Community Rowing, Inc. Newsletter

WeeklyFebruary 11, 2014
Spring Registration Open!!
Sign Up Now to Reserve Your Spot!!
Registration for spring programming is now available here.
 
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Looking for Outreach Volunteers 
Join Us this Spring!

It is that time of year again... time to be thinking of treating yourself to lifelong memories of sharing the gift of rowing with others. Please consider registering now to volunteer with our Outreach Programs: OWL (Optimal Weight for Life), Pararowing and Military Veterans.

Volunteer Sign Up

Volunteer Training Sign Up 
 
CRI Military Team
Feb is Concept 2 Military Challenge Month!!
CRI Military Team Update from Brooks Helmick:

My concerns of yesterday were realized, a few times over.  The French Defense Ministry (aka their Pentagon) recorded a huge one day jump of over 600K meters, and a membership jump from 42 to 54 members, thus moving them up into third position ahead of the USAF.  Since they didn't record anything for three days, even if those numbers reflect a three day average of 200K/day, that is about what the current No. 1, the US Navy is rowing.  Since we're not going to catch them and since I'm a Navy guy, I emailed the captain of the Navy team to check their six re the French coming on fast.

So that leaves us in 5th place, 370K behind the USAF, and 155K ahead of the U.S. Coast Guard Academy in 6th place.  So we are still performing well against some serious, tough competitors.  We did over 100K today which, with Clarke Esler winding down as he prepares for the CRASH B's, is not bad.  We had a couple of really outstanding contributors.  Pete Crocker delivered his breakaway best yet at 20K.  And one of our adaptive team members, Kevin Dubois delivered an astounding 12K with his adjusted total being 24K.  Way to go, Kevin.  And thanks to Anton Hoffman and Bob Parker for delivering about 16K a piece.  

Here are the links to today's results, or check the attachments for same

Team Standings

Individual Standings - by Team

Go CRI!!

CRI Benefit Auction
Saturday, May 3, 2014
 
SAVE THE DATE!
Saturday, May 3, 2014
7:00 p.m. 

More information to follow...

 
Gateway to Gold Event
March 29th at Community Rowing

  

Launched in 2013, Gateway to Gold is the new U.S. Paralympics initiative for identifying and recruiting Paralympic eligible athletes who show an ability to compete in the future at an elite level. Gateway to Gold participants go through sport-specific tests and evaluations to determine if they are ready for the next level of opportunity in Paralympic sport.  

 

The event, for youth and adults, is scheduled for 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. on Saturday, March 29, at the Harry Parker Boathouse. 

 

The Gateway to Gold talent identification event will introduce individuals with physical disabilities and visual impairments, including youth, adults and military veterans, to the Paralympic sports of rowing, cycling and biathalon, with a goal of identifying hopefuls for future U.S. Paralympic Teams. As a part of the clinic, prospective athletes will be tested on a variety of skills that can help determine their aptitude for Paralympic sport.

 

"The U.S. Paralympic Team strives to be the best in the world. But we cannot get to the top of the podium without the help of our community partners like Community Rowing, Inc.," said Charlie Huebner, USOC Chief of Paralympics. "With Community Rowing's help in hosting this Gateway to Gold talent identification clinic, U.S. Paralympics might find the next great Paralympic champion in your backyard."

 

Gateway to Gold talent identification events are being held throughout the country. For registration information on the Boston event, please visit www.communityrowing.org or call 617.964.2455

 

Participation is free, and preregistration is required.  To register for Gateway to Gold click here or visit: Gateway to Gold Registration

 

Kickstarter to support IRL Research
 
 
CRI Novice Boys Coach and IRL Fellow Bryan Pape is raising money on kickstarter for VO2 testing for his action research project on novice selection. This research is designed to help make the selection process more scientific and more transparent - please help him gather the data needed to make this project as robust as possible by spreading the word and backing the kickstarter project here. 
2nd Annual Icebreaker Challenge
Sunday, March 16th
Join us for the 2nd Annual Icebreaker 1k Challenge, a 1000m sprint race to benefit all of our CRI outreach programs. Check-in and warm-up begins at 8:30am, racing at 9:15am followed by a pot-luck.

