12oz. Regatta 2008 NOR

Notice of Race Chesapeake Outdoor Group 5th Annual “12 Ounce Regatta” August 16, 2008   The Chesapeake Outdoor Group (COG) is proud to announce the 5th Annual “12 Ounce Regatta” to benefit the Annapolis Maritime Museum.  Skippers and spectators are welcome to attend this fun charity event under the Overlook Pavilion at Port Annapolis Marina on Saturday, August 16.   The Event This regatta allows skippers to exercise their ingenuity in creating the fastest model sailing yacht from common items and at least one empty beer can (soda can for kids class).  To ensure fair competition, all boats must be able to fit within the provided “bucket” and only be constructed of the provided materials.   All boats will be measured and examined for compliance prior to racing.    Competitors may elect to sail in the following classes (subject to approval by the race committee, and minimum number of eight entries per class): Root Beer Class (for children 12 and under with adult supervision) Sport Class (Boat must have a beer can in its original shape used in construction) Grand Prix (Must fit in bucket and use materials provided)(Advanced class). Sponsor Challenge (for local businesses, various sponsorship levels available)   Entrants will receive buckets and the materials with which to build their boats at the Skippers’ Meeting on August 8, 2008 to be held at the Eastport Democratic Club (See Below).  Additionally, class rules and sailing instructions will be presented and reviewed.  It is strongly recommended competitors attend to learn about the new rules concerning this year’s regatta.    On the day of the event, competitors will have an “open course” practice session prior to racing to work out any final details of their design.  The race committee will also be on hand for mandatory boat measurement prior to the regatta (all boats must fit in the bucket in racing trim).   Racing will be conducted in a “round robin” format, allowing all competitors in a class to race one another and participate in multiple races.  Class winners will be determined by the best score across all races.  The Grand Prix class winner will have the skipper and boat name engraved on the perpetual trophy hosted by the Boatyard Bar and Grill.  Other prizes will be awarded to the top competitors.           Preliminary Schedule of Events   Friday August 8:        Skipper’s Meeting        1700-2000       Eastport Democratic Club   Saturday, August 16:    Registration                   1000-1145       Port Annapolis Marina                                     Measurements              1030-1145                                    “Open Course”              1100-1145 Round Robin Racing     1200-1700 (12:00 – 5:00 p.m.)                                     Awards                        Approximately 1830                                     Party with live band      1700-2100  (5:00 – 9:00 p.m.)                                         Spectators and Social Spectators are welcome to view the day’s activities, starting with practice sessions in the open course at noon.  A social for spectators and competitors will accompany the racing and presentation of awards.  Beverages and heavy appetizers will be served.  Spectators are also encouraged to join the raffle for prizes donated by local businesses.    Competitor Entry Procedures, Fees and Deadlines In the interest of fair racing, entries will be limited.  Entries shall be submitted on the official 5th Annual 12 Ounce Regatta Entry Form and be accompanied by appropriate payment (cash, check or paypal only).      The tax-deductible registration fee for competitor entry is $40.00.  Registration includes entry to the regatta, party and materials for the construction of the boats.   Sponsor class entry is $300 (See sponsor package on COG website).  Non-racers admission for regatta and party is $25 ($15 if COG/AMM member).  Kids 12 and under are free.  All proceeds are to benefit the Annapolis Maritime Museum and are tax deductible.   Contacts: president@chesapeakeoutdoor.org For further details about the regatta visit: www.chesapeakeoutdoor.org and keep checking back for updates.