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Sailing Instructions and Notices of Race

Notice of Race

Sailing Instructions

Other Documents

 

Pursuit Races, 2022

10th Annual SCSC Pursuit Races
Saturday, July 16th at 11:00 hrs

Notice of Race – Sailing Instructions
Competitors List – Start Times
Results

The Pursuit Race is an exciting twist on our traditional races!
Boats will start based on handicaps – High-PHRF boats first, Lower-PHRF boats later.  Each class of boat has their own start time.  Hence, faster boats will PURSUE the slower ones.  The idea is to have everyone finish at the same time (and scare the heck out of the Race Committee).  The first boat across the finish line is the winner!

Start times are created for all boats registered with SCSC. These times will dictate when your boat starts after the conclusion of the initial start sequence. The final start times for registered boats will be posted on Friday evening.

Boats trailing behind may be “scored in place” to keep races rolling.  The Race Committee will notify boats via VHF if they have been scored this way.

There is talk about turning this into one big, huge, long race in which boats will record their own finish times…  Stay tuned for details if we go this route.

If you intend to race in a configuration not listed in the “Competitors List” document above (ie: spinnaker or non, different headsail size, etc) you must let the Race Committee know by NOON FRIDAY.  You may also request optional configurations – ones you may or may not sail with.  The R/C will add all requests to the Start Times form, and you may choose your configuration by announcing at your start.

Sign-up is not required unless you have a configuration change which affects your handicap.

The Pursuit Races are open to all members of the club, and all boats with an assigned handicap.

For questions or to submit handicap changes, use the following form by Friday at Noon:

    May 24, 2022 9:08 pm  Race Status

    Due to high water, the Dave O’Donnell Memorial Regatta and Spring Picnic,
    currently scheduled for Saturday, May 28th, have been canceled.

    Racing is anticipated to resume at our next scheduled race on Tuesday, May
    31st.

    May 20, 2022 5:41 pm  Race Status

    Due to high water, the Breaking Waves race has been postponed to June 18th,
    and the Spring #1 race has been postponed to June 23rd.
    Racing will resume when the river drops below 683 ft.

    Sailing Instructions and Notices of Race

    Notice of Race

    Sailing Instructions

    Other Documents

    * Prints available from the Race Committee at any event.

    How to Host a Beercan Party

    Here are a few tips to help you plan your Beercan party!

    • Sign up on the Beercan page.
    • Plan for about 40-60 people to attend; more if the weather is nice, less if poor.
    • The budget is stated on the sign-up page.  The club will reimburse for receipts up to that amount.
    • If you are sailing, having a shore-side team is helpful, but not necessary.
    • Plan for the weather! If it is going to be cold, hot dishes are king! If it is hot, simple cold salads, burgers and dogs work nicely.
    • Crock pot dishes are easy, and always welcome. You can also take the easy way out and order pizzas or other delivery-type food. Just keep the budget in mind. Two deliveries of hot food is a good idea.
    • There are grills and electric outlets at the point that can be used for food prep. Check the tanks of the gas grill to make sure they are full. The club has tanks in the shed you may use – please refill them if necessary.
    • Crockpots and similar items can be plugged in at the SCMC banquet room kitchen while racing, then moved to the point for the party.  (Check with marina for permission)
    • A couple of days before the beercan, check the coolers in the club shed to see how much water and pop there is (contact any board member for the lock code to the club shed). If more is needed, please stock up. Pop, water, and non-alcoholic beverages are good choices. People can BYOB. While you are in the shed, check supplies of plates, utensils and napkins. If more are needed, please stock up.
    • On the day of the Beercan, fill the coolers with ice, close the drain, and transport them to the point.
    • Take two trash bins to the point – one for recycling and one for trash. The club also has folding tables in the shed if needed.
    • At the end of the Beercan, make sure everything is cleaned up and dispose of trash and recycling. Drain and put the coolers back in the shed.  The recycling dumpster is near the gin pole.
    • Save all receipts and send them to the treasurer.

    SCMC members or renters wishing to host:
    Please book the point in your name with SCMC (have them cancel the SCSC booking), or choose another venue as you see fit.  This applies to all beercan events, including those with no venue currently assigned.