Bald Head Island Regatta  April 4-6, 2008

Notice of Race

(Amended 12.06.07)

 

The 2008 Bald Head Island Regatta is sponsored by Bald Head Island Limited, Mount Gay Rum, Carolina Blonde, Southport Boatworks and others and hosted by organizing authorities Bald Head Island Sailing (BHIS), Carolina Yacht Club (CYC), Cape Fear Yacht Club (CFYC), and the Wrightsville Beach Ocean Racing Association (WBORA). 

1              Rules

The regatta will be governed by the Racing Rules of Sailing (RRS) 2005-2008 and the prescriptions of US Sailing.   One design boats will be governed by their respective class rules.  All boats entered in PHRF classes shall have a current NC-PHRF rating certificate. All boats shall carry an operating VHF radio. 

2                Eligibility and Entry

2.1          The regatta is open to One Design boats and PHRF boats at least 20 LOA, but less than 60 feet LOA) that meet the Coast Guard and NCDNR requirements, and by delivering a completed entry form and paying the appropriate entry fee No Later Than Friday, April 4, 2008, 1000. 

2.2          Eligible boats may be entered in advance by completing a copy of the entry form and sending it with a copy of the NC-PHRF Certificate and appropriate fee to:  Bald Head Island Regatta, POB 3069, Bald Head Island, NC  28461       

Early entries are encouraged to secure discounts and free dockage.  For an NC-PHRF Certificate, please visit www.ncphrf.com.  Provisional PHRF ratings may be assigned by BHIR Management. 

3              Fees

Registration includes 1 event pass, a competitor’s bag and a pro-rated number of Mount Gay Rum hats based on registration payment date. 

               

Entry Fee by LOA:

January 15

March 15

April 4

Total

 

 

 

 

 

20 - 30

100

125

150

 

31 - 40

125

150

175

 

41 - 50

150

175

200

 

51 - 60

200

225

250

 

 

 

 

 

 

Event Passes

50

75

100

 

 

 

 

 

 

Saturday Box Lunches

10

10

10

 

#

 

 

 

 

 

4                Preliminary Schedule  of Events (all events held at  the Bald Head Island Mariners Port Sailing Center/Eb & Flo’s)

 

Thursday, 03 April                1900 – 2100                Race Committee Meeting    

Friday, 04 April                1100-1300                Registration, Competitors’ Meeting (1200), Lunch

                1355                Warning signal for first class to start in first race

1800-2200                  Dinner, Drinks & Entertainment

Saturday, 05 April                0830-0930                Competitors’ Breakfast -

                1055                Warning signal for first class to start.

Additional races may follow the completion of the previous race

1700-1900                  Heavy hors d’oeuvres & drinks

 

                Sunday, 06 April                                0830                                Continental Breakfast 

                                0955                                Warning signal for first class to start.

                                                                Additional races may follow the completion of the previous race

                                1530 -1630                                Awards Presentation and cookout

5             Sailing Instructions

The Sailing Instructions will be available online and at registration. 

6              Regatta Description

6.1          Five to nine races are planned.  The completion of one race shall constitute a regatta.  PHRF entrants may enter the Spinnaker or Non Spinnaker Fleets.  Four or more boats of the same type may be sailed as a One-Design Class within the Fleet. 

6.2          The races shall be sailed in the ocean east of the Cape Fear River Inlet or in the Cape Fear River depending on conditions. 

6.3          Courses will be windward-leeward or other. 

7              Scoring

The low point scoring system, RRS Appendix A2 will be used except that each boat's total score will be the sum of her scores for all races.   PHRF Time Allowances shall be calculated using handicaps from NC-PHRF and Time on Time Scoring.  The Time correction factor shall be 650/(550+phrf)

8                Inspection and Measurement

All boats are subject to random inspection at any time during the regatta.

9                Docking, Launch & Lodging

Discounted slips are available on a first come first serve basis for February - April.  Free dockage is available on a first come basis at Bald Head Island April 3-7, 2008.   Launch & haul out may be available at Deep Point Marina based on need.  Book discounted (20%) accommodations and get more information about Bald Head Island by visiting www.baldheadisland.com or calling (800) 432-RENT. 

10           Prizes

Prizes will be awarded in each class according to participation. Overall winner will be named on the Bald Head Island Cup Perpetual Trophy and receive a weekend stay on Bald Head Island.

