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Yacht Sailing Weekend

What does the activity include? The courses commence on the Friday evening with two nights on-board accommodation normally included. The courses are designed to give a taster of the sport of yachting. The structure of the course will allow you to do as much or as little as you desire. So if you want to actively take part in all aspects of sailing the ship you will be taught all the correct techniques required or simply relax and let the skipper do the work as you soak up the atmosphere of being at sea. Fuel gas safety equipment soft drinks breakfast lunch and tea are all included. Evening meals are usually taken ashore and will be at the participants expense. Where does the experience take place? Poole Dorset. What should I wear? Please take with you a sleeping bag a small pillow toiletries sun cream towel soft shoes with non-skid white soles at least two warm jumpers T shirts cotton trousers or leggings (but not jeans) gloves and a woolly hat. Please pack your clothes in a "squashy" bag as no suitcases are allowed on board. How long should I allow for this experience? You will arrive by 8.30pm on Friday evening and depart on Sunday afternoon. When does the activity take place? Selected weekends from March to October. Are there any restrictions? Smoking is not allowed below decks. Minimum age 18 What about the weather? The weather will not normally be cause for cancellation of the experience. In the unlikely event it is postponed a further date will be offered to you. Can I bring spectators? Sorry all guests must hold a valid voucher for the experience. Can I bring spectators? Sorry all guests must hold a valid voucher for the experience. What else do I need to know? Mooring fees away from base are charged at the end of the course and will normally be a maximum of 3 per head. It normally takes people 24 hours to find their sea legs. Consult you pharmacist or doctor if you require seasickness medication. Personal Accident and Cancellation Insurance is included. Minimum cancellation notice is 28 days