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Strictly Sail Chicago
January 26-29, 2012
Web: www.strictlysailchicago.com/
Welcome Sailors! To the Progressive® Insurance Strictly Sail® Chicago Boat Show. We're celebrating 17 years on Chicago's waterfront at the famous Navy Pier!
The Midwest’s only and the nation’s largest indoor all-sail boat show arrives January 26–29, 2012 at Chicago's famous Navy Pier. The Progressive Insurance Strictly Sail Chicago is a must-attend event for all sailors and has become one of Chicago’s favorite boat shows. The 2012 Progressive Insurance Strictly Sail Chicago Show offers more boats, more gear, more seminars and more fun than ever!
The fun begins Thursday, January 26th and will not end until the final bell sounds on Sunday, January 29th. This four-day sailing extravaganza features the latest and greatest the sailing industry has to offer. You’ll find the latest boat designs and their designers, the newest sailing gear, accessories and hardware from the industries top suppliers and the most up to date charter information, all from more than 250 exhibiting companies from around the globe.
The Progressive Insurance Strictly Sail Chicago Show is resource for learning and fun. Something we call "Edutainment." You'll find more interactive seminars, more hands-on learning, and more classroom seminars providing opportunities for new sailors to learn about sailing and experienced sailors to improve their skills and become more confident at the helm.
Sailors of all ages and abilities find the Progressive Insurance Strictly Sail Chicago Show “the sailing event” of the year. This year's activities include a full schedule of seminars from the most renowned sailors in the world, live music, great prize giveaways and special events for every attendee. Additionally, Navy Pier, located on Chicago’s famous waterfront, offers restaurants, shops and fun filled activities to fill every landlubber’s day. Make it a day trip or better yet make it a weekend getaway. The Progressive Insurance Strictly Sail Chicago promises to deliver an experience that you'll talk about until you return next year.
Features Currently Being Planned for 2012 Include:
SEMINARS—World adventure cruisers, authors, experts in navigation software, weather and sailing equipment specialist will share their stories and knowledge through the show's extensive seminar program. Unless noted on the schedule all seminars are free with the price of admission. Seminars are subject to change so please check the website frequently. Jimmy Cornell to make a rare US appearance at the 2012 Show. Details for his appearance will be posted shortly or become a Facebook Fan and be the first to hear his schedule.
INTERACTIVE SEMINARS- On the show floor and included with the price of admission. These seminars will teach you how to "Do It Yourself" and help you clearly understand how to fix, maintain and take care of the little things every boat requires. Schedules and subjects posted under the seminar tab..
AUTHOR’S CORNER- Some of the greatest adventurers of our time will be on hand to share their sailing experiences. Stop by the AC and meet your favorite author. Stop back for a list of authors in attendance.
REMOTE CONTROL SAILING POND- We'll have boats on the water at the Progressive Insurance Strictly Sail Chicago Show. By popular demand we're bringing back the remote control sailing pond to the show. Challenge your family and friends or bring a group from your local sailing club. Everyone gets a chance to race against their closest worthy opponent or race against the clock and take home bragging rights as the fastest sailor at Strictly Sail.
Plus: The Affordability Pavilion, Sail Magazine's Innovation Station, Second Hand Sailing with hands on DIY upgrades, Kid Boat Building, Coloring contests and more fun for kids than ever before.
Strictly Sail has something for everyone!
Show Hours: 11am–8pm Thursday & Friday, *New Weekend Hours* 10am–7pm Saturday, 10am–5pm Sunday
January 26-29, 2012
Web: www.strictlysailchicago.com/
Welcome Sailors! To the Progressive® Insurance Strictly Sail® Chicago Boat Show. We're celebrating 17 years on Chicago's waterfront at the famous Navy Pier!
The Midwest’s only and the nation’s largest indoor all-sail boat show arrives January 26–29, 2012 at Chicago's famous Navy Pier. The Progressive Insurance Strictly Sail Chicago is a must-attend event for all sailors and has become one of Chicago’s favorite boat shows. The 2012 Progressive Insurance Strictly Sail Chicago Show offers more boats, more gear, more seminars and more fun than ever!
The fun begins Thursday, January 26th and will not end until the final bell sounds on Sunday, January 29th. This four-day sailing extravaganza features the latest and greatest the sailing industry has to offer. You’ll find the latest boat designs and their designers, the newest sailing gear, accessories and hardware from the industries top suppliers and the most up to date charter information, all from more than 250 exhibiting companies from around the globe.
The Progressive Insurance Strictly Sail Chicago Show is resource for learning and fun. Something we call "Edutainment." You'll find more interactive seminars, more hands-on learning, and more classroom seminars providing opportunities for new sailors to learn about sailing and experienced sailors to improve their skills and become more confident at the helm.
Sailors of all ages and abilities find the Progressive Insurance Strictly Sail Chicago Show “the sailing event” of the year. This year's activities include a full schedule of seminars from the most renowned sailors in the world, live music, great prize giveaways and special events for every attendee. Additionally, Navy Pier, located on Chicago’s famous waterfront, offers restaurants, shops and fun filled activities to fill every landlubber’s day. Make it a day trip or better yet make it a weekend getaway. The Progressive Insurance Strictly Sail Chicago promises to deliver an experience that you'll talk about until you return next year.
Features Currently Being Planned for 2012 Include:
SEMINARS—World adventure cruisers, authors, experts in navigation software, weather and sailing equipment specialist will share their stories and knowledge through the show's extensive seminar program. Unless noted on the schedule all seminars are free with the price of admission. Seminars are subject to change so please check the website frequently. Jimmy Cornell to make a rare US appearance at the 2012 Show. Details for his appearance will be posted shortly or become a Facebook Fan and be the first to hear his schedule.
INTERACTIVE SEMINARS- On the show floor and included with the price of admission. These seminars will teach you how to "Do It Yourself" and help you clearly understand how to fix, maintain and take care of the little things every boat requires. Schedules and subjects posted under the seminar tab..
AUTHOR’S CORNER- Some of the greatest adventurers of our time will be on hand to share their sailing experiences. Stop by the AC and meet your favorite author. Stop back for a list of authors in attendance.
REMOTE CONTROL SAILING POND- We'll have boats on the water at the Progressive Insurance Strictly Sail Chicago Show. By popular demand we're bringing back the remote control sailing pond to the show. Challenge your family and friends or bring a group from your local sailing club. Everyone gets a chance to race against their closest worthy opponent or race against the clock and take home bragging rights as the fastest sailor at Strictly Sail.
Plus: The Affordability Pavilion, Sail Magazine's Innovation Station, Second Hand Sailing with hands on DIY upgrades, Kid Boat Building, Coloring contests and more fun for kids than ever before.
Strictly Sail has something for everyone!
Show Hours: 11am–8pm Thursday & Friday, *New Weekend Hours* 10am–7pm Saturday, 10am–5pm Sunday