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Cadets from the Isle of Dogs Sea Cadet Unit conducted their final summer sailing session in July 2004 at the Royal Victoria Docks.Watch The session took place in 15 to 20 knots of westerly wind, requiring the Zess dinghies to be reefed down to three reefs.0:17 Despite the strong breeze, the cadets demonstrated proficiency in steering, tacking, jibing, and spilling wind to manage the gusts.0:17 The training curriculum included dinghy sailing, windsurfing, capsize drills, and man-overboard recovery exercises, supported by four instructors.1:23 Participants utilized the Spond app to coordinate future activities, including upcoming sessions at the Welsh Harp and the Royal Victoria Docks.2:11 The session concluded with the cadets and instructors entering the water before returning to shore.3:32

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