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| 2009 M242 North Americans Schedule of Events Issued December 18, 2008
August 6 – 9, 2009 Wednesday through Sunday Chairman: Marylyn Hoenemeyer 310.472.3577 or 310.617.3870 hoenemeyer@roadrunner.com California Yacht Club is pleased to host the M242 class for the North American Championship this coming August 5th through 9th. Sailing conditions in Marina del Rey at this time of year are ideal for a championship event, with a 10 to 15 knot breeze typically filling in by noon under warm and sunny skies. Come sail on the same waters where many championship regattas have been sailed, including the Star Worlds, the Laser Radial Worlds, the J80 North Americans, the J105 North Americans, the J24 North Americans and the Schock 35 Nationals. Experience the dedication of a race management team that has been awarded US Sailing's prestigious St. Petersburg Trophy three times in the past decade. A full calendar of events has been planned: Wednesday, July 1 | Early entry deadline | Thursday, August 6 |
| 0900 – 1600 hrs | Boat and sail measurement/inspection by appointment only | 1000 – 1200 hrs | Registration | 1200 hrs | Ullman Sails Starting Clinic | 1400 hrs | Multiple practice starts | 1500 hrs | Two practice races | 1600 hrs | Deadline for boats to be in the water | 1700 hrs | Entry and registration deadline | 1800 hrs | Welcoming Party | Friday, August 7 |
| 0800 – 0930 hrs | No host Racers' Breakfast | 0930 hrs | Skippers' Meeting | 1230 hrs | Warning Signal for first race of the day (three races scheduled) | After racing | Complimentary refreshments | Saturday, August 8 |
| 1230 hrs | Warning Signal for First Race of the Day (three races scheduled) | After racing | Complimentary refreshments | 1830 hrs | Banquet at CYC | Sunday, August 9 |
| 1230 hrs | Warning Signal for First Race of the Day (two races scheduled) | After racing | Trophy Presentation with complimentary refreshments |
Marina del Rey is an ideal vacation destination for the whole family. Enjoy shopping experiences from chic Rodeo Drive to eclectic Melrose Avenue. Visit cultural attractions such as the Getty Museum and the LA County Museum of Art or enjoy a concert under the stars at the Hollywood Bowl. Family excursions include Universal Studios, Disneyland and Knott's Berry Farm. Competitors and their guests also are welcome to use the Club's facilities during race days, including a heated pool, snack bar and dining facilities. Visiting boats should contact CYC Dockmaster Ty Olsen at 310.823.4567 or ty.olsen@calyachtclub.net to make boat storage arrangements immediately preceding and following the regatta. |
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