A few years ago, I was training to become a sailing instructor. After I completed my formal instructor training, I spent some time as an assistant teacher, helping out my friend and sailing mentor Mike Jarvis. In-between lectures we talked about the curriculum, and he would share his personal thoughts on the topics. During one…

This last spring I set out to develop a piece of merchandise for the Renton Sailing Center (RSC). To make things fun, I self-imposed a constraint to use my 3D printer. The final product found its way into classes, races, and outreach, connecting with sailors new and old. The product is just a branded whistle…