Greetings!
The summer seems to have flown by, as it always does. We can't believe that in less than ten months we'll be sailing to Bermuda once again!
We've been hard at work here at Marion Bermuda HQ, but we've been hard at play, too. Between our new mentorship program, our youth and celestial program development, and even raising awareness and donations to combat ALS, it has been a busy few months.
We'd love to hear what you've been up to this summer! Marion Bermuda Race veteran boat, KIVA, sailed to the 'Onion Patch' once again, as a part of the Newport Bermuda Race. Ron Wisner has been leading Celesital Seminars, with the final summer seminar approaching on September 28th (rsvp: hotspurii@yahoo.com). The Beverly Yacht Club is hosting J/24 Nationals in Marion, MA this weekend. What about you? Send us an email at editor@marionbermuda.com or find us on Facebook to share!
As you make your plans for next summer, consider sailing to beautiful Bermuda with us!
Save the Date: June 19, 2015!
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Mentorship Program Is Ready To Roll
The Marion Bermuda Race is often lauded as a great way to get you and your crew out for your first long-distance offshore race. It's safe, its low-key but competitive, and there is support everywhere you turn. Race prep is often the most exhausting part of these races- maybe even tougher than that 12 am-4 am watch shift!
In order to aid new, and even returning, skippers and crew with the transition from coastal sailing to offshore racing, the Marion Bermuda Race has developed a mentorship program. Our program pairs each skipper with a race veteran mentor to help them navigate the challenges and confusion that can often surround race preparations. We never want a lack of support to be the reason why you miss out on this fantastic journey to Bermuda!
We have mentors available from Maine to Maryland, and more coming on board every day. If you're interested in becoming a mentor or a mentee, please email Paul Goldberg: levanter@aol.com
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Newport Boat Show: September 11th-14th
The Marion Bermuda Race will be there to provide information to interested sailors and potential partners.
We hope to see you at the show- stop by our booth and say hello!
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MBR vs ALS
Special thanks to our marketing consultants, Popcorn & Ice Cream, for nominating us to take on the Ice Bucket Challenge to raise funds to research a cure for ALS.
For those of you that aren't familiar, the challenge is a 'douse or donate,' (though we chose to do both, as well as supporting a handful of other very important causes). Those who douse then nominate others to complete the challenge, creating a butterfly effect of donations and ice water dunkings!
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Getting Social in Bermuda
It may seem like a long way off, but our team is hard at work planning the on-shore events when the boats arrive in Bermuda in June of 2015. From Goslings Rum parties to the awards ceremony, the time in Bermuda post-race is always time well spent!
Pre-registration is not yet open for these events, but here's a preview of the fun if you'd like to think ahead...
Monday, June 22nd:
St. David's Lighthouse Cocktail party to welcome the first boats to Bermuda
Tuesday:
Afternoon Tea hosted by the Governor's Wife, Mrs. Margaret Fergusson
Wednesday:
Fashion Show Luncheon. Gosling's Rum Tasting
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2013's Fashion Show
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Thursday:
RHADC's Club Chef cooking demonstration, including Bermuda Fish Chowder and Crab Cakes. Master Bartender Phil shares his secret recipe for a rousing Rum Swizzle. Gombey Performers Tribal Dance to Drums, and Mask Making activities for the family. Dancing by Torchlight at the Flip Flop Grill. Kids Movie Night
Friday: Grill Buffet Luncheon at the Flip Flop. Bermuda Family Dinghy Races followed by fun awards ceremony. Gosling's Rum Swizzle Washing Machine Mixer. Kids Bouncy House on South Lawn. DJ and Dancing at the Grill
Saturday: Cricket Lessons and Rugby Lessons. Shipwreck snorkeling expedition off of Elbow Beach. Botanical Garden Tour. Marion Bermuda Race Gala Awards Ceremony!!
There will be childcare available, and numerous educational activities for children offered by the Bermuda Underwater Institute to allow adults a child-free opportunity to enjoy the events catered to "grown-ups". A schedule of the children's programs will be posted in advance. To avail yourself of these services, pre-registration will be required. We will notify all race participants via email when registration opens up!
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A Call To Action- Share With Us!
Did you have a particularly unique experience preparing for or during the Marion Bermuda Race? Do you have any interesting sailing photos that just have to be seen by our community of over 3,000 fellow sailors? If so, don't hesitate to send us your images, stories, and ideas to Editor@MarionBermuda.com, we would love to feature them in an upcoming newsletter or post! And, don't forget to find and follow us on Facebook, Twitter, and LinkedIn too.
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