Ahoy, Sailors!
As summer is in full swing, our club is hosting many fun events to make the most of the season! Please be sure to visit our beautiful GMSC website to see upcoming events and join in on the fun!
EXCITING ANNOUNCMENT: US Sailing Championship of Champions Partnership
I am excited and proud to share that GMSC is partnering with US Sailing, the national governing body for sailing in the United States, to host the 2024 Championship of Champions Regatta. 2024 Championship of Champions - US Sailing . The regatta is scheduled for October 2-6, 2024 (races occur October 4-6). Hosting this prestigious regatta is an honor and a privilege for our club, presenting a wonderful opportunity to display the stunning beauty of Lake Maumelle and our esteemed sailing club.
As background, the Championship of Champions represents a very notable event in the world of sailing. It brings together up to 19 competitors who have demonstrated exceptional skill and achievement by becoming the current national North American or World champions of their respective classes. The race determines who is the CHAMPION amongst the champions!
Our CoC committee, led by Drew Daugherty, is working hard to put on a world-class regatta. To make this an extra exceptional event, we are looking for corporate sponsors – our goal is to raise at least $10,000. We are seeking sponsors at various levels: Presenting ($5,000), Partner ($2,500), Benefactor ($1,000) and Patron ($500). If you know of any businesses, or potentially your employer, that would be interested sponsoring (and of course getting recognition and benefits) please let Drew Daugherty know.
We will provide regular updates to club members to keep you informed. With guests arriving from across the country, we plan to ensure our grounds and clubhouse are pristine! One thing EVERY MEMBER can do between now and October is to look for opportunities to clean, tidy, and maintain our club. This includes regularly maintaining your slip and boat(s) as well as ensuring our grounds and clubhouse are well-maintained.
Racing Updates
Centerboard racing is in full swing! A big thank you to Jon Claas, who is running the races for the 2024 Centerboard season, as well as Greg Hamilton, who continues to coordinate RC volunteers and program needs. The fleets are seeing good participation and of course everyone enjoys socializing after the races!
I would like to encourage every member to serve on the race committee at least one time every year. Racing is the lifeblood of our club and serving on the RC is fun, keeps racers on the line and provides a terrific opportunity to be on the water with fellow members! Race Committee Details and SIGN UP
The Spring has Been Busy – With Social, Education and Volunteerism!