11                Contacts for Further Information:          Venue                       910.457.5000                             www.bhisland.com   

       Regatta Chair                                  910.262.1527                                Rona Garm (cellular)                bhir@ec.rr.com               


Bald Head Island Regatta  April 4-6, 2008

Official Entry Form

 

Entrant Name:

On Island Accommodations:

Boat Name:

Mailing Address:

House Name:

Boat Type:

 

Address:

LOA/Beam/Draft:

Cell Phone:

 

Sail #:

Email Address:

 

PHRF/Class:          Spin     Non Spin     1D

 

 

Dockage Marina/Dates:

Owner:

Emergency Contact: 

Bald Head Island Marina

Helmsman:

 

Deep Point Marina

Tactician: 

 

Indigo Plantation Marina

 

Entry Fees:  Registration includes 1 event pass, a competitors’ bag and a pro-rated number of Mount Gay Rum hats based on payment date. 

                  Event passes include entrance to Friday Brunch, Saturday & Sunday Breakfasts, Friday, Saturday, Sunday Socials

 

Entry Fee by LOA:

January 15

March 15

April 4

Total

 

 

 

 

 

20 - 30

100

125

150

 

31 - 40

125

150

175

 

41 - 50

150

175

200

 

51 - 60

200

225

250

 

 

 

 

 

 

Event Passes

50

75

100

 

 

 

 

 

 

Saturday Box Lunches

10

10

10

 

#

 

 

 

 

 

                                TOTAL AMOUNT ENCLOSED:                       ________

 

Please mail form with check payable to Bald Head Island Limited to:

Bald Head Island Regatta, POB 3069, Bald Head Island, NC  28461

 

In consideration of the acceptance of my application in this regatta:

 

I hereby waive, release and discharge any and all claims for damages or death, personal injury or property damage which I may have, or which may subsequently accrue to me, as a result of my participation in this boat race.  This release is intended to discharge the organizing authorities, Cape Fear Yacht club (CFYC) and Wrightsville Beach Ocean Racing Association (WBORA), sponsor, Bald Head Island Limited, Shoals Club, promoting clubs BHIS, WBORA, CFYC and Carolina Yacht club (CYC) officials, any involved municipalities, other public entities, the UNITED STATES SAILING ASSOCIATION (US SAILING) and all employees, volunteers, Juries, Race Committees and sponsors of this regatta from and against any and all liability arising out of or connected in any way with my participation in this regatta and social events connected therewith, even though that liability may arise out of negligence or carelessness on the part of the persons or entities mentioned above

 

I further understand that serious accidents occasionally occur during boat racing, and that participants in boat racing occasionally sustain mortal or serious personal injuries, and/or property damages, as a consequence.  I knowingly assume the risks of sailboat racing and release and hold harmless all of the persons or entities mentioned above who might otherwise be liable to me or my heirs or assigns for damages.

 

I agree to abide by the “rules” as defined in the Racing Rules of Sailing; the regulations and sailing instructions issued for this event.  I am over 18 years old and agree to the terms of this release.  I give permission for the free use of my name, picture and voice in any broadcast, telecast or print media account of this regatta in any medium.

  

I acknowledge that equipment regulations and inspection of vessels is for the sole purpose of ensuring fair competition and does not serve as a certification of safety and that it is my sole responsibility to maintain my boat in a properly equipped, seaworthy and safe condition.  I represent that my boat is thoroughly seaworthy and safe and all equipment on board, including but not limited to safety and emergency equipment, is properly stowed, in good working condition and is appropriate for this regatta.  I further represent that I and any crew permitted aboard the boat are competent and experienced, physically fit, and capable of swimming and treading water in full sailing attire, and have been instructed in the use and location of all safety equipment aboard the boat and of these conditions. 

               

I have read and understand the above waiver and the Notice of Race.  I hereby warrant that my boat will be outfitted, equipped and handled in accordance with these Conditions; that she will have all the required equipment aboard; that she is seaworthy in hull, rig and gear; and that she will be completely and competently manned.  Each Skipper must evaluate weather and sea conditions and his/her crew and I acknowledge that I am responsible for determining whether it is safe for my boat to participate or continue to participate in any race of this regatta.  I also accept full responsibility for the conduct of each member of my crew and guest during the BHIR08. 

 

SIGNATURE: ________________________________________________________                  DATE:  ___________________________________

 

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