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SCUTTLEBUTT 3114 - Wednesday, June 16, 2010
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CELEBRATING THE SPIRIT OF SAILING
Imagine...the whole world sailing June 19, 2010. Summer Sailstice is a
global holiday celebrating sailing held annually on the Saturday closest to
the summer solstice, the longest sailing days of the year. For the tenth
year, an organized effort led by John Arndt is encouraging people to get on
the water, and is willing to bribe them to do so. Summer Sailstice
participants simply register, go sailing and automatically become eligible
to win one of over 400 prizes from event supporters, from a yacht charter
with The Moorings to sailing gear from their favorite marine suppliers.
"When I first heard of Summer Sailstice I thought it was a great idea.
Obviously sailing has been a big part my life and the Summer Sailstice
holiday is a great way to celebrate what sailing has meant to all of us.
I've sailed on all kinds boats and regardless of the type of boat, it's
always great to be on the water under sail. It doesn't matter what you sail
- a windsurfer or a wooden classic, there should be a day where we all get
out on the water and connect on a day dedicated just to sailing." - Peter
Holmberg, Silver Medalist and three-time America's Cup Helmsman
"When I started sailing as a youth it was all about voyages of discovery and
exploring. The Summer Sailstice concept of letting all sailors participate
with their own sailing adventure is a terrific way to involve all sailors in
a common celebration. From mega yacht to sailing dinghy, we all love to get
on the water under sail. We should all join in a holiday celebrating the
spirit of sailing." - Ron Holland, Yacht Designer
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