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Eight Bells... Remembering those who have passed
The tradition of Eight Bells pays respect to deceased mariners and signifies that a sailor's “watch” is over.
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Atlantic Coast Championship
2024 event is July 27-28 at the Helly Hansen Sailing World Regatta Series - Marblehead
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Boat Grant
News and updates on the Boat Grant Program
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BOATS - Let's get more on the Water!
All things about buying and selling Lightnings. Including features from the Classifieds.
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From the Desk of the Lightning Class Historian
Our Class Historians Blog. Sharing interesting stories and information about our boats and the people who have sailed them.
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From the ILCA Chief Measurer
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From the ILCA President
Communication directly from ILCA Class President
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From the ILCA Treasurer
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Member Spotlight
Learn more about your fellow Lightning Sailors!
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Michigan District
News and Updates from the MI District
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North American Championship - 2024
Join us at the Buffalo Canoe Club - Aug 7-11! Four days of great racing and fun!
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SELD District
Southeastern Lightning District - News and Information
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Southern Circuit
News and information pertaining to the 2022 Southern Circuit - scheduled to take place March 19-25, 2022 at the St Petersburg YC, St Petersburg, FL and Coconut Grove Sailing Club, Miami, FL.
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Women's, Junior and Masters NA Championships -2024
Join us at the Buffalo Canoe Club - Aug 3-6! 3 Days of Great Racing and Fun!
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World Championship
Information and updates on the upcoming Master and World Championships. Nov 27- Dec 3, 2023 Club Naval De Castillo Grande in Cartagena, Colombia
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Youth World Championship
News and Information on the Youth World Championship
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