[MN-at-Large] FW: Twin Cities Blind Sailing

[David Andrews]

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>Although this activity is not connected to our affiliate, I know 
>that some of our members in other states have participated in 
>sailing.  Therefore, I forward the note below for those who may be interested.
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>Best regards,
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>Steve Jacobson, President
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>National Federation of the Blind of Minnesota
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>From: Katy Boyd <kboyd at twincitiesblindsailing.org>
>Sent: Friday, April 28, 2023 10:52 AM
>To: president at nfbmn.org
>Subject: Twin Cities Blind Sailing
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>Hello, my name is Katy Boyd.  I just moved here from Boston where I 
>sailed with the Boston Blind Sailing group.  I am in the midst of 
>starting Twin Cities Blind Sailing.
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>I am working with two yacht clubs (Minneapolis Sailing Center and 
>Wayzata Yacht Club) to provide a place to practice.  There will be 
>volunteer/trained guides that will assist each crew.  The 
>blind/visually impaired sailors will be taught everything about the 
>boat and how to sail.  This is hands on.  Below is what each yacht 
>club would look like.
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>Minneapolis Sailing Center:
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>The Cruising group out of Twin Cities Blind Sailing will be at this 
>yacht club.  The first practice will be held June 3rd from 9:30-12 
>(every other Saturday).  This will go at each person's pace and 
>focus on just learning how to sail.
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>Wayzata Yacht Club:
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>The Racing group out of Twin Cities Blind Sailing will be held 
>there.  They will meet every Wednesday starting June 14th from 5:30 
>pm - 8 pm.  This group will be focused on racing (no experience 
>needed).  They will be able to travel and compete in 
>regattas.  Maybe next year we will host a regatta at this location.
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>Looking into having a clinic or something once during the winter too.
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>I would like to get the word out and hope that people will come out 
>and enjoy what I fell in love with in Boston.  Both yacht clubs are 
>very excited to get this started.  Feel free to reach out to me with 
>any questions, and I am working on having a website up soon.  My 
>number is 781-910-1101.
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