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The Community Sailing Center relies heavily on the skills, enthusiasm and time donated by the community. There is a lot of work to be done and volunteers do not have to have a great deal of sailing skills or experience.

You know you will be making a difference to us, and to the kids and adults that come and sail and paddle at the Center. It is also a great way to learn some skills by doing them: for example a sailor who was interested in racing but never had, volunteered on the race committee of our JY regatta, learned tons and we hope to see him behind the line this year. We also had a new sailor consolidate her own skills by helping the Waterfront Coordinator on a busy weekend by checking people's boats for plugs, proper rigging etc. That was great for us and she definitely now knows how to rig a boat.

We are looking for people to help with the following tasks:

• Race Committee (experience not necessary)
• Waterfront Coordinating (on busy midsummer weekends)
• Boat Maintenance
• Building Projects/Facility Upgrading: usually basic carpentry
• Open House and Special Event setup
• Opening Season work party
• Dock Maintenance
• Closing Season work parties
• Promotions, Marketing
• Fundraising/Grant writing

The Mates Program

Want to sail for free this summer? Our mates program offers unlimited rentals and sailing lessons for the season. In exchange we ask that you devote at least 40 hours of service to the sailing center. As a mate, you will work in a group and on independent projects ranging from waterfront coordination to grounds keeping. A two day sailing class is offered and a half day of training is required. This is a great way to meet new people, provide a valuable service to the center and get out on the lake this summer.

If you or anyone you know may be interested in volunteering with us, please This e-mail address is being protected from spam bots, you need JavaScript enabled to view it , Program Director.

Thank you, we can't do this without your help!