Eligibility requirements: CRI members 18 years and above.

Look for registration info here:  Sign-Up

For questions, contact: Julie Warren at: [email protected]
 
Experience Makers Requested
Volunteer for The 'What Works' Summit Coaching Conference

Share your enthusiasm for CRI and the sport of rowing on Friday & Saturday, February 14th & 15th! We are looking for volunteers to make the 'What Works' Summit 2014 a one of a kind experience. It is a great opportunity to draw participants into the engaging and welcoming community that is CRI.

 Volunteer Shift Sign Up 

 
After we have received your preferred volunteer time(s), you will receive an email further detailing your responsibilities for the shift(s).    Volunteers are required to complete an evening training session prior to the start of the 'What Works' Summit. This meeting is important as we will review the tasks that each volunteer position is required to complete. It is also a great time to meet the people with whom you will be working! 

The volunte
er training meeting is on Tuesday, February 11th at 6:45 pm in the 1980 Room (Meeting Room). 
 
Best,

Matt Lehrer & Matt Zatorski

 

Volunteers Needed 
Help Out at the Icebreaker Challenge!!
Volunteers are needed for the Icebreaker Challenge event in March!!

Volunteers will work in 2 shifts:

7:00-9:30am -- The first shift will help with setup and then the early stages of the event.

9:30-12:00pm -- The second shift will help run the end of the event and then clean up.

We will be looking for 10 people for each shift:
-- 4 to act as point person for each team (1 per team)
-- 4 to help with time keeping (we already have one volunteer for the early shift here)
-- 2 "pit crew" to help with technical glitches, any equipment moving, etc

To volunteer, contact Julie Warren at: [email protected]
Call for Rumble Volunteers
Join the Volunteer Team

The Rumble on the River is in the planning stages and we are looking for volunteers to help plan and pull this fantastic community event and regatta together.
 
The Rumble is set for Sunday, September 14th, 2014.
 
Please get involved! There are many opportunities in planning and preparing, both in the months and weeks leading up to the Rumble as well as the day of.
 
To volunteer, please contact Nonna:
CPR/AED/First Aid Course
Sunday, March 23, 9am-2pm
 
 
Community Rowing, Inc. offers CPR/AED/First Aid certification programs taught by our rowing military veterans. The course is limited to 9 participants for each session. We plan to offer this course at least once per month through the spring and summer.

Each class is open to 9 participants. The cost is probably the best around.
  

Cost
:
CRI members: $35.00/pp 
Non-CRI members: $45.00/pp
CRI coaches, staff and Pararow volunteers: FREE
 
You can register for the March 23 class HERE.
 
 Feel free to contact me if you have any questions.
 
Oh, and please share with your friends! 

Contact:  [email protected] or cell: 781-330-1390 
Boathouse Holiday Hours
Presidents' Day Monday
In observance of the Presidents' Day Holiday, the boathouse hours on Monday, February 17th will be as follows:

5am-10am 

Upcoming Private Events

The 'What Works' Summit Coaching Conference
Friday February 14th & Saturday February 15th 

Boathouse Closed to all non-attendees as follows:
 
Friday: Closing at 7am 
Saturday: Closed All Day
Sunday: Regular hours 5am-4pm

In This Issue
Spring Registration Now Open!! Sign-Up Today!!
Are You a Boston Globe Subscriber? You Can Help Support CRI!!!
Looking for Outreach Volunteers
February is Military Challenge Month at Concept 2: CRI Military Team Update
CRI Benefit Auction Saturday, May 3rd, Save the Date!
Gateway to Gold at Community Rowing on March 29th
Kickstarter to Support IRL Research
2nd Annual Icebreaker 1k Challenge, Sunday, March 16th
Experience Makers Requested - Volunteers Needed for The 'What Works' Summit Coaching Conference
Ice Breaker Volunteers Needed...
Call for Rumble Volunteers
CPR/AED/First Aid Course: Sunday, March 23, 9am-2pm
Boathouse Holiday Hours Presidents' Day 5am-10am
Upcoming Private Events
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