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2024 Fall Keelboat Regatta
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About this event
2024 Fall Keelboat Regatta
NOTICE OF RACE
Grande Maumelle Sailing Club
November 9th and 10th
Rules
To be governed by the rules defined in the current Racing Rules of Sailing.
Eligibility
The regatta is open to active A and B fleet keelboats.
Boats from outside clubs with recognized PHRF ratings are welcome to race.
Entry
Registration is available online and in person on race day. Competitors from outside clubs are welcome, but advance notice is required to schedule meals and camping permits. Please pre-register online as soon as possible at GMSC.org.
Fees
$50 per boat covers racing Saturday and Sunday with dinner for up to 4 crew.
$10 per additional crew or guest.
Schedule
SATURDAY, NOVEMBER 9TH
11:30-12:00 Registration at Pavilion
12:00 Competitors Meeting at Pavilion
12:30 Harbor Gun
1pm Start of 1st race, subsequent races to follow.
After Racing circa 6pm: race results & dinner at the clubhouse.
SUNDAY, NOVEMBER 10TH
12:30 Harbor Gun
1pm Start of second day’s 1st race, subsequent races to follow.
After Racing: Award ceremony & snacks at the clubhouse.
Sailing Instructions
The sailing instructions are available online and during the Competitor’s Meeting, during which the potential courses will be announced.
We want to hold six races if possible.
Scoring
We will have one throw-out upon completion of 5 races.
For current Keelboat Sailing Instructions, see the racing section at GMSC.org.
Scores will be available using adjusted times at WebScorer.com/8080.
Prizes
Prizes will be awarded to skippers and crews placing first, second, and third.
Order Regatta Shirts
Questions
Email the Regatta Chairman Roger O'Quin and call or text 501-765-5649
Housing
No housing has been secured, as no outside crews are currently registered.
Please note: swimming and camping are not allowed without a permit.
Disclaimer of Liability and Likeness
Racing is inherently dangerous. Competitors participate in the regatta entirely at their own risk. The organizing authority will not accept any liability for material damage, personal injury, or death sustained in conjunction with, before, during, or after the regatta. See RRS Rule 4, Decision to Race.
Adults and minors participating in the regatta give implied consent to use their likenesses for digital and printed promotional materials and social media. Participants waive any rights of compensation or ownership to it, 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
Registration: Yates Phillips, Secretary@GMSC.org
Changes to this NOR will be posted on GMSC.org with a revision date.
This NOR was updated on 11/1/2024.
Regatta Contact(s)
Roger O'Quin
Regatta Chairman
Gregory L Hamilton
PRO
501-454-0640 (c)
Registration Info
Registration is required
Payment in Full In Advance Or At Event
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