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"Daniel Thompson" wrote in message
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Is this insane?

I have some experience in dinghy sailing and do indeed have a
qualification - whoopee - in this area.

I have spent a lot of my youth on yachts - generally my Grandad's 32 foot
Westerly - but have not, until now, taken as much interest as my brother,
and do not have a proverbial 'scoobie' when it comes to maps and charts.

I went on a flotilla sailing holiday many years ago as an experienced dinghy
sailor in a mixed group of young singles. The appointed skipper in the party
who was qualified turned out to be only just about capable of sailing the
boat, so don't put down your experience, I had no trouble sailing the yacht.
The only issue is navigation and with the advent of satellite positioning
must be a doddle these days.