[Sloop Scoop 2008] #7 Still more sailing to go . . .

[Sloop John B]

Cruisers and crew--

**Wanna sail tonight (Thursday)? Let me know (e-mail or cell phone).**

IT'S NEVER TOO LATE
Last weekend one of my coworkers, Toni, and her boyfriend finally 
made it on the boat after being on the Sloop Scoop list for five 
years.  We had a great sail, so let that be an example unto you:  the 
Sloop never stops wanting to meet new friends!

FEELING STRONGER EVERY DAY
Bit by bit I'm able to do more and more crew stuff.  Last week I got 
the boat and brought it to the dock by myself, and did most of the 
setup work.  I even caught the bouy at the can after the sail, thanks 
to the Vangpire's deft steering.  I still need at least two people 
and at least one of my "crew" to sail so that I don't overdo it, but 
it feels good to get my mobility back.

FALL, GLORIOUS FALL
. . . remains my favorite sailing season.  I went out twice this week 
with Gordon on his boat and the conditions have fufilled many of the 
definitions of perfect.  I hope to repeat that tonight, Saturday 
morning, and Sunday, probably midday.  I'd like to get the boat out 
as much as possible given the partially lost season, and to see 
people, having suffered a bit too much cabin fever during my healing 
process, so come on out!  If you are free on weekdays, let me 
know.  It's sometimes the best time to get out.

The tentative mast dropping, if the weather holds, is October 12th, 
with the river trip later that week.

Hope to see you on the boat soon.

Skipper Schuy
cell:  773-343-0153

SCHEDULE (many things permitting . . .)

___Thursday 9/25
Evening sail. Be at the harbor at 1830 hours, we'll leave the dock 
around 1845 hours. We should be back by 2130 hours at the latest.

___Saturday 9/27
Late morning sail.  Be at the harbor at 1000 hours.  We should be 
back by 1400 hours, in time to catch most of the Hyde Park Jazz Festival.

___Sunday 9/28
Midday sail.  Be at the harbor at 1100 hours.  We should be back by 
1500 hours.  If you can get there early there is a mimosa/bloody mary 
brunch at the yacht club for the end of the season.  The brunch has 
been $10 for all you can eat and has been quite good.

___Wednesday 10/1 (possible raindate Thursday 10/2)
Evening sail. Be at the harbor at 1830 hours. We need to leave the 
dock by 1900 so we have light to raise sails.  We should be back by 
2130 hours.

ON THE HORIZON
Fall sailing
River Trip