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Sailing in the Desert: Lake Pleasant Invitational
Feature article about sailing Thistles in the Arizona desert at Lake Pleasant during the Arizona Yacht Club's Invitational regatta. Describes the unique challenges of desert sailing including shifting winds, the lake's changing water levels, competing boats, and the crew's experience racing in unfamiliar conditions while encountering wildlife and navigating the colorful landscape.
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