Reduce the Environmental Footprint of owning
a Yacht
by 83%
It's hard to find a more effective a way to connect with the natural
environment than sailing. Sailing may well be the ultimate way to be reminded of the
interconnection between ourselves and this planet. Imbedded in the teeth of a gale, feeling
nature's power, while
knowing that your survival depends on the engineering capabilities of the human
mind brings our relationship to nature into clear focus. Our ability to mold and assemble materials in a complex pattern to withstand
and harness the forces of nature exemplifies how we can choose to apply
technology in our lives.
Under sail we become intimate with the elements and yet are not intimidated by them. Empowered by
the
wind, warmed by the sun, refreshed by the rain we become aware of the elements
that sustain life on this planet. Where else would you voluntarily
stand at attention for hours while the rain is pelting your face? Where else can
you harness the power of wind to propel you into the future? Where else can you
be exposed to the life giving force of the sea while bringing along some of the
comforts of home?
Alas
all this comes with an environmental cost. At Sail-Share
we are not blind to the
environmental footprint that is left by the production of a fiberglass hull, a
lead keel, a wooden interior, not to mention the diesel engine and all it
contains. There is also the bottom paint and other maintenance tasks that
every boat needs to stay viable. All these environmental costs are incurred
whether the yacht is used three weeks a month or three weeks a year. As you can
see by the warranty work that had to be performed on our brand new hunter as
shown in the picture at left, it doesn't matter if its a new boat or an old
one, the maintenance issues remain.
By joining the Sail-Share program you are reducing these environmental
impacts by 83%. As a member in our program you share your footprint with five
other members. Your sailing experience is enhanced and your mind is put at ease
by knowing that you have truly done your best to reduce the environmental
impacts of your sailing adventures.
It's hard to find a more effective a way to connect with the natural
environment than sailing. Sailing may well be the ultimate way to be reminded of the
interconnection between ourselves and this planet. Imbedded in the teeth of a gale, feeling
nature's power, while
knowing that your survival depends on the engineering capabilities of the human
mind brings our relationship to nature into clear focus. Our ability to mold and assemble materials in a complex pattern to withstand
and harness the forces of nature exemplifies how we can choose to apply
technology in our lives. 
Alas
all this comes with an environmental cost. At Sail-Share
we are not blind to the
environmental footprint that is left by the production of a fiberglass hull, a
lead keel, a wooden interior, not to mention the diesel engine and all it
contains. There is also the bottom paint and other maintenance tasks that
every boat needs to stay viable. All these environmental costs are incurred
whether the yacht is used three weeks a month or three weeks a year. As you can
see by the warranty work that had to be performed on our brand new hunter as
shown in the picture at left, it doesn't matter if its a new boat or an old
one, the maintenance issues remain.