The first 2 days
there was the YOTS seminar. It was very successful with
4 29'ers training, 6 Lasers, 14 Radials, 20 Optis and 16
Bytes. Every group worked on boat specific skills such as
tacking, starting and rigging. The optimist sailors improved
their sailing without rudder techniques, taking down the
sprit pole as well as mast, balancing on the gunwale and
all kinds of other fun things in the boat during the no
wind day on Friday. The practice race took place in no wind,
but all the sailors enjoyed the experience and go tot know
coaches from all the 4 provinces.
The regatta started Saturday with very little wind. The
Lasers, Radials and Byte sailors sailed a few races before
lunch. After lunch the wind improved and all the classes
were on the water. Saturday night was really good with b-b-qed
steaks and John Russell's presentation to all the sailors.
The last day gave us nice wind in the morning and we all
sailed until noon when the wind died. Every sailor, coach
and parent enjoyed the great hospitality of both Lake Wabamun
YC and Calgary YC. There were many winners in the regatta
but all the sailors won by improving their skills.
Next year's Western 16 and under Championship will take
place in Saskatchewan. For results go to www.sail123.com.
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