Ski Skills

Marshall got up on skis almost his first try. Today, he was pretty determined he was just going to keep skiing and skiing... around the bay. And again!  Finally he let go, and aced this most beautiful splash-down.

Katie had a huge cheering fan club on the dock

 And displayed lovely form... what a great new skill to add to the fun repertoire!  We've been teaching kids and adults to waterski for more years than we care to recall.  It sure beats just lying in a tube... although that is undoubtedly easier.  There is a great thrill to be speeding behind a boat, crossing the wake, handling the waves, feeling the pull of the boat through your arms and the water slap under your feet.  It's a fabulous, life-long sport.

Sometimes it takes several tries before the skier finds that 'sweet spot' where balance and strength come together to let you overcome the water's drag and the water's pull.  David gave Bethany some pointers -- that's one of the best ways we've found to teach, to have one of our BMD out there in the water with you!

Well done all you kids today, winners all, for giving it a try!