T2020 MC Fleet SATURDAY Racing Information:
We have had three successful early season Saturday race days and here is our plan for the very unique summer of 2020.
What: MC Fleet 104 Racing Saturdays June, July, August, September
Who: All MC Fleet and other sailboats welcome to join.
PRO: Rotate through fleet. PLEASE volunteer. If you are novice PROs, Mentors will guide you through this process.
DATES to NOTE
JULY 5 - Sunday instead of Sat July 4. We also may go out earlier that day to avoid boat traffic. Stay tuned!
JULY 11 - Early Morning Start for to GLSS Fundraiser.
JULY 18 - ROCKY POINT CUP
AUGUST 1 - Keep on the lookout. This may have to change to Aug. 2nd if Hot Fun is postponed.
When: Noon 12:00. (Hour Gun 11:00)
Where: Main Lake of Gull.
This summer we hope to try sailing off of the Eastern Rock Pile and Steamboat Bay. Both Dates TBD
COVID RULES: There will be no group social gathering at the club dock before or after races. One Household per PRO Team. Bouys with anchors and Flags will be set outside the clubhouse prior to the race set up. Gear will be returned to outside clubhouse lower doors. Avoid entry and use of lower level in order to keep space clean for sailing school.
SAFETY: We need one Safety Boat out there each race. To help PRO teams, please encourage your family to check on your safety. Life vests and flotation panels are excellent options to reduce risk to sailors, PRO and safety teams. Throwable flotation in all boats is state law. You are responsible for your own safety and a safety team will assist you if available. Respect physical distance between boats. SAFETY NEVER TAKES A HOLIDAY.
COURSES: 3-5 20 minute races per Saturday. Course design at the discretion of the PRO will be communicated prior to starts.
3 minute starts.
COMMUNICATIONS: Prior to the Racing, we will use the GLYC MC FLEET Text Group to monitor weather and general plans
During racing, radios will be used. Chanel 72
PLEASE add new and potential sailors and teams to this email list and forward along to them.
SCORING: Each race will be scored. Results will be posted on FLEET TEXT.
We will be Accumulating Scores for the Season
WEATHER: Times may change if weather is a factor. A race may be rescheduled for Sunday if the PRO team deems appropriate. The TEXT GROUP and Chanel 72 radio will be used to communicate postponements and cancellations
FINANCES:
Each MC registered to the fleet will need to pay a fee $150 per boat. We highly encourage a donation to GLSS at the Skipper Level or greater. For those of you who have not already made your donation to GLSS, here is the link to the easy to use website.
DUES: Each boat needs to pay a fleet dues of $150 to T. Dunphy. This helps to support the use of club facilities and fleet costs.
FUN REGATTA Logistics: The fleet will support the Fun Regatta on Saturday, August 1, 2020. We anticipate a great showing of the fleet and seek volunteers for on and off the water tasks. This should not interfere with your ability to sail in the races. Learn about Launching, Boat Inspection, Race Equipment, Trophies, PRO helper, Safety, Scoring, Marks and Mooring. Thanks for volunteering!
SPECIAL AWARDS
2020 Kate and Gene Driessen Sportsmanship Award - Dr. Tyler Dunphy
Tyler has been working hard for our community in the midst of a challenging year. Giving to others. Tyler's excellent competition has been missed on the race course this season. We look forward to seeing you on the starting and finish line in 2021!
2019 Kate and Gene Driessen Sportsmanship Award - Chuck Arvesen
Chuck was an all around participant for 2019 and critical to the success of the MC Invite. No task was too big or too small! Thanks Chuck for all your hard work!
2018 Kate and Gene Driessen Sportsmanship Award - John Sumner
John has shown us all how to be open to learning and trying new adventures. Thanks John for being such a great fleet member.
PHOTOS
Please share your photos and stories of adventure with the group!
Please contact us if you have any questions or concerns. Have Fun Out There!
