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Notice of Race
Labor Day Regatta
September 2nd and 3rd, 2023
Join us for GMSC’s 2023 Labor Day Regatta
Rules
The regatta will be governed by Rules in the current Racing Rules of Sailing, the Class Rules of each fleet, and GMSC’s 2023 Centerboard Instructions.
Eligibility
The regatta is open to Y-Flyers, Flying Scots, Thistles, and catamarans.
Competitors from outside clubs are welcome, but advance notice is required to plan accordingly for meals and camping permits.
Spectators are welcome. Advanced notice suggested; arrival by Noon required.
Entry & Fees
Registration is available online at GMSC.org and in-person on race day.
Race registration is $10 per boat, not including dinner.
Dinner is $10 per person. Please register in advance to help with food planning.
Schedule
SATURDAY, SEPTEMBER 2
11:30am Registration at Pavilion
Noon Competitors Meeting at Pavilion
1pm Harbor Gun
Dinner and drinks to follow at the Clubhouse circa 6pm
SUNDAY, SEPTEMBER 3
1pm Harbor Gun
After racing Awards Presentation at the Clubhouse
Courses
Courses will be announced at the Competitors Meeting.
We will attempt to sail as many races as possible.
Five races must be completed to warrant a throw-out.
Prizes
Prizes will be awarded to skippers and crews first through third place.
Housing For out of Town Guests
There are many hotels in the vicinity of GMSC, Aloft Promenade is the closest. Camp at Maumelle Park 501-868-9477 about 20 minutes from the club.
Please note: swimming and camping are not allowed at Lake Maumelle without a permit.
Disclaimer of Liability and Likeness
Competitors participate in the regatta entirely at their own risk.
The organizing authority will not accept any liability for material damage or personal injury or death sustained in conjunction with or prior to, during or after the regatta. See RRS Rule 4, Decision to Race.
Participating adults and minors give implied consent for use of their likeness for the purpose of digital and printed promotional materials and social media. Participants waive any rights of compensation or ownership thereto, provided they are used for lawful purposes.
Trash/Recycling
Please ensure your recycling and trash are separated before disposing of waste. Aluminum and glass recycling can be found at the clubhouse.
Trash dumpsters are available beyond the club gates at the public marina.
Additional Info
Physical address is: 12000 Maumelle Harbour Road, Roland, AR 72135.
Visit us at Facebook.com/GrandeMaumelle
Regatta Chair: Mary Michaels, marymichaels@me.com
Registration: Yates Phillips, ARBoathouse@GMail.com
Changes to this NOR will be posted on GMSC.org with a revision date.
This NOR.v2 was created 7/17/2023.