Winter Series Race #5 – Celebrating Women in Sailing
Hello Milltown Sailors,
This Saturday we race into something special Winter Series Race #5, dedicated to celebrating Women in Sailing as part of our March Women’s Month festivities.
We already have some women interested in getting out on the race course, and we would love to connect them with boats participating this weekend.
If you are racing on Saturday and are open to welcoming crew, please reach out to me and let me know:
Whether you’re able to take additional crew
How many spots you may have available
Your preferred skill level (newbie, some experience, race-ready, etc.)
We have a range of interested sailors from enthusiastic beginners with little experience to women with moderate experience who even own their own sailboats. It’s a fantastic opportunity to mentor, connect, and strengthen our sailing community while building depth on our race teams.
If you are a Milltown Sailing member and would like to crew, there is still time to send me an inquiry. I would love to help find you a spot on a boat!
This event is about more than a start line, it’s about visibility, encouragement, and creating space at the helm and on deck.
I also want to extend a heartfelt thank you to the incredible group of individuals at Milltown Sailing Association. Your openness, generosity, and inclusive spirit make this community truly special. I’m deeply grateful for the warm welcome and the support in celebrating women in sailing this month. It means more than you know.
Let’s make this Saturday windy, welcoming, and unforgettable.
See you on the water, Pepper Wooters SV La Calavera
Information on the Race
Race Committee: Dave Hett SV Jabez
Starting sequence: The starting sequence will be published in the Sailing Instructions.
Race Course: Posted on a course board near race committee flag and will be comprised of racing marks identified in the MSA racing rules.
Start Line: Unless posted different per MSA rules, the start line will be between the Race Committee flag and the MSA "B" mark.
Finish line: Between the Race Committee flag and the final mark of the race course, unless shortened by the race committee in accordance with the applicable rules.
Time Limit: The time limit is 3 hours with a 30 minute extension if a competitor finishes within 3 hours, unless otherwise posted on the whiteboard near the Race Committee Flag prior to the race start.
Results: Results will be calculated and shared at the post race gathering at S2S, Sound to Sumit. Final results for each race and for the series will be posted on the MSA website (milltownsailing.org)
No registration required. Participants determined by the race committee prior to the start of the race.
Race Committee: Dave Handewith SV Willy B
Mid-Distance Series Info
Race Committee: Grant Albert | SV Mei Lee
This is the annual inter-club challenge competition. This year Milltown Sailing Association will host the event.
A one-day event of at least 3 buoy races using both fixed and temporary marks for potential courses. Races take place in and around Possession Sound. The first start is scheduled for 10:00AM
Skippers meeting 8:00 AM at Woods Coffee. Final sailing instructions and class breaks will be decided prior to the conclusion of the meeting.
Starting Sequence: The starting sequence will be published in the Sailing Instructions.
Racecourses: will be comprised of racing marks identified in the MSA racing rules book. Class breaks and number of starts will be posted on the course board near the race committee flag for each race.
Starting Line: Unless posted different per MSA rules, the start line will be between the Race Committee flag and the MSA "B" mark
Finish Line: Between the Race Committee Flag and the final mark of the racecourse, unless shortened by the race committee in accordance with the applicable rules
Time Limit: Each race is planned to be 2 hours, with subsequent races starting immediately after the previous race finishes. No races will start after 3:00 PM
Results: Final results for each race will be posted on the MSA website (milltownsailing.org). Preliminary results will be announced at the post-race gather at a location to be announced at the skippers meeting.
A meeting for all:
Milltown Sailing members who participate racing.
In this meeting we will discuss applicable rule changes, review upcoming race schedules and discuss ways to improve the race experience while ensuring safety and regulatory compliance.
If you prefer to attend remotely a url link to a Teams meeting can be provided to you. Email racecaptain@milltownsailing.org to request a remote meeting login.
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Log Dodge series are club races focused on fun and introducing people to the sport of sailing. Each race in the series will have a theme. Crew participation in the theme results in favorable finish time adjustments and is highly encouraged
Race Committee: TBD
Food/Drink Svc: TBD
Registration: Registration including number of crew, prior to the race is requested to sufficient food and beverage service at the post-race gathering
Race Course: Posted on a course board near the race committee flag and will be comprised of racing marks identified in the MSA Racing Rules
Start and Finish: In the River between RC Flag posted on shore North or the old Everett Yacht club building and a line on the pilling near the Jetty Island shore.
Time Limit: 2.5 hours no extensions
Results and rewards: Results and rewards are determined by combining finish time with the crew's theme participation. The awards will be presented at the club social in the upstairs room of the Muse. You must be present to win!
Theme: Crew Shirt
Food/Drink Service: TBD
Theme: Tie-Dye
Theme: Rubber Ducks
Theme: Favorite Sport Team
Theme: Cowboy/Cowgirl
Start and Finish: In the River between the Flag posted on RC boat and a line on the pilling near the Jetty Island shore. The RC boat will be anchored in the river just North of the Central Guest dock.
Time Limit: 2 hours no extensions
Results and rewards: Results and rewards are determined by combining finish time with the crew's theme participation. The awards will be presented at the Everett Yacht Club in the South Marina. You must be present to win!
Theme: Movie Star
Start and Finish: In the River between RC Flag posted at the end of the railing on shore North of the Central Guest dock and a line on the pilling near the Jetty Island shore.
Theme: Hawaiian
Theme: Pirates!
Theme: Lumberjack
Fall Regatta
Race Course: will be comprised of racing marks identified in the MSA racing rules book. Class breaks and number of starts will be posted on the course board near the race committee flag for each race.
Race Committee:
No registration required. Participants determined by race committee prior to start of the race.
Results: Final results for each race and for the series will be posted on the MSA website (milltownsailing.org)
This is not a MSA sponsored event. Please click the link for CYCE information and registration
Foulweather bluff Information
No registration required. Participants are determined at the start line by the Race Committee.
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