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FROM THE HELM
By Bob Osborn, SV Pandora, President SDSA
WHAT DOES THE FUTURE HOLD IN THE WAKE OF BERYL?
In late June hurricane Beryl tore a swath of destruction through the southeast Caribbean, the strongest early season hurricane ever recorded. Her path, through parts of Grenada and the Grenadines, leveled nearly every structure on several islands and caused massive damage to boats that did not leave the area. The unprecedented power of Beryl, so early in the season, was a result of record high sea temperatures, a trend that is forecasted to continue in the coming years.
As Beryl approached, nearly 200 cruising boats headed south to Trinidad from Grenada and the Grenadines with the hope of getting out of harm’s way. Many returned north after the storm passed to deliver relief supplies to those who lost everything.
We have all seen photos of the hundreds of cruising boats that were washed ashore or sunk, and those that were hauled and tied down did not fare much better. Several Salty Dawg members lost their boats and news of exorbitant fees being charged to assist in salvage continue to surface.
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BREAKING NEWS
 OCTOBER 5-7: MIDWEST RENDEZVOUS
Come to Stream's End on Waloon Lake, Petoskey, Michigan for the Midwest Rendezvous, hosted by Joddy and Matt Perry (sv Exuberant)! Activities and fun are guaranteed. And (of course) Salty Dawg camaraderie.
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SDSA FOUNDERS AWARD
Purpose: To recognize the contribution of an individual or individuals that most embody the spirit of “Sailors Helping Sailors”.
Description: The Salty Dawg Sailing Association, as it is now known, was founded by Bill and Linda Knowles with the goal of helping Sailors build blue water sailing skills and to foster the spirit of “sailors helping sailors”.
Nominations will be accepted through the end of August and should be sent to [email protected]
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OFFSHORE SAFETY AT SEA: SEPTEMBER 22, PORT JEFFERSON, NY 
SDSA will be hosting US Sailing's Offshore Safety at Sea course.
Why take a US Sailing Safety at Sea Course?
Ever wonder what you would do if someone fell overboard from your boat? Do you have a plan to deal with heavy weather if you can't reach a safe harbor? Are you selecting emergency equipment but not sure what to buy? This one-day course is intended for crew members of offshore races, long-distance cruisers, and any sailor wanting to improve his/her sailing skills.
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GO GREEN WITH THE SALTY DAWGS!
Are you passionate about protecting our oceans and marine habitats? Do you hate to see waste plastics washing up on beaches? We are looking for a couple of volunteers to help us adopt best practices from Sailors for the Sea at our Hampton events this fall.
Contact [email protected] for more information
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DOWNEAST RALLY, 2024
Written by Tim Zimmermann, Laughing Gull
I am a new Salty Dawg, with ambitions to sail with the Dawgs to Antigua this winter, and across the Atlantic to the Azores next summer. So I thought it would be fun to join the Downeast Rally, to experience the Salty Dawg vibe, see how a Rally unfolds, and meet some Dawgy boats and their crews.
The Downeast Rally starts with an early July passage from Hampton, VA to Newport, RI. That’s a modest 3-4 day offshore leg, and a good way for newer cruisers to spend some time at sea, and gain some experience. From Newport, the fleet sails north to Rockland, Maine, and from Rockland there is a mini-cruise through Maine waters.
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ONE DESIGN SAILING IN MAINE
 
It seems that almost every harbor in Maine has its own fleet of classic, lovingly maintained one-design sailboats. As summer communities were established along the coast in the late 1800’s and early 1900’s, they established yacht clubs and commissioned fleets for their members. Many of them claim to have “one of the oldest” fleets in the country, although that distinction must surely belong to North Haven Casino, whose North Haven Dinghy Class was founded in 1887. All of these classes race actively and see heavy use by junior sailing programs. While it seems impossible to discern differences between some fleets, such as the Boothbay Harbor One Design, Christmas Cove 21 and Hodgdon Brothers 21, don’t dare to question the uniqueness of each design!
 
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Q&A with Arno Chrispeels: Navigating International Health Insurance for Sailors and Cruisers
Diane MacDonald-Mackenzie spoke with Arno Chrispeels of International Health Insurance Solutions
 Q: Can you tell us a little about your background and how you developed a passion for sailing?
I grew up in San Diego, California, and started sailing when I was 10 years old at the Mission Bay Aquatic Center. I eventually became an assistant instructor at their summer camp and then raced FJ’s for one season at University of California Santa Cruz. Ever since I first stepped foot on a keelboat, I’ve been fascinated by the idea of being able to sail anywhere in the world. Though my cruising experiences have been pretty limited and only along the west coast of the US, I am planning to purchase a boat and start cruising within the next two years.
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SET SAIL WITH THE SALTY DAWGS!
Join us for a rally or a rendezvous! Here's what's coming up:
Caribbean Rally: Departures from Hampton VA and Newport RI for points south. Learn More
January Jump to the Bahamas: This rally allows cruisers to stay home for the holidays, and still enjoy a warm winter in the Bahamas. Learn More
Azores Rally: Set sail on an unforgettable adventure across the Atlantic! Learn More
Midwest Rendezvous: October 5-7. Learn More
Annapolis Rendezvous: October 10. Learn More
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THIS MONTH IN PICTURES
DelMarVa Rally
  
DownEast Rally
 
 
 
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MEET THE DAWGS: Cindy Levy-Petelinkar, Luffin Life
 Boat Length and Type: 2015 Beneteau Oceanis 48
Home Port: Rock Hall, MD
Where are you now?: Sailing the Chesapeake this summer, prepping the boat for the new January rally to the Bahamas.
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