Southern California Yachting Association Attention One Design/ PHRF/ Cruisers/ R/C Model Boaters/ Predicted Log and Dinghy Racers Enter the 88th Midwinter Regatta 2017 February 11 and 12 or February 18 and 19 The two-weekend format, stretching from Santa Barbara to San Diego, will again enable host yacht clubs to select the best fit for racers wishing to participate in this unique event. This yachting tradition is a chance to test your skills against the best skippers in the West Coast or provide an opportunity to experience the thrill of competitive racing for the first time. The SCYA Midwinter Regatta, one of the Nation's largest sailing competitions, offers more than 25 venues, attracts more than 600 competing boats, 100 classes and more than 2,500 sailors. Regatta Chair, Marlyn Dinon and team, have been working closely with SCYA, the regatta's commercial sponsors and participating host clubs to ensure everyone has a great time. Each hosting yacht club showcases what they have to offer the sailing community. The Southern California Yachting Association, now in its 96th year of service, continues to facilitate member club communications, sponsor a variety of boat safety seminars, club management training, legislative representation, honor awards and much more. Successful past Midwinter venues tell the story about this unique event: You will have a great racing experience. You will find networking opportunities. Most importantly, you will have a great time on the water! Pick your race dates and sign up early! SCYA is a service oriented, non-profit organization supporting the recreational boating and yachting communities. To learn more, visit SCYAmidwinterregatta.org or contact [email protected]. Marlyn Dinon, 2017 SCYA Midwinter Regatta Chair (909) 754-0755 [email protected] SOUTHERN CALIFORNIA YACHTING ASSOCIATION Commodore………………………………………………………..Simon Dekker, SGYC/ LGYC.....................................................(909) 215-5756 Vice Commodore.................................................Gary Green, DRYC/PCYA/SBYRC................................................(310) 650-2673 Rear Commodore..........................................................Rick Dinon, LGYC............................................................. MIDWINTER REGATTA COMMITTEE Chairperson...............................................................Marlyn Dinon, LGYC.............................................................(909) 754-0755 Vice Chairperson.....................................................Themis Glatman, SMWYC.......................................................(818) 425-8752 Deputy Vice Chairperson.........................................Frank Roberts, LMVYC.......................................................... (714) 925-3597 Immediate Past Chairperson.....................................Jo Ann Sedgwick, SGYC........................................................(858) 213-5498 Sponsor Chairman........................................................Peter Tietz, LMVYC............................................................(619) 757-3915 Presenters...........................................................Jerry Martin, KHYC/NYCLB/ALYC.................................................(310) 374-0741 88th SCYA MIDWINTER REGATTA NOTICE OF RACE February 11 and 12, 2017 / February 18 and 19, 2017* 1.0 RULES The regatta will be governed by the rules as defined in The Racing Rules of Sailing, 2017-2020 (“RRS”). 2.0 ELIGIBILITY AND ENTRY 2.1 Each entrant must be a member of a yacht club or sailing association belonging to the Southern California Yachting Association (SCYA), US SAILING, the Southern California Cruiser Association (SCCA), or the American Model Yacht Association (ACMYA) or a guest of the host venue. In select non-spinnaker classes the Host Venue may waive this requirement and accept other entries. Contact the Host Venue for further information. 2.2 Participating classes are listed in this Notice and include handicap, one-design, model boats and predicted log. Classes not listed may apply to the SCYA Midwinter Chairman for assignment to a host club. Three entries are required to establish a class. All entrants must be current members of the fleet in which they race. Out of the area boats may obtain a guest handicap certificate from PHRF of Southern California by calling (562) 438-6712. 2.3 Boats competing in this regatta shall use the ratings applicable to the individual host yacht club’s venue where they race. 2.4 Entries can be mailed to the host yacht club, hand delivered there, or submitted on-line if the host yacht club so provides, before the entry deadline specified by each host yacht club. Host model yacht clubs may use their own entry forms. 