Way to go, Gary and Steve, in supporting such a worthy cause! A couple of (probably) stupid questions: * Does a skipper have to participate in the regatta to contribute to the Leukemia group (my boat's sitting on an ice-cold trailer up in St. Paul -- a long drive) * Or, if we can't attend, may we simply send you a check to help out? Keep up the good work, happy holidays and good luck in the event! Gordon '83 M-17 Sapphire St. Paul P.S. Yes, let's kick cancer's a**! On Dec 7, 2011, at 10:33 PM, GILASAILR@aol.com wrote:
Fellow WrinkleBoaters,
It is that time again - after a hiatus, we have again pledged to help raise funds for the Leukemia Cup Regatta that will take place in January at Lake Pleasant AZ.
This year we are sailing as "Team WrinkleBoat" - we currently have commitments from approx. 9 boats for the Regatta - a fun event in which we will award the trophy(s) to a boat other than the 'fastest boat' on the course. The event has had 2 or three separate sail races - a Friday event (low key - warm-up type), Saturday has traditionally consisted of the Leukemia Cup Races -separate awards in the past, and the combination of the Saturday and Sunday racing is scored as the Arizona Yacht Club Birthday Regatta - again separate awards.
We are promoting this event - 1) For the FUN of sailing with the WrinkleBoat clan, 2) In the spirit of community service to the Leukemia Cup and those who need the help. 3) For the enjoyment of spirited AND casual competition !
We are currently awaiting the posting of schedules and race format for the event and would be very happy to have any and ALL WrinkleBoats participate! We will keep you updated as the info becomes available - Dates for the event are January 13,14,15, 2012.
Team WrinkleBoat will participate and is soliciting your support in the form of donations to the Leukemia Cup - Please see our event web page - we would appreciate any amount you can spare. Last time we were quite successful in our endeavor and we would truly like to eclipse that amount ( more than our goal shown on the page for 2012!!!)
ANY amount of support is appreciated you did us proud last time around! - we Thank You in advance for your help and participation !
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We currently have 6 - 17 footers and 3 - 15 footers coming to participate - remember - you can participate at various levels. Come sail, make a pledge, come up to the Event Auction etc. Details to follow. Those of you coming to race can collect pledges - email me for details.
Thank You,
Gary Oberbeck and Steve Witt Team WrinkleBoat- Leukemia Cup 2012 M-17 # 316 "Ohhh Boy!" - ready to kick some cancer a**!
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