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Re: If you could give one piece of advice to a newbie
[Re: trawler_kid]
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01/06/2017 10:17 PM
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YachtReprise
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Always stay calm, and maintain your sense of humor. Never yell at your crew, berate them, or express urgency. If the mooring-picking-up isn't just right, fall off the wind, drift away, walk up to the bow, and calmly explain that it was a great try - but you might try THIS the next time around.
Your crew will not remember your mistakes at sailing, anchoring, picking up a mooring, docking, or anything else. They will only remember how THEY felt during their vacation. Were they relaxed and laughing? Or stressed because you were an overbearing sailing Nazi?
You CHOSE the burden of captain, and their respect for you will grow when you show them (real or not) how easily you fit the role, without bitching, complaining, yelling or stressing.
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Re: If you could give one piece of advice to a newbie
[Re: beerMe]
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01/08/2017 11:32 AM
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stephenr
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beerMe said: One of the best tips I've learned, and I got it here from someone else, is that things always go better if deal with locals like they are going to become a friend. Taking a genuine interest in your waitress or a customs official or whoever usually leads to very nice experiences. Go in focused only on the task at hand and in a rush (type A or NYC attitude and representing the ugly American) and you might very well find the true meaning of the term "Island Time". Starting with a nice "hello, how are you today" goes a lot further than "hey, we want to order...". I've gone places years later and somehow they still remember me - when in Rome! thank you for the great suggestions.... keeping it real here... lets "deal with" each other here like we will become friends and keep is civil... no need to disparage NYC from TN. I am living in NY, and in NYC very often. It's not nice to group NYC residents all together like that, despite what you may think or have experienced. Look how that worked out for Ted Cruz. Civility knows no borders or boundaries. Regarding safety... lights and vest, no cutting corners for me. I'm not too proud to be safe. It will be vests and proper lighting. Thank you to Liane Letendre of BVIYC for all her great detail on her site and for her support for our first charter... I bought this simple tri-color light for using in the dinghy based on recommendation on her site. Problem solved. http://www.navisafe.com/project/3-navilight-tricolor-2nm-2/Look for me in the mooring fields between the 24th and 2nd... i'll be on the dinghy with at least 2 adults wearing vests and at night displaying the proper lighting! Lets have a drink! <img src="http://www.traveltalkonline.com/forums/images/graemlins/Thumbsup.gif" alt="" /> <img src="http://www.traveltalkonline.com/forums/images/graemlins/dine.gif" alt="" /> <img src="http://www.traveltalkonline.com/forums/images/graemlins/handshake.gif" alt="" /> <img src="http://www.traveltalkonline.com/forums/images/graemlins/Joy.gif" alt="" />
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Re: If you could give one piece of advice to a newbie
[Re: stephenr]
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01/08/2017 11:35 AM
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Can anyone recommend the best health food store for my bride and for me a great bakery?
Steve
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Re: If you could give one piece of advice to a newbie
[Re: Kryssa]
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01/08/2017 11:49 AM
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stephenr
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We've worn them extensively last year with no trouble at all... Water splashing on the vest will not trigger it... typically would have to be submerged. I looked at a lot of vests... i think this is the best out there, very comfortable. I wanted a vest that would be easy and comfortable to wear. I insisted that my wife wear one on board so easily decided to live by example... I wear mine 100% of the time while on the water on the 24' we sail routinely. I've noticed that neither of us have worn them on larger boats we've be on but i do when having to go forward. It just makes sense to me. I've noticed that some of the more experienced sailors i sail with now also are wearing their vests now. I like that. https://www.spinlock.co.uk/en/categories/lifejackets/product_groups/deckvest-lite
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Re: If you could give one piece of advice to a newbie
[Re: stephenr]
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01/08/2017 11:54 AM
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scott1269
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stephenr said:beerMe said: One of the best tips I've learned, and I got it here from someone else, is that things always go better if deal with locals like they are going to become a friend. Taking a genuine interest in your waitress or a customs official or whoever usually leads to very nice experiences. Go in focused only on the task at hand and in a rush (type A or NYC attitude and representing the ugly American) and you might very well find the true meaning of the term "Island Time". Starting with a nice "hello, how are you today" goes a lot further than "hey, we want to order...". I've gone places years later and somehow they still remember me - when in Rome! thank you for the great suggestions.... keeping it real here... lets "deal with" each other here like we will become friends and keep is civil... no need to disparage NYC from TN. I am living in NY, and in NYC very often. It's not nice to group NYC residents all together like that, despite what you may think or have experienced. Look how that worked out for Ted Cruz. Civility knows no borders or boundaries. Look for me in the mooring fields between the 24th and 2nd... i'll be on the dinghy with at least 2 adults wearing vests and at night displaying the proper lighting! Lets have a drink! <img src="http://www.traveltalkonline.com/forums/images/graemlins/Thumbsup.gif" alt="" /> <img src="http://www.traveltalkonline.com/forums/images/graemlins/dine.gif" alt="" /> <img src="http://www.traveltalkonline.com/forums/images/graemlins/handshake.gif" alt="" /> <img src="http://www.traveltalkonline.com/forums/images/graemlins/Joy.gif" alt="" /> I agree on the NY bashing... I have seen people from plenty of countries act in a demanding spoiled sort of way. It has nothing to do with being from America, it's how you choose to act. I have never felt the need for a light on the dinghy outside of a flashlight that I rarely use. I would not criticize you for using it but am curious where and how you intend to mount it?
