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Spring Thaw Events


It's that time of year again. Spring Thaw 2007 is fast approaching. Join us on Saturday, March 10th from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. and shake off that cold weather attitude and turn it sunny side up.

We have an exciting new seminar scheduled for 9 a.m. by Tony Palabrica from Interlux Yacht Finishes. Tony will speak on &quotChoosing and Applying the Correct Antifouling Paint and Blister Prevention and Repair&quot. Get here bright and early, grab a cup of coffee and a cookie and settle in for a talk with Tony. He will be answering any questions at the end of his seminar.

Back by popular demand is Captain Jack Klang from Quantum Sails. Captain Jack is a recognized authority on Great Lakes sailing and will appear at Torresen Marine on Saturday, March 10th to present three of his most popular seminars. Jack has been a featured attraction at Strictly Sail shows, Seven Seas Cruising Association events, and cruising rendezvous from Seattle to San Diego and Miami to Philadelphia. He is a published author, columnist, and television personality on Latitudes and Attitudes television series. After sailing more than 25,000 miles on the Great Lakes and 53 years as a licensed captain, he speaks from experience. His free one-hour seminars and workshops are open to all sailors from liveaboards to weekenders. Everyone will learn something new and useful - guaranteed!

Saturday March 10, 2007

9:00 a.m. Choosing and Applying the Correct Antifouling Paint and Blister Prevention and Repair with Tony Palabrica
11:00 a.m. Docking Single Handed (demonstration using model boats) with Captain Jack Klang
1:00 p.m. Knots and Line Handling (workshop, everyone participates) with Captain Jack Klang
3:00 p.m. Preparing for a Storm (Captain Jack has sailed 25,000 miles on the Great Lakes) with Captain Jack Klang

Don't forget we will have 10% to 50% off everything in the store (excluding engine parts), manufacturer reps on hand to answer questions and a lot of great door prizes. We can't wait to see your smiling faces!

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