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Exciting times at the 2012 South West International Boat Show

Category : At the Shows

asa booth boat showThis year, ASA will be participating for the first time in Texas’ largest in-water boat show, the South West International Boat Show. And if it’s the biggest thing in Texas, you know it’s going to be HUGE. You’ll be able to find us there along with many of our sailing schools.

WHEN: March 22-25, 2012
WHERE: South Shore Harbour Marina, Bay Area Houston, Texas

All the biggest boat manufacturers will be there, including Beneteau, Hunter, Jeanneau, Lagoon, Catalina, and Leopard. Come check out their latest models in the beautiful warm-weather setting of the Texas gulf coast. Over 400 boats will be in the water, and many of them ready to demo!

At the ASA booth you’ll meet some of our instructors, who love nothing more than to chat about sailing, and you can find out how to take the next step in your sailing dreams, whether you’re just getting started or you’re already an experienced hand. Since this will be our first time at the show, we’re extra excited! Texas, here we come.

With live music every day of the show, food from local restaurants, and free seminars by sailing experts…why wouldn’t you want to be there?

As a special bonus to ASA members and readers of this blog, here’s a coupon for $2 off show admission. (Just click on the link twice to download the PDF.) We can’t wait to see you there!
SWIBS Coupon

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