J24 Fleet 43 Blog

J24 Fleet 43 Awards & Crazy Crock Pot Cook-Off

October 9th, 2011

It’s that time of year again…

  • Time to reminisce about another fantastic sailing season.
  • Recognize the great skippers and crews of our fleet.
  • Vote on the 2012 slate of Fleet 43 officers.
  • Enjoy our favorite fleet 43 beverages.
  • And compete in the Crazy Crock Pot Cook-Off!

2012 Slate of Officers: Thank you to the nominating Committee for finding us these three wonderful volunteers; Andrew Carey (Fleet Captain), Jeff Smith (Race Officer), Erik Hayward (Treasurer.) We will have a quick vote on the slate before we present awards.

Crazy Crock Pot Cook-Off: This year we are putting a new spin on our potluck, everything must be prepared and served in a crock pot!  Apps, Main dishes, Dessert all in a pot.  Prizes will be awarded for the masters of the following titles:
Most Meaty
Very Vegetarian
Decadent Dessert
Brilliantly Bites Size
Over The Top Original

If you would like to be a judge in any of these categories or have any other questions please contact Molly White at mollyfrommaine@yahoo.com

Beverages: The fleet will provide Sailor Jerry Rum, Stoli Vodka, and Gritty’s Beer.  If you have other beverage preferences, please feel free to bring them.

Please list the type of dish you plan to bring when you RSVP the to facebook event or evite (ie Main Dish, App, Dessert.)

Jessica Harris and Rich Ketchum are hosting this year’s awards party at 241 Foreside Road, Falmouth, ME

Friday November 4th starting at 6:00 pm

See you all soon!

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Final Haul Out

October 9th, 2011

Reminder that Saturday October 15th is our 2nd and last fleet haul out at Handy Boat Service.  Haul out is $50 and begins at 8:00 am.

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Downeast Coverage

September 18th, 2011


Hey Fleet 43,
Check out the coverage that the Downeast Regatta got on the US and International Class websites!  The event also appeared in the J Class newsletter.  Way to go everyone, we ran a great event.  Thanks for all of your hard work.

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Haul Out Reminder

September 5th, 2011

Hey Fleet 43,

Just a reminder that there will be no fleet haul out after the Downeast Regatta on Sunday the 11th.

We have a fleet haul out scheduled the following Saturday, September 17th starting at 8:00 am for $50.

There is a second haul out for those of you who plan to race fall series on October 15th. Starting at the same time/same price.

Hard to believe the season is coming to an end.

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Requests and Reminders

August 28th, 2011

Another quick reminder that racing begins at 5:30 pm this week and next.

Also the fleet and friends of the fleet have housed 10 boats for the Downeast Regatta.  I am in need of housing for two more people on a boat from Florida.  They have an air mattress so basically need 1 bed and floor space.  If you know of anyone who can house them that would be wonderful.  Please get in touch with me as soon as possible.

We are up to 35 boats as of today and are expecting at least 2 more entries!  Our entries reach from Florida to New Brunswick to Minnesota.  Word of our event has gone far!  Great job everyone!


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5:30 Start

August 26th, 2011

Please remember that the next two (last two) Wednesday night will start at 5:30 pm.  Don’t be late.

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Fleet 43 Nominations

August 23rd, 2011

Dear Fleet 43 Skippers and Crew,

Your Fleet Needs YOU!

 

Fleet 43 is looking for energetic, enthusiastic and organized individuals (with a little fiscal responsibility mixed in) for the following positions:

  • Fleet Captain
  • Treasurer
  • Race Officer

Individuals do not have to be a PYC member or own a J/24 to be considered. Membership to Fleet 43 is required.

Read the fine print:

Molly White has graciously offered to Co-Chair the Down East Regatta for next year to help transition the Fleet Captain position. This is a tremendous amount of support being offered this year, for the low, low cost of fun, friendship and perhaps some Mt. Gay.

Please submit nomination/volunteer suggestions to:

Rich DeGrandpre (richarddegrandpre@comcast.net)

Meg Fenderson (fenderson@comcast.net)

Rich Ketchum (rrketchum@yahoo.com)

We’d like to have a slate announced at the Down East Regatta awards ceremony.

Thank you for your consideration,

The Nominating Committee

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2011 Downeast Regatta is blowing up!

August 22nd, 2011

The 2011 Downeast Regatta is blowing up in a good way!

We have 30 boats currently registered with a promise of at least 5 more to come, but the way entries are rolling in today we could possibly have 40 boats sailing in this years Downeast Regatta!  That would be 10 more than Nationals and North Americans saw this year.

If you are a fleet member and have not registered yet, please do so!

If you or any one you know is able to house a J24 crew of 5 please let me know ASAP (mollyfrommaine@yahoo.com).  We have already housed 9 boats and have requests for more housing.  It would be great not to have to turn people away.

Thanks everyone for your help and support to make this event such a great attraction!

 

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J24 Doublehanded Regatta is coming your way!

July 28th, 2011

Shorthanded and Family Sailing Fun!

Fleet 43 is hosting the 2011 J24, PHRF, and Family Fun Double handed Regatta on Sunday August 7, 2011 at the Portland Yacht Club

OPEN TO ALL BOATS!!

Come take on the challenge of sailing “double handed” on the shores of Casco Bay.

This is a great opportunity to show off your J24 skills, prepare for the Double handed division of the Monhegan, and spend quality time with family and friends.

There will be three different classes:

  • J24 Double Handed Championship – this event is a part of the Fleet 43 Tonini Series and will use main, jib and spinnaker. (Windward Leeward Racing)
  • 2nd Annual Family Fun Race - Double handed or with your family, using main and jib only, racers will sail a distance course around Chebeague Island. This is a “just for fun” race, with only three marks to round – perfect for Novice Sailors – No PHRF Certificate is required. (Approximate Race Length – 15 Miles)
  • NEW! 1st Annual Casco Bay Race – A PHRF Double Handed Distance Race – Using Main, Jib and Spinnaker, the sailors will sail a longer distance course around Casco Bay and will help prepare participants for the upcoming Monhegan Island Race Double Handed Division. (Approximate Race Length – 30 Miles)

Casco Bay Race Starts at 10:30 am, Family Fun and J24 racing starts at Noon. Registration begins at 8:30 am for the Casco Bay Race and 10:30 am for the Family Fun and J24 Races. Registration fee is $20 ($25 for crews of more than two) and a side dish or dessert for the pot luck BBQ.

After racing enjoy Fleet sponsored “Sailor Jerry Rum”, burgers, dogs and other potluck items at the Portland Yacht Club. Looking forward to seeing everyone there! For More information or to register your boat, contact Molly White at mollyfrommaine@yahoo.com.

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Monhegan One Design

July 27th, 2011

Hey Fleet 43,

As part of this year’s Monhegan Race Week, PYC is hosting a one-design regatta for  Etchelles and J24s.

The Etchelles will be doing Windward/Leewards on Saturday the J24s have a choice of doing that as well or a long distance race out to Halfway Rock and finish at the actual Monhegan Finish Line.

If I could get a count of what you would prefer and if you plan to participate, that would be great!

Thanks Everyone!

 

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