Weekly News and Announcements
June 21, 2006

TYPICAL COACHING SCHEDULE FOR JUNE

Sunday p.m. Jodi (ITP/Open together)
Monday a.m. Crystal (ITP)
Monday p.m. Bill (ITP), Leah (Open), Crystal (BSD)
Tuesday a.m. Caroline (ITP/Open together)
Tuesday p.m. Kevin (ITP/Open together), Leah (BSD)
Wednesday a.m. Crystal (ITP)
Wednesday p.m. Bill (ITP), Leah (Open), Crystal (BSD)
Thursday a.m. Caroline (ITP/Open together)
Thursday p.m. Kevin (ITP), Bill (Open), Leah (BSD)
Friday a.m. Crystal (ITP)
Friday p.m. Bill (ITP/Open)
Youth Rowing (4-6 p.m.) Bill and Leah

HELP RECRUIT PARTICIPANTS FOR LEARN-TO-ROW

We need help recruiting folks into the three remaining learn-to-row classes, LTR VIII (am), LTR IX (pm), and LTR X (pm). We have coaches, but only half the number of rowers we need enrolled in each of the classes. This last round begins soon -- next week -- so please put the word out. The AARC member with the most LTR recruits will receive a new JL pair of shorts or rowing top -- whichever is preferred. Thank you!

BBQ ON THE SUMMER SOLSTICE

Please join us for our Summer Solstice BBQ hosted by the ITP program following this Friday's workout, June 23. Burgers, buns, condiments, some beverages, and a few desserts will be provided and we are asking the rest of the club's members to please bring some side dishes to share including chips, salads, dips or whatever else you can dream up.

This year, each monthly BBQ is hosted by a different group from the club. This month's event is coordinated by ITP rower Nora Waite. The remaining groups will be responsible for the following dates: July 28 (Open hosts) and September 22 (Basic hosts). Each group is encouraged to come up with a theme for their BBQ, but it is not required. Thanks to Rachel Cox and Cheryl Chidester for volunteering to host next month. I am seeking a member to help coordinate for the remaining event.

I am also seeking volunteers to help me plan the AARC picnic at a local park complete with Volleyball and other fun activities on Saturday, August 26. If you would like to help with this task please drop me a line. If you are interested in these non time-consuming tasks please email Delores Patterson at dpatterson@detnews.com.

And finally, this note from Nora: "We are having a Summer Solstice BBQ this Friday. The usual applies, bring something to share, club will provide burgers, dogs, buns, condiments, plates, ice for coolers, and some juices and water. People are encouraged to bring brightly colored/warm-toned or sun-themed food , but it isn't at all necessary. Any dish to pass and yourself is great! Bring your own beer if you choose. Should be a great way to spend the evening."

CANADIAN HENLEY MASTERS EVENT SELECTION SET TO BEGIN

A reminder from Kevin regarding the beginning of Canadian Henley selection:

STEP 1: STATEMENT OF INTEREST (ANYTIME BEFORE JUNE 27): Our entries for this race are due on July 19. Therefore, we need time to determine our crews. If you are interested in competing, please notify Tricia by Tuesday, June 27 ( triciam@umich.edu ). Give her your name, birth date, and what side you row.

STEP 2: 1000m ERG TEST (JUNE 27/28): A 1000m erg test will be held on Tuesday, June 27, at p.m. practice and Wednesday, June 28, at a.m. practice. You pick which one you want to attend. This test is mandatory for all rowers who want to enter selection for this regatta (and is mandatory for all ITP rowers, regardless of interest in the Henley regatta). If you are unable to attend on those nights, you need to contact me by June 22 to arrange an alternate time. You will not be considered for selection without pulling this test.

SEEKING SPONSORSHIP FOR THIS YEAR'S MCI

We're still looking for sponsors to this year's MCI. If you or your business are interested in this opportunity, or know of a place of business/individuals that you think we'll have a successful approach with, please send those ideas to mci_regatta@umich.edu. If you're interested in becoming of sponsor of this year's MCI, email mci_regatta@umich.edu by June 30th.

