| New Boat Announcement
CRI Will Replace 73 Rowing Shells
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CRI is very pleased to have announced yesterday the exciting news that Community Rowing, Inc. has signed a contract to replace 73 rowing shells which will allow us to deliver the best possible rowing experience for every rower who comes to CRI. The new boats are being made by HUDSON Boat Works of London, Ontario, Canada.
"Our goal with this equipment plan is to give every rower at our boathouse the best possible rowing experience with the care and respect we believe they deserve," said CRI President Lila McCain. "This big investment aligns perfectly with our mission to bring the sport of rowing to the underserved and underrepresented communities in Boston."
For details about the boats, comments from directors and more, read the full announcement on the CRI Website at the following link:
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Please plan to join us for an inspiring evening celebrating the successes and networking power of women rowers at the 3rd Annual Grace, Grit & Glory Gala.
Saturday, January 31, 2015
7:00 - 10:00 p.m.
Community Rowing, Inc. - Harry Parker Boathouse, 20 Nonantum Road, Brighton, MA
Event proceeds will benefit CRI's G-ROW program for Boston Public School girls.
Keynote Speakers: Mary McCagg - Two-time US Olympian, Radcliffe grad, Board Member at the USOC, Publishing Professional and Mother.
Carla Campbell - G-ROW Alum, Swarthmore and MIT grad, Co-Founder of Fresh Food Generation, an inner city food truck with the mission of improving access to healthy, affordable, cooked foods in low-income neighborhoods.
$75 for adults $60 for students and adults under 21
Buffet dinner, open bar and dessert/coffee are all included.
Generously sponsored by Dick & Lisa Cashin, Jane and Walter Demers, Cambridge Trust Company and Hemenway & Barnes LLP
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| Virtual Team Challenge Update
Splashing About in the Pacific!!
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Splashing about in the Pacific
6.3 million meters + 238 rowers = CRI's virtual arrival in the far reaches of the Pacific ocean. Picture turquoise blue waters, soft breezes and unseen but friendly fish. Keep rowing! You have untilThursday, January 15 to start to enter meters. The rules state that no team member can be added or deleted after January 15, so you can still join.
If you're planning on handwriting meters at CRI on the clipboard: please log meters January 14 or before so we know you're an active participant. Otherwise, we'll have to delete you on the January 15 deadline so the roster reflects active rowers.
We've had an increase of well over 170 rowers since last week. We're in the #2 position for virtual clubs, behind the Cambridge Boat club which has posted 7.2 million meters. CRI's top rower has turned in over 300,000 meters! The author of this message has managed 13,000 meters - rowed at a stately and dignified pace. Every meter from every rower is welcome. It all counts!!
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| CRI Board Meeting Calendar
Dates Available on CRI Calendar
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The schedule of CRI board meetings is accessible on the CRI Website, and can be viewed on the Harry Parker Boathouse Calendar.
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| Re-Name the Rumble ...
Win a Prize!!!
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Help us re-name THE "RUMBLE ON THE RIVER" and win a prize!
We are looking for a creative new name for the September CRI regatta currently known as the "Rumble on the River" and need your help!
Please email three suggested names to Tracy Brown at tracy@communityrowing.org by February 20. Compiled names will be voted on by the regatta organizing committee and the winner will be announced in late February/early March. We're offering a gift bag of CRI "swag" and bragging rights to the person who submits the winning entry. |
| 2015 Grace, Grit & Glory
Call for Volunteers!!
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We are looking for a few folks who want to get their new year started off on the right foot by taking on some volunteer hours! The volunteer spots are being organized on VolunteerSpot.
Here's how it works in 3 easy steps:
1) Click this link to see our Sign-Up onVolunteerSpot:
2) Review the options listed and choose the spot(s) you like.
3) Sign up! It's Easy - you will NOT need to register an account or keep a password on VolunteerSpot.
Note: VolunteerSpot does not share your email address with anyone. If you prefer not to use your email address, please contact me and I can sign you up manually.
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| Boathouse Water Supply
January 16, 2015
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The water supply at the boathouse will be temporarily interrupted on Friday, January 16th, due to work being done by Boston Water & Sewer Commission. The exact time and duration of the interruption will depend on when the work crew arrives and the time needed to complete their work.
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| Boat Storage Spaces Needed
Got Space?
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We are looking for any local CRI members that would be willing to temporarily provide space to store boats. We have boats which have been sold, and are waiting to be picked up and are looking to minimize the number of boats left outside.
If you or someone you know would be willing to store a boat, please contact Dave Snowdon at: snowdon.dave.cri@gmail.com |
| Masters Scullers - An Invitation
Sculler Camp in Sarasota, FL
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Join us in the warmer weather of Sarasota, Florida, for a Master's Sculler camp. The camp will run from the 9th through the 13th of February. The cost will be $500, not including dock costs.
Camp will be one coached session, video review and one additional practice without coaching daily, starting Monday, ending Friday morning.
For further details, contact Bruce Smith at:
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| Music in the Community Room
Rules & Etiquette
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The music system in the Community Room is to be used by coaches only.
If you are in the Community Room to erg on your own and wish to listen to music, please use headphones.
Thank you.
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CRI's Facebook Page is Back!!
Like Us on Facebook
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After a lengthy hiatus, the CRI official Facebook page is back and full of news, photos and fun CRI photos. Make sure to "Like" us and stay up to date on all the news and fun. Click here to be forwarded directly to the page.
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| Saturday Winter Erg/Weight Room Schedule
Please Take Note
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The Saturday morning program/practice times over the winter for the youth teams will be as follows. Practices will take place in both the erg and the weight rooms:
Saturday mornings: 7:30-11:30 am
Please be aware that both the erg room and weight room should be clear by 7:30 am on Saturday mornings.
***Youth programs have priority for use of equipment during scheduled practice times - both weekday and weekend.
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| Boathouse Holiday Hours
Martin Luther King, Jr. Day
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In observance of Martin Luther King, Jr. Day the boathouse will be open from 5am-10am on Monday, January 19th, and closed for the remainder of the day.
Monday, January 19th, boathouse hours:
5am-10am
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