Veterans Day at CRI
A Celebration of Gratitude
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Twenty-six volunteers arrived early on Monday morning, November 11th, to set up a special row for CRI and visiting military veterans. After a special ceremony with a focus on sacrifice, caring, and gratitude, sixteen military veterans took to the water flanked by CRI volunteers and staff. All participants met and mingled after the row at breakfast set up and provided by the GS2 team. During a pause in breakfast, all stood and voices joined in singing "The Star Spangled Banner". The day was deemed a success, as one new military veteran participant remarked, " As a Vietnam Era veteran, I can truly say that today was the first time I felt truly appreciated for serving my country. I was very moved by this gesture."
CRI Youth are considerate and caring. CRI military veterans were pleased and surprised as Coach Vee opened posters designed to recognize our military veterans signed by members of our youth teams. Way to go Youth Comp Teams. Thank you.
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Novice Teams Finish Fall Season
Merrimack Chase
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Girls' and Boys' Novice teams ended their Fall season with the traditional Merrimack Chase hosted by Essex Rowing Club on the Merrimack River. While the regatta bore the traditional motto "Fun, Fast, Friends," and boasted the traditional good food, the girls' line-ups were selected with the less than traditional draws from a hat. This made the boat lineups random, and allowed rowers to mingle more than usual during the season. Even better, the boats were made up of all middle and high school age ranges, for a true mix, and coxswain selections that morning for some last minute obstacles which the girls met with their usual aplomb. Because of CRI's depth, the random approach allowed for a more competitive race for all clubs competing, and CRI girls still came out with all four 8+ crews finishing in the top 6, showing that these girls sure are FAST! Boys' Novice took a more traditional approach to their 8+ line-ups, and showed how fast they are by coming in1st with a sizable 42 second, and other boats coming in 5th, 6th, 7th of 9. Kudos to both teams for their successes this weekend and throughout the season! (Results Page: https://www.regattacentral.com/regatta/results/2642_6605.pdf)
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| Coaching Education Symposium Lecture Series
At CRI Tuesday, November 19, 6:30-8:00pm
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A Presentation by Sports Psychologist Dr. Adam Naylor:
Strategies coaches can employ to help athletes stay focused, stay motivated
and get the most out of winter training.
The indoor training season brings with it many challenges.Staying committed to training is often much more difficult without the support of teammates, coaches, and rowing colleagues.Moreover, a big challenge is how to maintain an athlete's adherence to fitness training while being confronted by pressures such as: a varying schedule, less daylight, cold temperatures, holiday travel & family obligations, out-of-routine & on-the-road surroundings.
Evidence suggests that the mechanisms of detraining (e.g., decreased VO2max) occur as promptly as 2 weeks after exercise cessation. It is therefore essential for competitive athletes to miss no more than 7-14 days total of training (
Neufer, PD, Sports Med., 1989).
What are the situational, psychological, social, and behavioral components that can either derail athletes from training, or inspire them to train smarter/harder? What strategies can we employ to help athletes stay focused, stay motivated, and get the most out of the indoor training season?
Join us to hear Adam Naylor share more than 15 years of expertise as a practitioner sports psychology. Gain knowledge on how to improve your athletes' indoor season results, and give them strategies to succeed!
Entrance Fee: $5 (CRI Staff attend for free)
Refreshments will be served.
Upcoming Symposium Dates:
Tuesday, December 17, 2013
Tuesday, January 21, 2014
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Volunteers Needed
CRI Love the Erg Work Party
Saturday, November 23
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Erg Clean-Up Day is coming soon, and we are looking for volunteers who can help get the job done! Remember, many hands make light work AND coffee and donuts will be provided!
To sign-up please click the link: The time will be 9:30am till done. Here are some of the jobs we'll be tackling:
ERGS Wipe down the ERGS. Check for missing hardware Test the mechanics and firmware Oil the chains Vacuum the fans Check to see if towel and spray clips are on the machines and there are towels and bottles for each ERG WEIGHT ROOM Clean equipment and wipe down benches Clean mirrors Clean matts (spray and wipe) Re-tag all kettle bells with "CRI" Stack and organize set up boxes organize exercise balls Re-rack all weights
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| January Challenge!!
