In this issue:

ASI now offering Caribbean sailing!

ASI has partnered with Sandals to offer sailing classes NOW on the tropical island of Loof Lirpa*!

 

Where's Loof Lirpa? This little-known island, off the tail end of the Windward Islands, is off the usual tourist track. But in an effort to boost tourism, ASI and Sandals are now offering a week of sailing instruction, accommodations, meals, beverages and round-trip air for only $400 per week! There is an additional discount for instructors. Call now for class schedule, if you're interested!

 

*see below

It is sharp and upgraded and most of you missed it - - Joan Swain

I had read that it might be displayed at this past Saturday's 70/30 meeting.  I was curious to see it, as I knew it had been in the works for a few years.  But while I wasn't sure it was truly going to appear, I enjoyed  the tasty buffet and company of fellow ASI members.  All this happened as once again Kathy Chrzanowski graciously opened her comfortable home to host the event.   

Over in one area, John Tiley was fussing with his laptop.  He said that while he, with mainly David Ei's help, had been working on it for quite some time, though it still wasn't ready for prime time, he wanted to share what was nearly done.   Well, it was impressive.  The only disappointment in the evening for me was that so many of you missed seeing it.  

So, what's so sharp and upgraded?  Our new website.  I think you'll be as pleased and impressed as I and will agree that a huge thank you goes to John and David......but since you missed the 70/30 meeting, you'll have to wait longer than I to see it.

Tell the board what you think - - Paul Rosetti

ASI Office closure announcement - - Lisa Drumm

 The ASI office closed Tuesday, March 25 and will re-open at 9am on Wednesday, April 2.  Thank you for your patience and understanding while I’m away.  I look forward to assisting you upon my return.

 

Lisa. ASI Sail Secretary

Prepping of Interlakes delayed - - Don Sharpe

Due to the poor road conditions leading to Crawford Farm and also the soupy soil conditions at the Crawford Farm we have delayed the start of prepping the Interlakes.  The heavy snow cover this past winter has taken it toll on the dirt roads and the Interlake storage area. 

 

The Maintenance Team will monitor the situation and and notify the membership via the Burgee of a date when we can start prepping the Interlakes. Most likely start date is Saturday April 12, barring extreme weather conditions.

New website is 'live'! - - John Tiley

You will see a whole new look to our web site with all new menus this week. We are very excited with the new site and new features.

 

We thank all the people that in one way or another made this site possible and contributed content or graphics or feedback. We expect adjustments and improvements to continue this season, so expect to see changes.

 

We will inform you what your passwords are soon, in a private email. Several pages are protected. We invite you to submit content or request content to be added.

 

John M Tiley & David Ei  fungisdad@aol.com

General Sail Meetings - - Claire Zepeda

 

Thanks to a generous donation from Mark Hutchins (a former ASI member), attendees of the March General Sail Meeting participated in a Silent Auction. Mark recently moved out of the area and he donated his gently used sailing equipment to ASI. With some organizational assistance from Marilyn Leece and Jack Townsend,  a Silent Auction was held at the meeting which resulted in a $275 cash donation to ASI. Thank you Mark!!!

 

 

 

 

Come one, come all! Think Sailing! Think Spring!! 

Keelboat commissioning - - Marilyn Leece

Please join us for the 2014 KEELBOAT COMMISSIONING !

 

SCHEDULE : (All dates are weather permitting
Boat Captains : Please arrive @ 08:45 

Saturday 04/05/14
09:00-16:00 Shrink wrap removal, boat prep.

Saturday 04/12/14
09:00-16:00
Wax hulls, bottom painting, clean boats .

Saturday 04/19/14
09:00-16:00
Complete work as needed

Tuesday 04/22/14
LET'S DO LAUNCH!
2 masts to be stepped.
08:00-  ?

Saturday 04/26/14
09:00-16:00
Tune rigging, engine checks, bend sails .

The boats are currently across from the lift (Approximately the same location as last year) Entry code is: 0374

L 3/4 MEMBERS: IF YOU ARE PLANNING TO ATTEND THIS SAT. 04/5/14:
Please contact Tom Baker
Level 3/4 Maintenance Director by phone, text , or email at:
   Cell: (313) 319-2681
   fayetomb@aol.com    or     trbaker007@yahoo.com

  General Questions? 

