1. OSCA Summer Cruise 2018 “In Search of Varied Treasure” under the voluntary* fleet direction of Capt Jerry Edwards s/v Wicked Winch
*cannot be stressed enough

2. OSCA’s Decade of Summer Destinations Which ways did we go?
2018
OSCA’s Decade of Summer Destinations Which ways did we go?
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3. Capt Jerry’s Desired Outcome
To spend time cruising with like-minded sailing enthusiasts in a way that promotes numerous options for camaraderie as well as independence so that sailors of various ability, personality and interests are supported to ensure safety, learning, and memorable satisfaction

4. Summer Cruise Guiding Principles
Safety of the Fleet in itinerary design and all decisions while under way
Individual Accountability…ultimate decisions rest with each boat captain
Inclusivity & Communication…if you fall behind you will not be left behind
Coordinated Flexibility…daily port activities, join as you wish

5. 2018 Itinerary Design Considerations
25nm per day max
Anchorages and harbors both
Use current when practical
Build-in midweek slack for unanticipated delays
Include new harbors along with trusted favorites
Customary cruise window July 21-29

6. OSCA Summer Cruise 2018 Journey to Nantucket Sound
“In Search of Varied Treasure”

7. Bounteous Activities (subject to change)
Third Beach Invasion Kickoff BYOE Party
Tarpaulin Cove-r Your Ears Late Night Sing-a-long-with Sudsea
Vineyard Haven Welcome Cocktail Party at Bowling Hitch Bistro
The Blake Paddleboard Invitational
Bus Excursions around the Vineyard
Vineyard Haven Wine & Cheese Cocktail Party
Hyannis JFK Museum Tour
Woods Hole Oceanographic Institute Lecture
Scurvy Awareness Happy Hour at Land Fall in Woods Hole
Hike to dinner at the Black Bass Grille, South Dartmouth
Cruise-end award ceremony

8. Timetable for Cruise Planning
February Dead of Winter Party Itinerary Feedback
Feb 18 Announce the Official 2018 Cruise Itinerary
Feb 19 – July 20 Recruiting sailing enthusiasts
March – May: Fine tune planning, Secure reservations as necessary
April 8 Tech Night Presentation OSCA
Early July Route Planning
July 21, Arrive at Third Beach by 6:00pm

9. OSCA Summer Cruise 2018 Satisfaction Guaranteed or your Booty Back
Capt Jerry
Dockwa does not accept booty to hold reservations

10. Journey to Nantucket Sound + Boston Bonus!
Hearty
Souls
Journey to Nantucket Sound + Boston Bonus!
Note: mid-cruise option for Nantucket if not up for second night in Vineyard Haven
Includes Woods Hole Eel Pond!
Separates in Padanaram on Saturday morning
Scituate, Boston, and Plymouth (New3)
Red Sox game weather permitting