Bluewater Cruising Presents Cruising the Mediterranean, Family Style

The Greer Family

Bluewater Cruising Association’s next Club Night on April 16, 2013 presents Cruising the Mediterranean, Family Style. 

Summary:
David and Karalee Greer spent two years cruising the Mediterranean with their three children, from 2001 thru 2003.  Join us to hear what it was like as they learned how to cope in a 43’ sailboat, Dragonsinger, avoid storms and home-school their children. Hear about exotic cultures like Tunisia and the wonders of exploring the Sahara Desert. Their adventure gave the Greer family a wealth of lifetime experiences that they still draw from today.

Date: April 16, 2013
Time: 7:00 – 10:00 pm
Location: 3475 Ripon Road (RVYC), Victoria
Cost: $5.00 ($10.00 for guests)

BCA fosters seamanship and friendship for people with an active interest in offshore cruising.

To learn more visit:  http://www.bluewatercruising.org/events/event_details.asp?id=298349

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