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Written by Baron Hershberger

This weekend saw yet another affirmation of SEA's incredible volunteer spirit and dedication to all things sailing.

Led by Maintenance Coordinator Thad Glass, the SEA winter maintenance on Sunday February 12th was graced by beautiful weather in the morning with a cool and windy afternoon.  A wonderful day for sailing (ack!). A strong showing of over 25 volunteers joined various teams throughout the day to help prepare the boats and docks for the season.

Not only did die-hard sailors and five board members return to the annual call, but we had visits from at least 3 drop-in visitors, summer camper Maya and her father Martin, as well as a a charged up mini schnauzer.

Catalina Team crews scrubbed and cleand boats, sails, and flotation devices.  Matthias Lux inspected and sealed keel compartments. Frank Lawler put in his usual full day at precise rigging inspection and repair.
Santana Team leader Sandor Schoichet charged ahead with a full cleaning and power-washing of Shockwave, with emails in Maintenance already circulating on a follow-up for Heatwave.

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