WLACC Sailing Symposium

35th Annual Sailing Symposium

Saturday, Oct 11, 2003

8:45 am - 6:30 pm

Pardee Scout Sea Base

Marina del Rey

The San Fernando Valley Yacht Club and the Western Los Angeles County Council invites all Venturing Scouts, Varsity Team members, Boy Scouts, Sea Scouts and Explorers between the ages of 14-20 to the 35th Annual Sailing Symposium at the Pardee Scout Sea Base in Marina del Rey on Saturday, October 11, 2003

No previous sailing experience is required, only a willingness to participate and learn. All crews, teams, troops, ships and posts of the Western Los Angeles County Council are encouraged to save the date and partake in this annual event.

Program Highlights:

One morning of on-the water sailing instruction with yachts and instructors provided by the San Fernando Valley Yacht Club and the Western Los Angeles County Council.
One afternoon of around the buoys racing on the Santa Monica Bay with commemorative plaques for participants of the winning yachts.
Saturday evening complimentary barbecue and awards ceremony in beautiful Burton Chase Park.
The opportunity to meet, interact with and learn the sport of sailing with fellow participants and the members of the San Fernando Valley Yacht Club.

Reservations, Fees, Deadlines:

Advanced reservations are required. To save money and avoid disappointment due to overbooking, early registration is encouraged.
All attending youth and adult leaders must be listed on the attached registration form
The Van Nuys Council office must receive the completed form along with the fees no later than Monday, September 29, 2003 at 5:00pm.
Registration fees before Sept 22nd at 5:00pm are as follows: $17.50/Youth and $5.00/Adult leader.
Registration fees received after Sept. 22nd are as follows: $20.00/Youth and $7.50/Adult leader.
Youth will be assigned to yachts in the order the payment is received.
Registration fees are transferable, but NOT refundable.

Requirements

All participants must be registered with the Boy Scouts of America.
All participants must be at least 14 years of age as of October 11, 2003.
All participants must check-in at the Pardee Scout Sea Base in Marina del Rey by 8:50am on Saturday, October 11, 2003.
Barring unforeseen circumstances or emergencies, all youth are expected to participate in both morning and afternoon activities. Morning only or afternoon only participants cannot be accommodated.
Youth and adult leaders must wear closed-toed, rubber-soled shoes while at the Sea Base and/or aboard any yacht.
As wind and sea conditions are unpredictable, it is highly recommended to wear clothing, which will not be damaged by seawater. A change of clothes, a wind-resistant jacket and sunscreen are recommended for each person.
If applicable, anti-motion sickness pills (like Dramamine or Marazine) should be considered and brought along.

Directions to the Sea Base

The Pardee Scout Sea Base is reched from the San Diego Freeway (405) via the Marina Freeway (90) and then west to Mindanao Way (second signal). Turn left on Mindanao Way and follow it to its end at Burton Chase Park/Pardee Scout Seabase.

Parking

As parking in and around the Pardee Scout Sea Base is limited, carpooling is highly recommended. Free parking off of Fiji Way southwest of Mast-Up storage lot. Fee parking is available in Lot 4 adjacent to the launching ramp off of Mindanao Way. This lot is walking distance to the Sea Base. Bring $2.00 in bills and quarters. Metered parking in front of the Sea Base is available for the price of $2.00 per hour maximum two hours. So, bring your quarters.