a GBCA party....best place to race and best place to unwind post-race...
Title: Re: New to the area. Need a boat, and a little instruction.
Post by: Jackson on January 24, 2011, 05:21:50 PM
Just wanted to say thank you to everyone.  I was surprised at the response.  I have been out the last two weekends and had a great time.  I look forward to meeting everyone and continuing to be out on the water.  Thanks.

Jay
Title: Re: New to the area. Need a boat, and a little instruction.
Post by: ChrisK on January 25, 2011, 03:23:39 PM
Lucky for you Jay, you're in Galveston.

Clear Lake has a nice Wednesday Night Racing scene starting in April.
http://www.clearlakeracing.org/ (http://www.clearlakeracing.org/)

It will really get your skill level up, and a great mid-week break.
We race nearly half the year!

Getting a full crew can be tough on a weekdays, if you're available, it provides alot of opportunites.
Title: Re: New to the area. Need a boat, and a little instruction.
Post by: B Sailing/Alan Bates on March 16, 2011, 09:47:27 AM
How is your spring/summer shaping up?  Got sailing?
Title: Re: New to the area. Need a boat, and a little instruction.
Post by: Bee on March 16, 2011, 02:33:38 PM
He does.
Title: Re: New to the area. Need a boat, and a little instruction.
Post by: edthemainsailguy on March 16, 2011, 05:45:58 PM
Don't forget to Join GBCA!!