LATEST NEWS
2017 Worlds: Register Now & Save Money
Western Region Commodore Mike Miller has just released the latest list of those registered for the 2017 DN Worlds & North Americans. See it on the 2017 Worlds page or click here to open the pdf file.
There are 14 days left to register and take advantage of the early entry fee. Register today! All the information about registration and the regatta is on the 2017 Worlds & North American page.
2016 DN Central Regional Regatta
“The weather in Northern Michigan has not been cooperating lately. Although we currently have 2 regatta sized lakes that have frozen, they are also snow covered. The very cold upcoming weather brings hopes of more potential venues throughout the central region. I am hoping to find or get word of sailable ice for a mid week regatta between Christmas and New Year’s. Ice checkers – please let me know of any prospects in the region.”
Bill Cutting
US5430@gmail.com
Worlds Regatta Shirts
We are happy to announce that we’ve opened a DN North American store through Cafe Press where you can buy DN branded gear. Our first offerings are a sweatshirt and long sleeved shirt with the 2017 Worlds logo on the pocket area in either gray or white. Visit the store by clicking this link.
Please note that all those who register for the 2017 Worlds will receive a free Hanes Cool Dri poly t shirt with the regatta logo.
You have the option of purchasing a 2017 DN Worlds long sleeved t shirt or sweatshirt from Cafe Press here.
December 2016 Runner Tracks
The latest edition of Runner Tracks has been posted. This one’s a very special issue featuring a comprehensive interview with Jane Pegel by Susie Pegel, full of important class history and Jane’s take on the state of the DN class. Read it here on the Runner Tracks newsletter page.
Five proposals have been submitted and will be discussed at the 2017 annual meeting. You can download the proposals by clicking this link.
There’s also an article by Ron Sherry explaining 4 simple ways to Be The Guy who promotes the class.
Did you know that Runner Tracks is available in three different electronic formats and you can also order it in a print version?
- Flipbook magazine: Best for laptops and desktop computers
- PDF: Best for tablets
- PDF Single Page: Best for mobile devices
2017 Worlds & North American Championship Update
Western Region Commodore Mike Miller has updated the list of sailors who are registered for the DN World and North American championships. Please go to the 2017 Worlds Page and see the blue button with “Entry List” on the right side bar. If you are on a phone, scroll all the way down to the bottom.
Save money and pay your registration by December 31, 2016!
You can download a registration form and mail a check or you can pay using Paypal. Click here for more information.
Gold Cup & NAC Registration Office is Open!
“The ice may be slow to form this season, but no reason not to register for the 2017 Worlds. The deadline of Dec 31, 2016 will be enforced this year so don’t delay.
Those that register online with PayPal will still need to complete the Registration Forms.
There is now a blue button to click on to view the current registrations received.”
Mike Miller, Race Chairman US5369
Go to the 2017 Worlds & North Americans page to register and to view the list of those who have registered.
DN Sailors: Send It! (Your Videos)
A request from Dave Elsmo US5486
Dear DN Sailors,
The Western region is slated to once again host the 2017 DN World and North American Championships! We are putting together a promotional video to send to news outlets and build hype for the event and potential event sponsors. We are looking for individuals with recent footage of DN racing, the social events and anything that could build interest in our event! Please contact me at Daveelsmo@gmail.com if you have something we can use! Please send me clips, not full 15 minute swaths of standing at the starting blocks! I look forward to seeing what you all have to offer!
Dave Elsmo
Western Challenge Postponed
The first unofficial regatta of the season, the Western Challenge, has been postponed until December 9, 10, 11, 2016. Please see the Minnesota Ice Sailing Association website for the latest information.
NOTICE OF RACE: 2017 Western Lakes Regional Championship
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2017 Notice of Race
Western Lakes Regional DN Championship Regatta
January 7-8, 2017
Organizing Authority: International DN Ice Yacht Racing Association
Host: North American Western Region
1. Rules:
All races will be governed by the Racing Rules of the National Iceboat Authority; the By-Laws of the IDNIYRA, and Official Specifications of the DN Ice Yacht; the Notice of Race, including any amendments to the Notice of Race, (except as any of these are altered by the sailing instructions) and the Sailing Instructions. The Sailing Instructions can be modified at the Skippers Meeting and by a notice posted on the official notice board.
Eight (8) race regatta format – 3 race minimum in the Gold Fleet will constitute the regatta. Fleets – Gold & Silver Fleet, Rookie Division as part of the lowest fleet; Volunteer split for fleets.
2. Eligibility:
All DN class yachts meeting the requirements of the Official Specifications and whose skippers meet the requirements of the By-Laws of the IDNIYRA as stated in the section IDNIYRA Regattas are eligible to enter and race in the championship.
Proof of personal or race liability insurance ($300,000 minimum) will be needed at time of registration.
3. Site Information and Postings:
A. The primary site is within the North American Western Region
B. Site and Headquarters Information will be determined by the regatta organizer.
C. Official regatta information, updates and accommodations: DN America Forum & Western Region Hotline – 608-313-5156
4. Entry and Fee:
A. The official entry form must be submitted and signed at registration.
B. The entry fee is $35, payable at site of regatta in US dollars.
5. Schedule of Events:
- Friday: 7-9 PM Registration at Regatta Hotel Headquarters
- Sat 8-9 on ice registration
- Sat 9:30 Skippers Meeting
- Sat 10:30 First DN start
- Sunday 10:00 First DN start. No race will start after 2:30 PM
6. Sailing Instructions:
Official Sailing Instructions will be provided at registration.
7. Prizes:
Trophies will be awarded to the top ten places in each fleet plus Top Woman, Top Junior, Top Rookie, Top Senior (50-59), Top Master (60 to 69) and Top Grand Master (70+)
2016 New England Championship: Anything Is Possible
Eastern Lakes Commodore Chad Atkins says they are holding out hope that the 2016 Eastern Championship regatta may be sailed by the end of the year. They are keeping an eye skimming lakes to their north.
Chad also informs us that the dates of the 2017 Eastern Championship regatta has been determined. Mark your calendars for February 11-12, 2017 for that one (conditions providing of course).
See all the DN regatta dates over on the Regatta Schedule webpage.
2017 Worlds & North Americans Registration & NOR Information
The 2017 IDNIYRA World Championship and North American Regatta office is now open. Register early to avoid late fees!
Registration information and Notice of Race for both regattas has been posted on the 2017 DN Iceboat Worlds information page.
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