Paul Mixon and Bill Pinkney: Webisode #2

Planning the Dream

Bill Pinkney was a sailing legend who wanted to leave a legacy for his grandkids. Paul Mixon also loved sailing and wanted to introduce the sport to other African Americans. See how these kindred spirits joined forces to create a mutual dream.

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	Dreaming Learn how the sport of sailing drew two remarkable African Americans to a common dream.		Spreading the Word To Paul Mixon, starting a Black Boaters Summit seemed at times like sailing into the wind.
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	Achievement In 1997, after a lengthy search for captains and participants, it was anchors aweigh on the Black Boaters Summit.		Living the Dream Black Boaters Summit launched in 1997, and for ten years, it's been smooth sailing.
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	Smooth Sailors Read the stories of Paul Mixon and Bill Pinkney, two sailors whose unique lives came together in pursuit of a common dream. See how their efforts and passion turned a desire to bring sailing to African Americans into a successful annual boating event. Read the Profile
	The Photos The Black Boaters Summit is now ten years old. Meet the men who made it happen and see how learning to sail has changed the lives of hundreds of African Americans. View the Photos

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