Re: [Cal_Boats] new owner(Anne)

Anne, Welcome to the greatest list ever. Also because you have a 29. Your observation about the transition from crew to captain is right on. You are now in charge and responsible for the welfare of your crew and boat. That's a big thing. If you cruise or race it has to be your primary objective. Regards, David Dobbs, Cal29 411 From: Anne Racel <am… [at] verizon.net> To: Ca… [at] yahoogroups.com Sent: Saturday, February 23, 2008 9:31:44 PM Subject: [Cal_Boats] new owner I've just purchased my first boat - a Cal 29'. She's in pretty good shape, considering she's 32 years old. I'm trying to get repairs taken care of that I don't feel adequate to do, or do have time to do before I take her out. That includes replacing the wiring and plumbing (house grade, not boat grade), replacing the steering pedestal back plate, and fixing a small soft spot in the deck. I've raced on other's boats for 5 years now, so I'm not a total 'greenhorn'. But I am finding it quite a different experience being in charge! I'm taking it slow though. While she's in for repairs, I've taken the USCGA boat safety course, and I've signed up for a Keelboarding course. I also have many more experience friends willing to share their weekend with me for some 'lessons'. ____________________________________________________________________________________ Be a better friend, newshound, and know-it-all with Yahoo! Mobile. Try it now. http://mobile.yahoo.com/;_ylt=Ahu06i62sR8HDtDypao8Wcj9tAcJ