rookie sailor

fsuhre · Post by **fsuhre** » Mar 2nd, '08, 18:34

My initial post. And a hardy thankyou to the members of this discussion group. What a fabulous resource for a rookie sailor like myself. I became the proud owner of a CD27, hull #101 (previously named MAI PEN LIA, now Gabrielle) a couple of years ago (Mar 2006). For the 2006-2007 seasons Gabrielle primarily performed day-sailing duties on the Chesapeake Bay near Solomons MD. as her new skipper relearned how to sail. Hopefully the 2008 season will include a few multiday excursion. More later.

Paul D. · Post by **Paul D.** » Mar 2nd, '08, 20:09

Bart,

Welcome to the board! Hope all goes well and let us know what questions and advice you have.

Paul

Dean Abramson · Post by **Dean Abramson** » Mar 2nd, '08, 22:33

Bart,

Congrats on the boat! You will find plenty of folks happy to respond to questions. Welcome aboard.

Dean

Sea Owl · Post by **Sea Owl** » Mar 2nd, '08, 22:40

Bart;

Please write in and say the "T" word (Baby Frog...) - Spring is coming, and I could use a Guiness from Sea Hunt!

Welcome aboard, and remember - everyone on this board had to learn to sail at some point. Some of us just started a lot later!

Warm regards.

wingreen · Post by **wingreen** » Mar 4th, '08, 20:18

...and welcome to the board. It's pretty safe to say that everyone here is great, and willing to share their greatness.

Dixon Hemphill · Post by **Dixon Hemphill** » Mar 5th, '08, 09:55

I too welcome you aboard. The Discussion Group is the greatest thing since buttered toast. Over the past two years I have learned much from the knowlegable sailors who offer their expertise.

I too sail on the Chesapeake out of Annapolis and have a great time cruising around the area. Can't wait until the weather let's me get out on the water this spring!

Tod M · Post by **Tod M** » Mar 5th, '08, 10:32

boat and a great place to sail out of!

Although Ohio is my home port, I've sailed from Solomon's Island (Spring Cove Marina) a few times and always enjoy it immensely.

Unless my memory is faulty, this is the Hooper Island Light..

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Wayne Brown · Post by **Wayne Brown** » Mar 5th, '08, 22:39

I have an '84 CD-27 and just love her. She is a very managable boat both in cost and sailability. Get her out and sailing as often as you can and you will appreciate her good points. Good Luck

Wayne Brown
CD-27 WHISPER

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rookie sailor - first post

rookie sailor - first post

Welcome

OOh, nice boat...

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