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Make Fleet Racing More Fun

Tom Ehman provides practical advice for fleet captains on creating a vibrant, social racing environment that attracts and retains sailors. Recommendations include potluck dinners, theme parties, newsletters, short races, crew awards, simplified rules, strong fleet captains, family inclusion, publicity, and charity regattas.

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  • fleet management
  • racing culture
  • social
  • retention