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Re: If you could give one piece of advice to a newbie
[Re: scott1269]
#116254
01/08/2017 12:02 PM
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stephenr
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HI Scott. thanks for the reply... it has a magnet and will attach very easily to a baseball cap. My wife is laughing at me when i have it on but who care. Likely i'll have a nice little buzz when i where it! <img src="http://www.traveltalkonline.com/forums/images/graemlins/Clapping.gif" alt="" /> <img src="http://www.traveltalkonline.com/forums/images/graemlins/Groovin.gif" alt="" /> <img src="http://www.traveltalkonline.com/forums/images/graemlins/Banana.gif" alt="" /> <img src="http://www.traveltalkonline.com/forums/images/graemlins/toast.gif" alt="" />
I see you're in Dover, NH... moved from Lee to NYC area a few years ago, lived in Lee for 17y at Lee Five Corners. My 2 kids live in Dover. Small World.
Now to answer the next question that will likely come... how did i end up back in NY? I got a great job and was done with the horse farm and hard winters. I am the one guy that moved back to NY...
Steve
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Re: If you could give one piece of advice to a newbie
[Re: Dirichlet]
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01/09/2017 02:01 PM
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My advice - realize you don't have to do everything by boat. Visiting the baths for example by boat is over rated. Visit Leverick and rent a car. You'll get to swim in and visit so many other places directly by the boat, that I think you'll find this a nice change. Not to mention the views you get on Virgin Gorda. Two nights is recommended so you have a full day to explore.
And just take it easy and stay within your limits with the boat - don't do anything you aren't comfortable with. For us, our first trip this meant skipping White Bay on JVD.
Matt
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Re: If you could give one piece of advice to a newbie
[Re: stephenr]
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01/09/2017 02:07 PM
01/09/2017 02:07 PM
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stephenr said: I bought this simple tri-color light for using in the dinghy based on recommendation on her site. Problem solved. Please use all safety precautions you think necessary. I do think it might be overkill, IMHO. Keep in mind that if you are traveling at night through the mooring fields, usually the only other craft moving on the water are other dinghies. I agree that a simple flashlight pointed forward and towards the water to highlight mooring balls is really all that is required. If you are going through the mooring field, with boats at anchor its not like there is going to be high speed boats ripping through the field at night. Slow = pro.
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Re: If you could give one piece of advice to a newbie
[Re: stephenr]
#116259
01/09/2017 09:01 PM
01/09/2017 09:01 PM
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scott1269
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stephenr said: HI Scott. thanks for the reply... it has a magnet and will attach very easily to a baseball cap. My wife is laughing at me when i have it on but who care. Likely i'll have a nice little buzz when i where it! <img src="http://www.traveltalkonline.com/forums/images/graemlins/Clapping.gif" alt="" /> <img src="http://www.traveltalkonline.com/forums/images/graemlins/Groovin.gif" alt="" /> <img src="http://www.traveltalkonline.com/forums/images/graemlins/Banana.gif" alt="" /> <img src="http://www.traveltalkonline.com/forums/images/graemlins/toast.gif" alt="" />
I see you're in Dover, NH... moved from Lee to NYC area a few years ago, lived in Lee for 17y at Lee Five Corners. My 2 kids live in Dover. Small World.
Now to answer the next question that will likely come... how did i end up back in NY? I got a great job and was done with the horse farm and hard winters. I am the one guy that moved back to NY... Definite small world! My kids went to Oyster River yours probably did too... Good luck with the light should be interesting! <img src="http://www.traveltalkonline.com/forums/images/graemlins/noevil.gif" alt="" />
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Re: If you could give one piece of advice to a newbie
[Re: stephenr]
#116260
01/09/2017 11:29 PM
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AndyK
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stephenr said: Hi there folks and thanks for all the great advice. My wife and i come for our first BVI trip in <3 weeks. we are so excited and thankful for this group and all the great advice!
Regarding provisioning, we have placed an order at Riteway for delivery. However, we want to stock up on a few fresh items the day before. Can anyone recommend the best health food store for my bride and for me a great bakery? <img src="http://www.traveltalkonline.com/forums/images/graemlins/Grin.gif" alt="" /> StephenR For a bakery, I would suggest the Family Food Bakery located just outside the entrance to Sunsail. http://www.familyfoodbakery.com/
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