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How to Grow Thistle Sailing: Keep Calm and Rally On!

Nancy Molitor describes Fleet #48 (Atlanta Yacht Club) 's successful "Rally" initiative led by Commodore Bryce Dryden to revitalize Thistle sailing by emphasizing fun over competitive intensity. By removing barriers to participation and focusing on social enjoyment, the fleet increased engagement from a typical monthly event to 73 people for a single Saturday lunch.

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  • Fleet 48
  • Atlanta
  • Rally
  • Growth
  • Community
  • Bryce Dryden
  • Chautauqua