Winter is finally over. Before we get into 2013, here is a reminder of what we've been missing:
We had our spring meeting last Sunday. Here's a recap:
Our crew training seminar is scheduled for June 1, 9a-4p. Total class participants depends on how many boats we get to go out for on-the-water training. Right now we have 7 volunteers: Ross, McArthur, Morrison, Monro, Schultz, Galloway and Harrison. We would love to get more boats so if you are around on June 1 and would like to help out, let me know. Sign up for members who want to participate in the seminar is now available online at http://norotonyc.org/ in the Member's Only area.
We have six owners who have volunteered their boats to be in the team race program so we are good to go for our practices. We will need 6 more boats for the Kirby Cup in September. We will be asking for volunteers when the time comes.
As you all know, the Sonar World Championships is being held September 18-22. The regatta will be held in Rochester NY. Our Fleet 1 goal is to send 10+ boats. We know it is a bit of a drive but Rochester YC is known for running outstanding events so it is worth the effort.
Leading up to the Worlds, the SCA has decided to award trophies to the overall best finishers in the four SCA sanctioned events: The Tappan Zee Challenge (May 11-12), The LIS Champs (Noroton, June 15-16), The ACC's (Marblehead, July 26-28) and the New England's (Vineyard Haven, Aug 10-11). To qualify, you need to race in 3 of the 4 events. For fleet 1, the TZC and the LIS are easy. No long drives, no hotels, you don't miss any of our season. If you get those in you only need to race in one of the remaining two. The reality is not many people will qualify so your odds of picking up some silver are pretty good.
We will have three barbecues this summer. Dates are: June 9, July 14 and August 18. Mark your calendars.
Our fleet continues to grow. We have three new boats this year: Michael Aingorn, Greg Danilek and Andy Fisher. We should get multiple weeks with 18+ boats on the line!
Fleet 1 dues is $50. Please send a check, made out to Sonar Fleet 1 (include your name, boat number and partner's names.) to:
Jean Galloway
26 Friendlee La.
Wilton, CT 06897
Just a reminder, fleet 1 dues is separate from SCA membership. SCA membership is required to race in sanctioned regattas.
Dry sail assignments will be finalized prior to the start of the season.
Thanks, we're looking forward to a great season.
Scott and Bruce
CALENDAR:
Tappan Zee Challenge: Nyack Boat Club, May 11-12
Memorial Day Series: Sun-Mon, May 26-27
Crew Training Seminar: June 1, 9a-4p
Fleet barbecue: June 9 after racing
LIS Champs: Noroton YC, June 15-16
July 4th Series: Thu July 4, Sun July 7
Fleet barbecue: July 14 after racing
ACC: Eastern YC, July 26-28
New England Champs: Vineyard Haven YC, August 10-11
Fleet Barbecue: August 18 after racing
Labor Day Series: Sun-Mon, Sep 1-2
Kirby Cup: Noroton YC, Sat-Sun, Sep 7-8
2013 World Championships: Rochester YC, September 18-22
