Thank-you everyone for coming out. It turned out really well. We had a great mix of vendors, organizations (professional and volunteer), hands-on activities, boat tours, a bustling marine garage sale and a harrowing tale of mishap and rescue courtesy of our friend Mike Lynch who bravely relayed what happened last week. Not everyone is comfortable speaking publicly so soon after an incident, but he did, clearly and precisely. He helped drive home the point that incidents can happen quickly and if equipped, trained or aware, you can increase your odds of survival.
That really is the message we were trying to convey awareness, education, training, sharing of stories, mariners helping mariners. This is the heart of what Canadian Power and Sail Squadron does and it was a delight to have so many experts on hand to take questions and help folks understand. This event was planned by your local CPS squadron, in concert with all parties involved Fairwinds Marina who made it easy to offer a combined land/sea safety-based day. People ask me sometimes what they get for their membership dues. Today’s event was one of those “deliverables” to members and the boating public, which helps people know how to enjoy our waters more safely and with greater confidence. I am pleased that when Nanoose Power and Sail Squadron reached out for help, not only did our own people turn out, but trusted partners in the marine community also answered our call. That speaks well for our organization. Many hands made light work today and yesterday (and in the weeks leading up to today).
Thank-you again. If I missed anyone, my apologies.
Peter Ladouceur
Chair Safe Boating Day
Nanoose Power and Sail Squadron.
