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Strictly Sail Chicago January 29 - February 1, 2009
Welcome to the 14th annual Strictly Sail Chicago Boat Show.
The Midwest’s only and the nation’s largest indoor all-sail boat show. Strictly Sail Chicago has become a must do event for all sailors and has become Chicago’s favorite boat show. Strictly Sail “sails” in to Navy Pier January 29-February 1, 2009 with more boats, more gear, more seminars and more fun than ever. Celebrating 14 years at Chicago's famous Navy Pier, the 2009 show has promise to be unlike any other show in the US!
The festivities begin Thursday, January 29th and will not end until the final bell sounds on Sunday, February 1st. This four-day sailing extravaganza features the latest and greatest the sailing industry has to offer. You’ll find the latest boat designs and the designers themselves, the newest sailing gear, accessories and hardware from the industries top suppliers and the most up to date charter information all from more than 250 exhibiting companies from around the globe.
Strictly Sail shows have become a resource for learning and fun, putting ‘edutainment’ at the forefront of the planning. Every Strictly Sail Show has added more interactive exhibits providing an opportunity for new sailors to learn about sailing and for the more experienced sailor, we’ve added more activities to improve your skills and become more confident at the helm.
Sailors of all ages and abilities find Strictly Sail Chicago “the sailing event” of the year. This year's activities include a full schedule of seminars from the most renowned sailors in the world, remote control boat racing to challenge your family or friends, live music, daily prizes and special event activities for every attendee. Additionally, Navy Pier, located on Chicago’s famous waterfront, offers restaurants, stores and fun filled activities to fill every landlubber’s day. Make it a day trip or make it a weekend getaway, Strictly Sail Chicago promises to deliver an experience you’ll look forward to again and again.
Features Currently Being Planned include:
SEMINARS -- World adventure cruisers, authors, experts in navigation software and sailing equipment specialist will share their stories and knowledge through the show's extensive seminar program. Unless noted on the schedule all seminars are free with the price of admission. Seminars are subject to change so please check the website frequently. (link to seminars page)
REGATTAS AT THE INDOOR SAILING POND -- That’s right! Challenge your family and friends to go head to head around the race course at the indoor pond. We’ll be sailing in February at the Sailing Magazine remote control indoor sailing pond. Prizes for the fastest times will be awarded daily. (Features)
JACK KLANG’S CHART BLANKET -- Stop by the 9 by 12 foot navigation chart and learn new techniques about sailing, boat handling, safety, and cruising under sail. This chart blanket is littered with small boats, buoys, lighthouses and interesting nautical markings to help demonstrate real boating situations. (Features)
AUTHOR’S CORNER -- Some of the greatest adventurers of our time will be on hand to share their sailing experiences. Stop by the AC and meet your favorite author. (Features)
LIVE ENTERTAINMENT -- We’ll party like Rock Stars to the island tunes of the Eric Stone Band. Eric and his crew will be on hand to entertain the masses with all his latest hits. (Features)
Plus: New Product and Boat Debut Area, Kids Boatbuilding Programs, Nightly Parties and more fun than ever before.
Strictly Sail has something for everyone!
Dates and Location
More... (http://www.boatloco.com/strictly-sail-chicago-january-29-february-1-2009)
Boat Loans from Excel Credit,
Always the Lowest Boat Financing Rates,
Call 800-337-7774:
(http://www.excelcredit.com/incoming.php?id=88799)
Strictly Sail Chicago January 29 - February 1, 2009
Welcome to the 14th annual Strictly Sail Chicago Boat Show.
The Midwest’s only and the nation’s largest indoor all-sail boat show. Strictly Sail Chicago has become a must do event for all sailors and has become Chicago’s favorite boat show. Strictly Sail “sails” in to Navy Pier January 29-February 1, 2009 with more boats, more gear, more seminars and more fun than ever. Celebrating 14 years at Chicago's famous Navy Pier, the 2009 show has promise to be unlike any other show in the US!
The festivities begin Thursday, January 29th and will not end until the final bell sounds on Sunday, February 1st. This four-day sailing extravaganza features the latest and greatest the sailing industry has to offer. You’ll find the latest boat designs and the designers themselves, the newest sailing gear, accessories and hardware from the industries top suppliers and the most up to date charter information all from more than 250 exhibiting companies from around the globe.
Strictly Sail shows have become a resource for learning and fun, putting ‘edutainment’ at the forefront of the planning. Every Strictly Sail Show has added more interactive exhibits providing an opportunity for new sailors to learn about sailing and for the more experienced sailor, we’ve added more activities to improve your skills and become more confident at the helm.
Sailors of all ages and abilities find Strictly Sail Chicago “the sailing event” of the year. This year's activities include a full schedule of seminars from the most renowned sailors in the world, remote control boat racing to challenge your family or friends, live music, daily prizes and special event activities for every attendee. Additionally, Navy Pier, located on Chicago’s famous waterfront, offers restaurants, stores and fun filled activities to fill every landlubber’s day. Make it a day trip or make it a weekend getaway, Strictly Sail Chicago promises to deliver an experience you’ll look forward to again and again.
Features Currently Being Planned include:
SEMINARS -- World adventure cruisers, authors, experts in navigation software and sailing equipment specialist will share their stories and knowledge through the show's extensive seminar program. Unless noted on the schedule all seminars are free with the price of admission. Seminars are subject to change so please check the website frequently. (link to seminars page)
REGATTAS AT THE INDOOR SAILING POND -- That’s right! Challenge your family and friends to go head to head around the race course at the indoor pond. We’ll be sailing in February at the Sailing Magazine remote control indoor sailing pond. Prizes for the fastest times will be awarded daily. (Features)
JACK KLANG’S CHART BLANKET -- Stop by the 9 by 12 foot navigation chart and learn new techniques about sailing, boat handling, safety, and cruising under sail. This chart blanket is littered with small boats, buoys, lighthouses and interesting nautical markings to help demonstrate real boating situations. (Features)
AUTHOR’S CORNER -- Some of the greatest adventurers of our time will be on hand to share their sailing experiences. Stop by the AC and meet your favorite author. (Features)
LIVE ENTERTAINMENT -- We’ll party like Rock Stars to the island tunes of the Eric Stone Band. Eric and his crew will be on hand to entertain the masses with all his latest hits. (Features)
Plus: New Product and Boat Debut Area, Kids Boatbuilding Programs, Nightly Parties and more fun than ever before.
Strictly Sail has something for everyone!
Dates and Location
More... (http://www.boatloco.com/strictly-sail-chicago-january-29-february-1-2009)