"Donal" wrote

I'd guess that less than 20% of the spouses in my sailing club are
willing
sailors/crew. I'm in fortunate 20%. I want to keep it that way.

IMHO, the key is to make sailing a relaxing, stress free experience
for
people who are not keen sailors. That way they will go out again.

I find, a can of ether and a pair of handcuffs works just as well.

Scotty