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Sail on the Wind and Master Basic Windsurfing
Skills
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One of kids’ favorite water sports at summer camp is windsurfing, an exciting mix of the laid-back feel of surf sports and the more rules-based structure of sailing.
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A challenging, exhilarating way to glide across the water, windsurfing is a super addition to lakefront camp favorites like sailing, canoeing, kayaking and swimming.
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A perfect combination of the skills of sailing and the independence of surfing, windsurfing has gained a huge following over the years since it emerged in California in the 1960s.
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A single sail is attached to a mast and boom, calling for the rider to use wind, weight and balance to zip across the water.
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How Windsurfing Works
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The first thing kids need to know is a general understanding of sailing theory and basic windsurfing techniques.
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On-the-water practice helps develop the automatic muscle memory reactions that lets them stay upright while skimming along the water borne by the wind.
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First, beginners must learn to stand on the board while holding the boom and balancing their weight against that of the sail, a feat that’s harder than it sounds.
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The first few rides often include lots of falls, so when kids finally start to zip across the lake, it’s an exciting moment.
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Once you get the hang of going straight, it’s time to know how to turn, which involves a complex manouvering of sail, wind pressure and the sailor’s weight.
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Basic sailing, steering and turning can be learned in a few hours…
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…but competency and mastery of advanced manouvers involves a lot more practice, and kids love to practice windsurfing!
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Windsurfing at Summer Camp
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An awesome addition to summer camp’s super line up of waterfront activities, windsurfing offers endless opportunities to learn new skills.
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As with all waterfront activities, campers signing up for windsurfing should first be able to pass a swim test.
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Kids love the thrill of achieving new levels of board and sail handling, eventually leading up to the ability to perform exciting freestyle moves and simple stunts.
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Learning to keep your balance, especially while turning, is a challenge, and kids love the feeling of achievement as they hit each new level of handling the wind and board.
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Even paddling around on the board on a windless summer day is an idyllic way to spend time with fellow campers.
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Camp Instruction
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Always encouraging a fun and positive environment, talented, well-qualified summer camp instructors will provide a structured, friendly environment for learning the thrill of riding the wind with just a simple board and sail.
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Many instructors were once campers on the lake themselves, moving up in skills until they were old enough to introduce one of their favorite sports to a new group of campers.
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Before heading out onto the lake, kids learn the basics of water safety, wind direction, board handling and rigging and de-rigging.
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Once they’ve got the background to move out onto the water, campers are supervised and assisted by instructors in motorized patrol boats.
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Of course, as in all camp activities, there’s always time for some exciting games and friendly races.
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Camp Walt Whitman in the White Mountains of New Hampshire is a coed sleepaway summer camp that offers all kinds of water sports, including windsurfing.
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Visit the site to see photos of our campers windsurfing on the lake.
http://www.campwalt.com.