2.5 One-design classes are requested to have an official representative at each host club before or during registration to resolve any issue relating to that class. 2.6 Entry fees: LOA of the boat: <10 ft. 10 to 19.9 ft. 20-30 ft. Over 30 ft. Regular Fee $25.00 $35.00 $40.00 $50.00 US SAILING Member $23.00 $33.00 $38.00 $48.00 Model Boats $15.00 Predicted Log $25.00 REGISTRATION FEE CHECKS MUST BE MADE PAYABLE TO THE HOST CLUB 3.0 SCHEDULE OF RACES The schedule of races and starting times are listed in this Notice of Race under each host yacht club. Competitors are requested to contact their host yacht club as to any start time changes and special instructions. 4.0 SAILING INSTRUCTIONS Sailing Instructions will be published by each host yacht club and will be available as determined by each club. 5.0 TROPHIES Trophies will be awarded at each host yacht club after the final race, according to the following schedule: Entries 3 to 5 6 to 8 9 to 15 16 to 20 21 up Trophies 1 2 3 4 5 Trophies not claimed within 60 days shall be forfeited. 6.0 DISCLAIMER OF LIABILITY Competitors in this event are reminded that they participate entirely at their own risk. See RRS 4, Decision to Race. *Classes will race the above dates or on other dates, as indicated in this Notice. Southern California Yachting Association Sail # Rating 88th Midwinter Regatta Boat type and size Entry Form and Race Agreement Boat Name Host Yacht Club________________________________________ Doc/CF# One-Design PHRF ORCA PHRF N/S Sport Boat ENTRY FEES Model Sailboat Portsmouth Predicted Log Cruising Class Boats Less than 10’....................$25.00* Boats 10' to 19.9'.......................$35.00* Boats 20' to 30'..........................$40.00* Skipper(s) Name Boats over 30'............................$50.00* Phone # Email __ _ Model Sailboats.........................$15.00 Address Predicted Log……………………...…..$25.00 City State Zip Host club may charge additional fees. Yacht Club ____ ___ US SAILING # Expiration Date *US SAILING member deduct $2.00 Please accept my entry in the SCYA 2017 Midwinter Regatta. In consideration of your acceptance, I hereby agree as follows: My vessel will be equipped to conform to all USGC and US SAILING safety requirements and those of the fleet in which I compete. I agree to comply with all rules and instructions issued by SCYA and the host yacht club. I hereby release the SCYA, the host yacht club or participating sailing association, and its officers, agents and committee persons, from any and all liability for any injury to myself, my crew or my vessel arising out my participation in this regatta to the extent that such release does not discharge my insurance carrier under the provisions of the insurance policies on my vessel. I assume any risk of injury or death arising out of my participation in the regatta, failure or breakage of my vessel or any of its equipment, or either conditions. I own or have chartered the yacht entered and I am a member in good standing of a Yacht Club or Association recognized by SCYA, US SAILING, SCCA, or AMYA (Requirement may be waived by Clubs in the PHRF Non-Spin. Class). Date ____________________ Signed ____________________________________________ Fee Enclosed $____________ Signed ____________________________________________ Parent or guardian of minor (if under 18 years of age). MAKE CHECKS PAYABLE TO THE HOST CLUB Complete above information and send this entry form with a check payable to the host yacht club. For Host Club Use Only Fee Received $___________________ Fleet/Class ____________________________________ Cash $_______________ Check Amount $_______________ Check # _______________ Date___________________ Check with the Host Club for updates and to receive the Sailing Instructions. Some of the Host Clubs also accept online registration. The latest News and Information is available at www.midwinters.scyaweb.org Host Clubs awaits your T-Shirt order. Do not be disappointed. Order now! Check out what is available at www.midwinters.scyaweb.org or with the Host Club. Some of our Sponsors and Supporters may be providing special promotions for participants, if you do not wish to receive this information from them please check this box. e-mail_______________________________________________________________ ALAMITOS BAY YACHT CLUB (ABYC) - Date of Race: Feb. 18 & 19, 2017 11 Classes: 505, A Class, C-15, Cal 20, F-18, I-14, Laser Master, Lido 14 A & B 1st Warning Signal: 11:59 am Entries Close: Wed. Feb. 15, 2017 Entries to: www.abyc.org or Alamitos Bay Yacht Club, 7201 E. Ocean Blvd., Long Beach, CA 90803. Entries will also be taken race day at ABYC. Skippers’ Meetings: 10:30 a.m. Sat. Feb. 18, 2017 Trophy Presentations: After racing Sunday at ABYC. Event Chair: Fleet Captain David Schack: [email protected]; (310