|
FOLLOW US!
  
__________________ |
|
"Spirit of Bermuda"
First Entrant in NEW CLASSIC SAIL Division
for June 2013
The Bermuda Sloop Foundation has officially entered their Spirit of Bermuda training vessel in the 2013 Marion Bermuda Race.
The Race Committee has created a a new "Classic Sail" division, which is open to vessels of any size which have, or may obtain, an ASTA (American Sail Training Association) B, C or D handicap. It is anticipated that these boats will have amateur crews with professional licensed officers. Entrants in this division are anticipated to be documented Coast Guard inspected vessels and as such will not be subject to normal pre race inspection process. They will, however, be subject to the compliance committee's post-race inspections.
The Spirit of Bermuda is managed by the Bermuda Sloop Foundation - whose vision is to provide superior youth development to large numbers of Bermudian youth using a ship as a unique, dynamic '24/7' operating community and classroom.
For information on obtaining your own berth aboard this magnificent ship for the 2013 Marion Bermuda Race, or if you would like to donate to the foundation, please contact Denise Riviere at BSF (441)737-5667 www.bermudasloop.org |
|
__________________
Sponsoring Clubs
|
|
|
Greetings!
This newsletter brings you BIG news about significant changes that have been adopted for the 2013 Marion Bermuda Race!
- Vessel Size Limits increased from 80ft to 100ft LOA
- New Division with unrestricted sail inventory
- Symmetrical Spinnakers and Spinnaker Poles permitted
- Traditional Sail Training/Classic Yacht Division added
These changes reflect the Race organization's ongoing commitment to evolve with the sport of offshore sailboat racing and recognition of a desire by some potential entrants to participate in a way that was previously prohibited.
The changes broaden eligibility for participation, while maintaining the Corinthian spirit of the Race - focused on family and fun, with captains and crew participating for the joy and pleasure of sailing, competition and the camaraderie that accompanies this Race.
MORE DETAILS HERE ABOUT EXCITING CHANGES
We invite ocean racing newcomers as well as seasoned racing veterans to bring your friends and family, and enter Marion Bermuda 2013. See you on the starting line - June 14, 2013!
Sincerely,
Liz Stott
Director of Marketing
Marion Bermuda Race 2013
|
|
|
|
Info Sessions
Bermuda Racing Prep
Information Sessions to help you prepare for an offshore race to Bermuda will be presented by the Marion Bermuda Race team and will be held during weekends in January at West Marine store locations throughout New England, from Maine to CT.
Many sailors want to make the passage to Bermuda and the Marion Bermuda Race is a great way to go, but there are so many questions that must be answered.
During these sessions, you will learn about:
- Boat qualification
- Boat Preparation
- Crew Preparation
- Communication equipment needed
- Safety equipment needed
- Watch schedules
- Customs requirements
- Costs and Logistics
- When to begin preparations
- the nuances and Strategies for navigating Buzzards
Bay, the Gulf Stream and the Approach to Bermuda
- the hands-on Mentoring program provided by the
Marion Bermuda Race support team
CLICK HERE FOR INFO SESSION DATES AND WEST MARINE LOCATIONS |
Safety at Sea Symposium
|
Safety at Sea Symposium New Venue
Mark your calendars: March 23-24, 2013
The breathtaking campus of UMass-Boston, right on Boston harbor, will be the new home of the 2013 Safety at Sea Symposium.
We require that a minimum of thirty percent (30%) of all crew members including at least two (2) of the following (captain, navigator, port and starboard watch captains) shall have attended a sanctioned Safety-at-Sea Seminar within five years prior to the start of the Race. For Double-Handed yachts, both crew members shall meet this requirement. While we require the above, we also suggest that all the crew members attend a sanctioned Safety-at-Sea Seminar and have at least two crew members certified in CPR and First Aid.
Safety at Sea Details |
|
|
