MARIANAS YACHT CLUB
NOTICE OF RACE
41st Annual Goodwill Regatta
Guam-Japan
March 2-5, 2018
Sponsored by Marianas Yacht Club and
Micronesian Laser Association
1. Rules
The series will be governed by the Racing Rules of Sailing 2017-2021, the rules of the Laser Class Association, and the sailing instructions.
2. Eligibility and Entry
The regatta is open to members of the International Laser Association.
3. Schedule of Events
Friday, March 2, 2018
Charter boat check out and registration at MYC 1200 noon
Welcome: Marianas Yacht Club 1800
Registration Dinner available at the club
Saturday, March 3, 2018
Late Charter check out 0830
Skipper's Mtg, Marianas Yacht Club 0930
Course Racing 1030-1600
Evening – Open
Sunday, March 4, 2018
Final Course Racing 1030-1500
Awards Ceremony Dinner at MYC 1830
Monday, March 5, 2018
Day Activities – Open for touring, snorkel, golf, shopping, etc.
Evening potluck at member's home 1800
Competitors, Host families, Committee members
4. Entry Fees *
Members of US Sail or National sailing authority $100.00
Non US Sail members $150.00
*Entry includes lunch for Saturday and Sunday, and Dinner at the Awards Party
5. Charter & Deposit
International members may charter good condition boats for $150.00 US. Hull, spar and dagger boards are provided, however, it is recommended to bring your dagger board for best performance. Bring sail, tiller & extension, rudders (MYC has limited quantity) and running gear (with blocks, etc.). Boats are available Friday, March 2 on a first come first basis.
6. Sailing Instructions:
Sailing instructions will be available at Registration & Skipper's Meeting.
7. Race Area
The racing area will be Apra Harbor in an area specified at the Skipper's Meeting.
8. Course:
The course(s) will be detailed at the Skipper's Meeting and posted on the notice board.
9. Scoring:
The Low Point Scoring System, Appendix A4 of the racing rules, will apply.
10. Decisions of the Protest Committee
Decisions of the Protest Committee will be final.
11. Prizes
First through third place prizes will be awarded. The Bob Bradford Heavy Weather Award, Tadami Team Trophy, and other special prizes and awards will be given.
12. Accommodations
Homestay for visiting competitors is available with MYC members upon request. Please advise early of your housing needs. Large groups or support parties will require hotel arrangements. Contact either Stacy Gilmore at stagilmore4@gmail.com or Kelly Bruce at kbrucster@gmail.com. Visiting competitors are requested to advise MYC of flight schedules either through Japan Laser Association or Stacy at above email address.
13. For More Information
For more information, please contact MYC Race Chair Stacy Gilmore at stagilmore4@gmail.com