Looking for Volunteers
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The Head of the Charles is history, as is the Fish. Winter training hasn't started, but I've been getting questions about the January Challenge. This is the only event where CRI competes as one entry and we've finished first among "real" teams the past few years. Really great spirit booster for the community. And CRI does like a challenge! We're looking for volunteers to make this year a success and here are some ways you might help: 1) Organize an erg party on Jan 1 or any Sunday in January (that's 1/5, 1/12, 1/19 or 1/20, 1/26) - pick a movie or an internet-streamed sports event, and project it. Can be afternoon or after dark. Get the word out.
2) Help with the entry of meters from the clipboards and setting up clipboard accounts. 3) Draft progress reports/motivational messages. Jane, who has done so fabulously in the past would be glad to share the tools she has evolved, but of course we are open to new ideas. To let us know if you can be counted on to help, please email Nonna ( nonna@communityrowing.org) or Jane ( jgmorse@morses.net).
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Do You Teach Voice or Acting?
Looking for Someone w/ Experience in Voice Projection
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We're looking for a CRI member that has a background in teaching voice projection. Great topic for coaches right? We thought it'd be a great way for someone to share some expertise in having a session with the IRL Fellows to help them all learn to project better. Ideal would be someone with a background coaching acting or possibly singing. Want to share your expertise? Contact Matt Lehrer at: matt.lehrer@communityrowing.org |
| CRI Jackets Pre-Holiday Sale
Order by Nov 15th
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All orders must be in by Friday
Last chance in 2013: Don't miss it!
Boathouse Sports Order deadline is Friday 11/15 at noon
- no exceptions!
The Stevenson Gortex Jacket is a unisex-sized jacket and costs $192.50.
Please indicate size & sleeve personalization.
The Equinox Jacket comes in Men's & Women's sizes, runs true to size. Cost: $90.50 special Holiday rate. Name on left chest additional $5.
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Must have minimum of 6 orders per item to receive wholesale pricing.
Contact Laurie for orders or
questions:ltenaglia@hotmail.com
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CRI Board of Directors
Call for Candidates
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The Board of Directors will be open for elections, and are currently looking for candidates. The board looks for interested candidates with financial, legal and/or fundraising experience. Of particular interest at this time are candidates with CPA experience.
Interested candidates should prepare a short (300-500 word) statement about why they want to be on the board and what skills and experience they bring which would benefit CRI. (Please include a headshot with your written statement)
If you are interested, please contact Lila McCain at:
lila.mccain@gmail.com
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River Traffic Pattern Alert
Anderson BridgeImportant message from CRAB:
Anderson Bridge Arch closures change again Cambridge closedHi Boaters As of now the barge at Anderson and its associated boom have been moved to the Cambridge Arch. It is supposed to stay this way for at least a week. Rowers use the Head of the Charles course. Center arch upstream and Boston arch downstream. Powerboats usually use the center arch. Approach the area with caution. Be safe, enjoy the autumn foliage, Aleks Keep up to date on river traffic news: Charles River Alliance of Boaters |
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Weeks Footbridge
Pending Change
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Please be aware of pending changes at the Weeks Footbridge, where a work platform will be being placed, though at this time we don't have an exact date.
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| Heads Up Scullers
Four-Oar Rule Likely Coming Soon
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With the arrival of decidedly cold weather and even some snowflakes this very morning, please be aware that the 'four-oar' rule will likely be in effect soon.
Keep an eye out for updates on the website, lobby monitor and E-News in the coming days/weeks.
Stay safe!!
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Thanksgiving Holiday
Boathouse Hours
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The hours over the Thanksgiving holiday will be as follows:
Wednesday, Nov 27th - Boathouse closes at 5:00pm
Thursday, Nov 28th - CLOSED - Happy Thanksgiving!!
Friday, Nov 29th - Boathouse opens at 8:00am
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Upcoming Meetings & Private Events
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Tuesday, November 12, 2013 -
DCR Public Meeting
2nd Floor, 5:00 PM - 11:00 PM.
2nd Floor closed to the public at 5:00 PM.
Wednesday, November 13, 2013 -
Girls Novice Banquet
2nd Floor, 5:00 PM - 11:00 PM.
2nd Floor closed to the public at 5:00PM.
Thursday, November 14, 2013 -
Boys Novice Banquet
2nd Floor, 5:00 PM - 11:00 PM.
2nd Floor closed to the public at 5:0 0 PM.
If you have any questions please email: sharanya@communityrowing.org
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