The SYC Gig Harbor Regatta features weekend racing to Gig Harbor and back and is open to sailors of all yacht clubs. A reverse start helps the slower boats arrive in Gig Harbor with plenty of time to enjoy the Saturday party and potluck. Cruising boats are encouraged to participate.
Dates: September 23-24, 2006 (Saturday and Sunday)
Location: Puget Sound
Courses: To be determined.
Time of First Warning: The Saturday start time for the Gig Harbor Regatta has changed from 0900 h to 1000 h. Sunday's start time may also change to 1000 h subject to discretion of Race Committee.
Time Limit: 8 hours each day, or less if specified in Sailing Instructions
Classes to Race: PHRF-NW classes, including Cruiser/Racer Class.
Safety Requirement: PIYA Category III
Other Provisions:
· See SYC General Notice of Race.
· Slower-rated classes will start first.
· SYC welcomes members of all yacht clubs to this event.
Awards: Awards will be presented Saturday evening for that day’s race. Awards for the regatta will be for 1st, 2nd, and 3rd in class.
Social Activities: There will be a party after the racing on Saturday at the SYC Gig Harbor outstation. Sailors should bring hors d’oeuvres or side dishes, yarns, stories, songs, or poems to share. A potluck dinner will follow at roughly 1800 hours. A barbecue is available.
Registration Deadline: None -- boats may register up to the day of the event.
Registration Fee: $40 per boat.
Event Chairperson: Paul Walchenbach, 206-948-7095, pjwalch@sprynet.com