Your MC Fleet Officers,
Vince Driessen
Peter Dunphy
Tyler Dunphy
Katie Arvesen
We have had three successful early season Saturday race days and here is our plan for the very unique summer of 2020.
What: MC Fleet 104 Racing Saturdays June, July, August, September
Who: All MC Fleet and other sailboats welcome to join.
PRO: Rotate through fleet. PLEASE volunteer. If you are novice PROs, Mentors will guide you through this process.
DATES to NOTE
JULY 5 - Sunday instead of Sat July 4. We also may go out earlier that day to avoid boat traffic. Stay tuned!
JULY 11 - Early Morning Start for to GLSS Fundraiser.
JULY 18 - ROCKY POINT CUP
AUGUST 1 - Keep on the lookout. This may have to change to Aug. 2nd if Hot Fun is postponed.
When: Noon 12:00. (Hour Gun 11:00)
Where: Main Lake of Gull.
This summer we hope to try sailing off of the Eastern Rock Pile and Steamboat Bay. Both Dates TBD
COVID RULES: There will be no group social gathering at the club dock before or after races. One Household per PRO Team. Bouys with anchors and Flags will be set outside the clubhouse prior to the race set up. Gear will be returned to outside clubhouse lower doors. Avoid entry and use of lower level in order to keep space clean for sailing school.
SAFETY: We need one Safety Boat out there each race. To help PRO teams, please encourage your family to check on your safety. Life vests and flotation panels are excellent options to reduce risk to sailors, PRO and safety teams. Throwable flotation in all boats is state law. You are responsible for your own safety and a safety team will assist you if available. Respect physical distance between boats. SAFETY NEVER TAKES A HOLIDAY.
COURSES: 3-5 20 minute races per Saturday. Course design at the discretion of the PRO will be communicated prior to starts.
3 minute starts.
COMMUNICATIONS: Prior to the Racing, we will use the GLYC MC FLEET Text Group to monitor weather and general plans
During racing, radios will be used. Chanel 72
PLEASE add new and potential sailors and teams to this email list and forward along to them.
SCORING: Each race will be scored. Results will be posted on FLEET TEXT.
We will be Accumulating Scores for the Season
WEATHER: Times may change if weather is a factor. A race may be rescheduled for Sunday if the PRO team deems appropriate. The TEXT GROUP and Chanel 72 radio will be used to communicate postponements and cancellations
FINANCES:
Each MC registered to the fleet will need to pay a fee $150 per boat. We highly encourage a donation to GLSS at the Skipper Level or greater. For those of you who have not already made your donation to GLSS, here is the link to the easy to use website.
DUES: Each boat needs to pay a fleet dues of $150 to T. Dunphy. This helps to support the use of club facilities and fleet costs.
FUN REGATTA Logistics: The fleet will support the Fun Regatta on Saturday, August 1, 2020. We anticipate a great showing of the fleet and seek volunteers for on and off the water tasks. This should not interfere with your ability to sail in the races. Learn about Launching, Boat Inspection, Race Equipment, Trophies, PRO helper, Safety, Scoring, Marks and Mooring. Thanks for volunteering!
SPECIAL AWARDS
2020 Kate and Gene Driessen Sportsmanship Award - Dr. Tyler Dunphy
Tyler has been working hard for our community in the midst of a challenging year. Giving to others. Tyler's excellent competition has been missed on the race course this season. We look forward to seeing you on the starting and finish line in 2021!
2019 Kate and Gene Driessen Sportsmanship Award - Chuck Arvesen
Chuck was an all around participant for 2019 and critical to the success of the MC Invite. No task was too big or too small! Thanks Chuck for all your hard work!
2018 Kate and Gene Driessen Sportsmanship Award - John Sumner
John has shown us all how to be open to learning and trying new adventures. Thanks John for being such a great fleet member.
PHOTOS
Please share your photos and stories of adventure with the group!
Please contact us if you have any questions or concerns. Have Fun Out There!
Your MC Fleet Officers,
Vince Driessen
Peter Dunphy
Tyler Dunphy
Katie Arvesen