Sponsorship opportunities for this year's MCI include:

• Friends of MCI: A black and white message space 1 1/2 x 2 inches to send your friends/boat mates a message. Friends of MCI are those who make donations of $10;
• Red sponsors: A 2 x 2 1/2 inch ad for your organization (including any artwork or coupons you would like to provide) will be included in the MCI event program in addition to acknowledgement in the program as an event sponsor. Red sponsorship is for donations of $25 or more;
• Blue sponsors: In addition to the benefits described above for Red sponsors, with a 2 1/2 x 4 inch ad space, Blue-level sponsorship includes your name as an event sponsor on this year's event t-shirt as well as announcements on the loud speakers throughout the event. Blue sponsors will also have the opportunity to provide materials for the event packet presented to participants on arrival. Blue sponsorship is for donations of $60 or more;
• Presenting sponsors: In addition to the benefits described above for both the Red and Blue sponsors, with a 5 x 4 inch ad space, Presenting sponsors will have their name included on all MCI-related merchandise and signage, and listed as presenting the regatta. Presenting sponsorship is for donations exceeding $100.

MCI T-SHIRT DESGIN CONTEST

This year's t-shirt design contest is under way, and we're still accepting entries. Please email your designs (you can submit more than one!) to mci_regatta@umich.edu by June 23 (that's next Friday). Winner receives a free t-shirt, so good luck!

KIDS TRIATHLON & FUN RUN

The Ann Arbor Triathlon Club is hosting the 8th annual Kids Triathlon and Fun Run on June 25th at Saline High School. This is a fantastic opportunity for kids up to 14 years old to have a safe, fun, and affordable event. All proceeds will be donated to the Trail's Edge Camp, a wonderful non-profit organization affiliated with Mott Children's Hospital to provide a summer camp for children who are dependent on ventilators. Detailed info and sign-up for the triathlon at www.aatriclub.org/kidtri, and learn more about Trail's Edge Camp at www.umich.edu/~tecamp.

CALENDAR

Friday, June 23: AARC Club BBQ
Saturday, July 8: Grand Regatta, Grand Rapids
Tuesday, July 11: AARC Board Meeting
Saturday, July 15 - Sunday, July 16: Chicago Sprints Regatta, Chicago, IL
Wednesday, July 19 - Sunday, July 23: U.S. National Championship Regatta, Indianapolis, IN
Saturday, July 22: Michigan Club Invitational Regatta, Ann Arbor
Friday, July 28: AARC Club BBQ
Tuesday, August 8: AARC Board Meeting
Tuesday, August 8 - Sunday, August 13: Royal Canadian Henley Regatta, St. Catherines
Thursday, August 10 - Sunday, August 13: USRA Masters Nationals, Seattle, WA
Saturday, August 26: AARC Club Picnic
Thursday, September 7 - Sunday, September 10: FISA World Masters Regatta, Princeton, NJ
Tuesday, September 12: AARC Board Meeting
Saturday, September 16: Head of the Thames Regatta, London, ON
Friday, September 22: AARC Club BBQ
Monday, September 25: Evening Practice to Start at 6:15 PM
Saturday, October 7: Head of the Ohio Regatta, Pittsburgh
Monday, October 9: Evening Practice to Start at 6:00 PM
Tuesday, October 10: AARC Board Meeting
Saturday, October 14: Frogtown Races, Toledo
Saturday, October 21 - Sunday, October 22: Head of the Charles Regatta, Boston
Saturday, October 28: Speakmon Regatta, Columbus
Sunday, November 5: American Heritage River Fall Classic Regatta, Wyandotte
Sunday, November 5: Last Day of the Fall Season
Sunday, November 12: End of the Year Party
Tuesday, November 14: AARC Board Meeting
Tuesday, December 12: AARC Board Meeting

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