I'm skeptical however of the benefits to the individual sailor.
You have a US SAILING-trained, Recognized Race Officer, your volunteers need not fear lawyers should you ever stub your toe on the patio, your club hosted last year's Area D South event and will be doing so again this November, and they have submitted a bid to host the 2008 Championship. The list is likely longer - that's just off the top o' me noggin'. <img src="http://www.catsailor.com/forums/images/graemlins/grin.gif" alt="" />
Yes, I know. What if US Sailing just decides to drop Alter Cup? They have a history of arbitrary decision making.
GYC and US Sailing established their affiliation before I came on board. A check from me isn't going to change that.
Dropping out is the only sure way I have of registering my disapproval. Every business knows you have to keep the customer satisfied. . .except US Sailing.
