As an active member of NAHCA and US Sailing, I welcome NAMSA, and look forward to becoming a member of this Organization. In my past 30 years of racing Hobie Cats, I prefer the one class format, but also enjoy the long distance races, and races with other classes. I favor any group that will expand and grow our sport.

For you that decry the decline in sailing popularity, I would ask you the following questions, do you:

1. Support your local fleet and assist in planning and running local races?

2. Take part in your Division Fleet activities?

3. Belong to the National Fleet Organization and US Sailing?

4. Assist at local boat shows?

5. Support local sailing clubs, schools, classes, and training programs?

6. Work with Park Departments and local Government to expand sailing facilities, ramps, and storage facilities?

7. Support your local Cat Dealer, by buying boats and parts from him, so he can stay in business?



Don't ask what your Sailing Association can do for you, but what you can do for Sailing.



Caleb Tarleton, Hobie Cat Fleet 95, Division 4, H-17 # 6185