Trefethen-Evergreen Improvement Association Peaks Island ME 04108 US

Start date: Tuesday, June 25 2024.

Schedule:

 On Tuesday, Thursday from 5:30 PM to 7:30 PM.

 From 6/25/2024 until 8/8/2024

 Docks


 On Wednesday from 1:00 PM to 3:00 PM.

 From 6/26/2024 until 8/7/2024

 Docks


Resource person: Liz Rollins, program director TEIAsailing@gmail.com 207-653-5325

Location: Docks | 12 Trefethen Landing, Peaks Island, ME, 04108

Description:

Have a desire to learn or refine sailing skills & knowledge?  This is an adult beginner/intermediate sailing class for those with limited or no experience.  Small group classes are taught in a 20' fiberglass keelboat with an experienced instructor. Learn to rig, steer, trim and land a medium-sized sloop. Gain confidence navigating through Casco Bay and handling a sailboat in varied wind/water conditions. Bring a snack, meet new friends and enjoy the sunset from the water!

age 18+

Class size is limited to 4/5 people.

Choose your day/class and meet one evening per week for 7 weeks. Tuesday class 5;30-7;30pm, Wednesday class 1-3pm Thursday class 5:30-7:30pm.

Classes that are canceled due to weather will be rescheduled by your instructor.  NO DROP IN CLASSES - THANKS!   : )

Mandatory membership(s):

  • 2024 One Week Family Membership
  • 2024 Individual Senior Seasonal Membership
  • 2024 Senior Couple Membership
  • 2024 Adult and Youth Seasonal Membership
  • 2024 Adult Individual Seasonal Membership

Available: 12/14

Price: $280.00 Taxes waived

Required age: 18+ on the day of the activity

Notes: Emergency contacts, medical information, insurance #s, and liability waiver forms must be completed online in Amilia by each student's parent/guardian before their first class. Students are asked to bring their own US Coast Guard approved life vest with a whistle attached (or borrow one of ours), foul weather gear and a water bottle. Classes will meet rain or shine, but students will remain on shore in dangerous weather. Our instructors’ 2024 class placement assignments for last year’s sailors are available. A mandatory swim test must be passed their first day - please wear a bathing suit and bring a towel. Questions: Liz Rollins, program director TEIAsailing@gmail.com 207-653-5325

Prerequisites: age 18+ All adults must wear a lifejacket during classes - please bring your own or borrow one from us, if you wish.

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