Bay Access Foundation

One father asks another...

Why do you spend so much money and time on training, championships and spend so much time running around to see your son compete?

The other father responds:
I don't pay for my son to compete!

The other father replies: So, if you don't pay for him to train and compete, what are you paying for?

Well, I pay for those moments when my son is so tired and he feels like he wants to give up, but he doesn't.

I pay for the opportunity he can have and make lasting friendships.

I pay for the opportunity that he can have amazing coaches who will teach him not just about sailing or competitions, but about life.

I also pay for my son to learn to be more disciplined, to learn to take care of his body.

I pay for my son to be able to learn to work with others, supportive, kind and a respectful TEAM member.

I pay for my son to learn to deal with disappointment when he doesn't win or misses a move even though he has practiced a thousand times, and still remains determined to do better next time.

I pay for my son to learn how to create and pursue his dreams.

I pay for my son to learn that it takes days, months, years of hard work and practice to create a champion, and that success doesn't happen overnight.

I pay so that my son can be involved in sports, instead of getting involved with the wrong things that life offers.

I could continue, but to be brief, I don't pay for him to train or sail, but for the opportunities that sport provides for my son to develop attributes that will serve him throughout his life.

In short, I think it's not about paying or spending money, but a big investment, and it's the least I can do for my son.

Ass: Text adapted from an athlete's father

If you are the father of an athlete and it makes sense to you, leave a 👍 in the comments, if not, tag the big dad here who will enjoy reading this text

🌞 Bay Access Summer Sailing Camps Are Now Open! ⛵

Looking for the perfect summer adventure for your child? Our Bay Access Summer Camps offer an exciting way to learn sailing, build confidence, and have fun on the water! 🏄‍♂️🌊

📍 Location: Lakewood Yacht Club
📅 Spots are limited—secure yours today!

Find more info at 👉 https://www.bay-access.org/
Register at: https://www.regattanetwork.com/clubmgmt/applet_registration_form.php?regatta_id=29244

Help us spread the word and let’s make this summer even better than the last! ⚓🚀

Bay Access Summer Camps are now open.

Find more info at https://www.bay-access.org/ or contact me at [email protected].

We are looking to build on last summers successes so please help us get the word out.

Thanks

Sailors: looking to prep your sea legs for Harvest Moon Regatta®?

Heald Bank Regatta
August 31st to September 1st

Registration Deadline:
Saturday, August 24th at 6 PM

This is an offshore race in the Gulf of Mexico which starts Saturday and finishes Sunday in the Galveston jetties.

Spinnaker yachts will sail a course of approximately 40 to 90 NM. Non-spinnaker yachts will sail a course of approximately 30 to 60 NM.

Register Here: https://www.regattanetwork.com/clubmgmt/applet_registration_form.php?regatta_id=28365

Notice of Race:https://www.regattanetwork.com/clubmgmt/regatta_uploads/28365/HealdBankNoR2024Rev0.pdf

Spectrum Sailing camp for autistic children A non-profit organization is providing maritime education for those on the autistic spectrum. FOX 26 Photojournalist Darlene Janik Faires shows all the things they're learning at a free sailing camp in Houston.

HOUSTON SAILORS! Registration is OPEN! Check out the link in our bio or SCAN the QR codes on this flyer for more info!

Thanks 🫶 and Bay Access Sailing Foundation for partnering with us!

Spectrum Sailing Camp at Lakewood Yacht Club

On April 26-28, we will welcome a new and special sailing camp to Lakewood Yacht Club. Spectrum Sailing, a national nonprofit based in Charleston, SC, offers three-day sailing camps to autistic children, ages 10-17, through partnerships with clubs across the country. These camps, free to participating youth, provide hands-on activities that build confidence and teach the fundamentals of sailing.

As part of the program, an education trainer will provide certification to all our LYC coaches on working with learning differences, learning styles, and educational approaches. This benefit will increase our own ability to meet the needs of young sailors.

We welcome your involvement! Whether you are interested in volunteering to help teach knot tying or simply would like to come see this extraordinary program, come see us at the Seahorse Education Center Friday, April 26 through Sunday, April 28. Contact Marie Wise to learn more.

At Lakewood, this project has been made possible through collaboration between the Seahorses, the RS21 fleet and Bay Access Sailing Foundation.

http://spectrumsailing.org/