Thistling into the 21st Century: The Inception of the Long Range Planning Committee

Valla explains the formation of a Long Range Planning Committee to address declining participation in Thistle racing and membership. The committee, chaired by Valla and including regional representatives, will examine membership structure, the Green Book, nationals qualification systems, and boat co-ownership rules to modernize the class while maintaining its traditions.

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• class governance
• membership
• strategic planning
• participation
• traditions
• constitution