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The Whistler's Song

A whimsical poem celebrating Thistle sailing life, written by Bob and Nadine Gates. The verses humorously describe various aspects of Thistle sailing including the boat's characteristics, crew duties, and the sailing experience with playful imagery and nautical references.

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  • sailing life
  • Thistle characteristics
  • poetry
  • sailing humor
  • crew experience