Moe Fraser Memorial Race - Notice of Race
DATE
Sunday, September 29, 2019
LOCATION
Mississauga Sailing Club, 120 Lakefront Promenade, Mississauga, ON
Rules
The regatta will be governed by the rules as defined in The Racing Rules of Sailing 2017-2020. Racing rule changes will appear in full in the Sailing Instructions which will be issued prior to the first Skipper's Meeting.
A personal flotation device or life jacket must be worn at all times. Wet suits or dry suits are not adequate personal buoyancy. Failure to comply with this Rule will be grounds for competitor disqualification.
You must have on board a marine capable compass. The marks are two miles distant, and GPS navigation crutches are banished from your boat.
Eligibility
Open to all members of MSC and guests of MSC using any craft powered by sail.
Registration/ Entry Fee
Registration is online.
Entry fee
There is no cost for sailors or guests.
The meal after the race will be provided at no cost but you must sign up in advance. A signed Waiver Form must also be submitted prior to the close of registration.
Schedule
One race two options
• Full Moe - 12nm - warning signal 11am
• Half Moe - 6nm - warning signal 11:10am
Time limit - 3pm
Skippers meeting - 9:30am
Scoring
Scoring will be based on Portsmouth Yardstick
Awards
Awards for 1st through 3rd for the full Moe plus there will be an award for the highest placed in the half Moe.
Safety
Although the weather ashore is usually warm, the waters of Lake Ontario can, at any time of year, be very cold (< 10C/50F) during and after a stiff off-shore breeze. Competitors are urged to bring clothing appropriate to sailing in these conditions.
Insurance
Participating boat shall be insured with valid third-party liability insurance with a recommended minimum cover of $1,000,000 per incident or the equivalent.
Disclaimer
Competitors participate in the regatta entirely at their own risk. See RRS 4, Decision to Race. The organizing authority, volunteers and/or the Mississauga Sailing Club 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.
Directions
Mississauga Sailing Club is located in Lakefront Promenade Park in Mississauga Ontario. Take the Cawthra Road (south) exit from the QEW highway. Travel south on Cawthra and make a left turn on to Lakeshore Road E. Travel east on Lakeshore Road and make a right turn onto Lakefront Promenade. Signs for MSC will be on your right. Watch out for the SPEED BUMPS.
FURTHER INFORMATION
Anne Pugh This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. (289 400 8807) Any amendments to this notice will be posted on the official notice board at MSC prior to 0930 hours on Saturday Sep 29th 2019
GO MOE!