Please contact Marilyn Leece Sailrmare@gmail.com   (313) 618-1188

Sign up now for the 2014 Advanced Level 1 sailing class!

ASI’s advanced Level-1 sailing class completed another successful season in 2013, with a full roster of 10 students and some very positive student feedback on the curriculum, which continues to improve. The 2014 advanced L1 sailing class is now open for prospective students to reserve a spot.

 

The purpose of the class is to build on basic ASI L1 instruction to take students to the next level of sailing skill and confidence. Content includes reinforcement of key concepts taught in basic L1, instruction on more advanced techniques and controls (including flying a spinnaker), and sharing of practical tips in a wide variety of sailing topics. This class does not cover racing rules, techniques, or tactics. Some potential students include capable rated L1 sailors, new L1 instructors, L1 racing students, future L2 students, and even L2 or above sailors who would like to refresh or strengthen their basic understanding of sailing concepts. You must have paid your 2014 dues, be up to date on volunteer hours, and be rated to take the class. Unless you have significant sailing experience prior to joining ASI, I recommend taking this class only after you have completed at least one full season as a rated L1 sailor.

 

The class will be taught at Kent Lake 5 times this year, with 2 students per class date. Class time is spent roughly half at the dock and half on the water over a 7-8 hour period. The cost is $35 paid in advance to the Sail Secretary.

 

Class dates are: Sunday, May 25th, Sunday, June 15th, Saturday, July 5th, Sunday, September 14th or Sunday, September 28th.

 

If you are interested in taking the class, please send an email to:

Steve Poulos at stepoulos@yahoo.com with a copy to our sail secretary,

Lisa Drumm, at secretary@sailasi.org.

 

Include the following information:

• Full name and current rating

• Confirm you have paid your 2014 dues and volunteer hours are up to date

• Years since you were rated L1, as of January 1st, 2014

• List of all class dates that will work for you, in order or preference (first, most preferred)

 

Responses will be prioritized by the order in which I receive your email request for each open class date. Based on the responses I get, I will fill out and publish an initial student roster in the Burgee before the end of April and will contact selected students so that they may confirm their position and pay the fee to the sail secretary, holding their spot. Please do not pay until I have confirmed your spot via email. There are no refunds and you must pay the fee within 7 calendar days of being confirmed by me that you are on the student list or your spot will be released to the next interested student.

 

Several potential students who could not find spots last year have already expressed interest in this year’s class informally, so I would encourage you to respond soon via email before these few class dates fill up.

 

Thanks, Steve Poulos, Adv. L1 Instructor 

The winners of the Fog Dog award - - Claire Zepeda

Congratulations to our two very deserving Fog Dog recipients: Don Sharpe and John Tiley!!!

 

Booty and Swag deals!

Keel Boat Coordinators Needed!

Thanks to Tom Langelier for stepping up and volunteering to be Maintenance Captain for Interlude.  More help is needed...please consider becoming more involved with your club. It is fun and rewarding. The following are available:

 

Level 2 Manager- Work with the maintenance team and Level 4 Managers to coordinate level 2 keel boat prep, launch, oversee timeshares and float plans.

Level 2 Maintenance Manager- Coordinate Level 2 maintenance activities and boat improvements.

 

If interested or need more details, please call Suzanne Benloucif at 734-276-0569 or email sbenlouc@umich.edu.

1. go to the website:   MeetUp.com,
2. In the grey search bar at the bottom of the screen, search for “Sailing” within 25 (or 50) miles of your home and
3. you should see our ASI MeetUp thumbnail, click on it.

Sailing Turquoise Waters? Maybe next winter?

A Caribbean sailing week is being considered for late January/early February 2015. This is not an ASI sponsored trip, but an attempt to organize a week for anyone who might be interested.

 

We are considering USVI and/or BVI.  Do you have a preference?  Are you interested in being a captain or crew?  We normally do the last week in January to get good weather and keep costs down (pre-prime time). 

 

Are you interested?  E-mail and let us know: bviusvi2015@gmail.com

A few more things - - Don Caley

Whatever happened to Preparations A through G?

 

 

Please send your Burgee input to asidon@comcast.net for inclusion in an upcoming Burgee. Sail hearty and often, and don't let your jib luff!

 

*spell it backwards!