Notice of Race

Labor Day Regatta

August 31st and September 1st, 2024

Rules

The regatta will be governed by Rules in the current Racing Rules of Sailing,
the Class Rules of each fleet, and 2024 Centerboard Sailing Instructions.

Entries

The regatta is open to all eligible Y-Flyers, Flying Scots, Thistles, and catamarans.
Competitors from outside clubs are welcome, but advance notice is required to plan accordingly for meals and camping permits.

Entry & Fees

Registration is available online at GMSC.org and in-person on race day. 

Race fee is $40 single handed or $50 with crew. $60 at the door to encourage registration. 

Covers racing entry and meals (Saturday dinner) for skipper and crew. 

Schedule

SATURDAY, August 31st.
11:30am Registration at Pavilion
Noon Competitors Meeting at Pavilion
1pm Harbor Gun
Dinner and drinks to follow at the Clubhouse circa 6pm

SUNDAY, September 1st.
1pm Harbor Gun
After racing Awards Presentation at the Clubhouse

Courses

Courses will be announced at the Competitors Meeting.
We will attempt to sail as many races as possible.
Five races must be completed to warrant a throw-out.

Prizes

Prizes will be awarded to skippers and crews first through third place.

Housing

We will provide housing on a first come, first serve basis. Contact Drew Daugherty to request housing at drew.daugherty@sbcglobal.net or call an old friend. In lieu of staying with a club member, there are many hotels in the vicinity of GMSC, Aloft Promenade is the closest. Camp at Maumelle Park 501-868-9477 about 20 minutes from the club.

Please note: swimming and camping are not allowed at Lake Maumelle without a permit.

Disclaimer of Liability and Likeness

Competitors participate in the regatta entirely at their own risk.
The organizing authority will not accept any liability for material damage or personal injury or death sustained in conjunction with or prior to, during or after the regatta. See RRS Rule 4, Decision to Race.
Participating adults and minors give implied consent for use of their likeness for the purpose of digital and printed promotional materials and social media. Participants waive any rights of compensation or ownership thereto, when used for lawful purposes.

Trash/Recycling

Please ensure your recycling and trash are separated before disposing of waste. Aluminum and glass recycling can be found at the clubhouse.
Trash dumpsters are available beyond the club gates at the public marina.

Additional Info

Physical address is: 12000 Maumelle Harbour Road, Roland, AR 72135.
Visit us at Facebook.com/GrandeMaumelle
Regatta Chair: Roger O’Quin, roger@theoquingroup.com call or text 501-765-5649
Administration: Yates Phillips, Secretary@GMSC.org
Changes to this NOR will be posted on GMSC.org with a revision date.
This NOR.v2 was created 7/2/2024.