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International Snipe Class

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www.Snipe.org

photo by Fried Elliott

The Snipe is a 15-1/2 foot, 2 person, one design racing dinghy with a rich history. Designed by William Crosby in 1931, it has evolved into a modern, tactical racing dinghy with fleets around the world. Although the Snipe Class has some of the best competition in the world, the class has not lost sight of the importance of social events and, in fact, many regattas are as well known for their parties as they are for their racing. The essence of the class is summed up by its motto:

Serious Sailing, Serious Fun.®

Hey everyone,

Another great year of sailing is in front of us. There is a Feb-Apr schedule below and some details of this month’s highlights. The Commodoro Rasco is up next and is a great way to kick off the year. The event is sailed in Miami and is steeped in the grand traditions of old Cuba. The Georgia State Champs in Valdosta follows at the end of February. It's an easy drive and great fun sailing on the Twin Lakes. This regatta is a superb family event since the wind is usually light. Our own regatta, the Tea Party, is coming up March 8-9. We expect a good turnout as many crews will use this for a tune up for the Midwinters. If there is sufficient interest, we will host a racing clinic on Friday afternoon, please call me about a clinic. Also, PLEASE let me know if you want to HELP with registration, RC, trophies, housing or anything else. The Winter Circuit is March 30-April 12, and is sailed in Clearwater, Miami, and Nassau… more on that later.

I spoke with John Fewell recently and he is interested in sailing w/ us in the Snipe. We are always happy to add more families and hope to see John and his boys out soon. Class membership fee is still $20 ($15 Juniors) or $50 ($45 Juniors) if you own a boat. Please call me if you need a membership application.

Thank you,

Hal Gilreath (Fleet Captain)