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Good Crew, Key Crew
Chris Garbacz

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If you spend any time on OPB (Other People’s Boats), or want to, you’ve likely contemplated how you can best fit in. What makes a key crew member? What are the unique challenges that you face as you endeavor to find your place in a crew – and keep it? Chris will explore how you can improve your crew experience for yourself and for your skipper, discuss the choreography on board, and how the best teams work seamlessly together from bow to stern. Included in the class will be hands-on experience with winching as a team sport!

Chris grew up along the shores of Lake Michigan, dinghy sailing with her dad. After years away from the water, she wanted back in and wanted to race! She happened upon Chicago Corinthian Yacht Club’s Sailing Crew Training Program in 2005. Since then, she has raced thousands of miles including 9 Chicago & 7 Bayview Mac Races, the Conch Republic Cup Regatta (Key West to Cuba), and the Heineken Regatta in St. Maarten. She returned to CCYC as an instructor, and this spring will mark her 5th year since she took the reins.  She and her team pour their love of sailing into educating 30-40 new crew each spring.

Skill level: Beginner, Intermediate, Advanced

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Location

Milwaukee Community Sailing Center
1450 N. Lincoln Memorial Dr.
Milwaukee, WI 53202

What Attendees Are Saying

"The lessons I learned and friendships I made are never far from my mind."

"The most important thing I learned? Now I can tie a bowline!"

"I learn something useful every year."

"Great information from impressive sailing women -- I love their passion and their patience."

"I became a better sailor and never felt intimidated."

"It made a big difference to me to meet and interact with other women sailors."

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  • Home
  • About
  • 2021 Conference
    • Schedule
  • Amy Seeley Scholarship
  • Merchandise
  • Sponsorship
  • Announcements
  • Gallery
    • Gallery 2019
    • Gallery 2018
    • Gallery 2017
    • Gallery 2016
    • Gallery 2015
    • Gallery 2014
    • Gallery 2013
    • Gallery 2012
    • Gallery 2011
  • Resources
    • Sailing Resources
    • Other Events
    • Woman-Owned
  • Contact Us