Dear %%FIRST%%:

Please take action today by renewing your membership with Sail America.

In the face of the enormous economic challenges our industry is facing, we now need each other more than ever. By working together, we can harness our collective energies and resources to help create a stronger and healthier sailing market. Membership income is an essential funding source that helps us provide you with the tools to improve your business and allows us to develop new opportunities to grow the sailing market.

Sign Up Today!

With member benefits — including discounted space rates at Sail America shows, cost-saving affinity programs (e.g. discounts with Avis, Staples and FedEx) and access to a database of over 50,000 sailing prospects — the value has never been better. Get up-to-date market information, ongoing business education, and regular industry news. Your membership also supports industry-wide initiatives such as Discover Sailing and Grow Boating.

Renew Your Sail America Membership by July 1 and Benefit
From a 5% Discount or an Easy-Payment Plan!

In recognition of the tough economic times, Sail America’s membership dues will stay the same for the 2009/2010 membership year. In addition, if you pay your dues in full by July 1, 2009, you can take advantage of a 5% discount, or you can opt to pay half of your dues by July 1, 2009 and the other half by October 1, 2009 (please email Kimberly at Kimberly@sailamerica.com to learn more).

There are three ways to renew your membership with Sail America:

1. Submit payment for the invoice we sent you recently
2. RENEW ONLINE
3. Mail or fax a MEMBERSHIP APPLICATION FORM

Please visit us at www.sailamerica.com/membership/index.asp to learn more about Sail America's membership services and benefits. Alternatively, please call Jonathan or Kimberly at (401) 841-0900 or email Sail America at:
membership@sailamerica.com.


Best regards,

Jonathan Banks
Executive Director, Sail America