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September 13, 2014
What a fantastic week. The first part of this two part journey is complete. I have successfully passed my Yachtmaster Offshore exams along with my two sailing partners Doug and Christian. We all passed nicely and what a great bunch of guys to be on course with. We were a fantastic cohesive and happy team through all the trials and tribulations. Thanks guys! So it’s back to studying for me today and tomorrow I write a three hour exam and do a two hour verbal exam to try to pass the Yachtmaster Ocean. Celestial navigation at it’s best!
Diane 
September 6, 2014
Arrived in Chester Basin safe and sound. I’ve even had a little wander over to the Marina to see Michaela our fantastic Hallberg Rassy for the next week. Class starts tomorrow. I’ve been working on the local charts, doing homework and reviewing all my study work from the last two months. Even had a chance to sample some of the local cuisine!
Diane Reid
March 13, 2014
This just gets me soooo excited! Makes me miss France for sure. But don’t worry……we won’t be training in these conditions on the Advanced Cruising Course I’m teaching in April~~~ Can’t WAIT to get back on the water~~~~
Click on the picture to see what it’s all about!
Want to warm up and take your Advanced Cruising? Come to Tortola with me and take your Advanced Cruising on a Delphia 40. I’ll be teaching the course while we sail from Tortola to Miami. There’s a second Advanced Cruising course then from Miami to New York….all at the end of April. Send me a message or call me to get the details and book. 416-878-2677
Diane
March 1, 2014
Congratulations to all the winners last night and to Sail Canada for such an amazing event!
Terry McLaughlin was the winner of the Rolex Sailor of the year award. Truly a well deserved moment And no…..I didn’t die in my high heeled shoes, but I could often be found with them stashed under the table and not on my feet!
Diane
February 28, 2014
Tonight’s mission……to not die while wearing these!
Yes, there is a dress to go along with it. I can’t remember the last time either were cracked out of the closet! Looking forward to toasting Canada’s awesome sailors tonight at the Sail Canada Rolex Awards 🙂
Diane
February 25, 2014
Break out your best party dress…the Sail Canada Rolex Sailor of the Year Awards are this Friday February 28, 2014. Don’t miss out on applauding our incredible sailors at this prestigious event. See you there!
http://www.sailing.ca/events/sail_canada_rolex_sailor_of_the_year/
Diane
February 20, 2013
Learn basic keelboat racing with me at Humber Sailing and Powerboating Centre, starting this Saturday! I’m offering a Sail Canada Basic Keelboat Racing theory program. You even get a credit toward the summer on water course and an educational tax credit!
Ah, just the thought of it reminds me doing training in France 🙂
http://www.humber.ca/sailing/
February 19, 2014
How often do you get to share the stage with a sailing hero like Gary Jobson? Well last night I got that once in a lifetime opportunity and did just that. National One Design brought us an amazing evening celebrating sailing’s past, present and future. Gary shared some brilliant life experiences along with his most recent adventures covering the last America’s Cup. His poignant stories gave us a chuckle, but also gave us some very interesting food for thought. Graciously Gary shared the stage with me, giving me a chance to share my story with the 100+ crowd in the room. It’s always fun to share my story with others….thank you for the wonderful opportunity Mr. Jobson and thank you to National One Design for putting it all together, but most of all, thank you to all of you who came out in the snow for the fun evening!
Diane
