NOVEMBER 2012

NANAIMO ROWING CLUB NEWSLETTER Fall 2012 A big thank you to our coaches for their hard work this season. Kelly and Craig shared head coach duties and coached the returning junior boys and girls while Jon handled the novice group. Our junior numbers were a little low so we will need to do some active recruiting leading into the spring season. In addition to coaching the juniors, Craig looked after the adult rowers (masters and seniors) and the Aspengrove school group. Numbers were up for the adults but we will still be looking to increase numbers.

Coaching The NRC executive is pleased to announce that our new head coach is Craig Rutherford. Craig started with NRC in grade 9 and his obsession with rowing hasn't slowed down. Craig is actively pursuing more advanced coaching credentials and looks forward to helping NRC continue its growth. Craig will continue to be assisted by Kelly and Jon.

Fundraising The club needs to kickstart our grassroots fundraising for equipment. We have a couple of ongoing options which are detailed in the Fundraising section of our website (www.nanaimorowingclub): Tax deductible donations – donations of $20 or more to our National Sport Trust Fund project P202 are eligible for a tax receipt. Donation forms and links for online donations are on our website.

Idea – save refunds from beverage

containers over the year and donate to our NSTF project!

Thrifty Smile Card – this is easy. Ask us for a smile card, load the card prior to shopping and then pay with the card. NRC gets 5% of the loaded amount each month. Penny Drive – extended! Boys vs Girls! Bring in your pennies (or silver coins) and help fill our buckets. Again, this is easy. Other ideas? The executive would welcome any and all ideas for fundraising.

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NOVEMBER 2012

Regattas and Training Days NRC had successful regattas at Head of Gorge and Head of Elk at the end of October. These are races for the more experienced crews and we had Junior boys and girls quads as well as a Men's eight entered. We also hosted the always popular training day with Maple Bay on November 3rd. Thanks to the coaches for pulling this together. Also, a very special thanks to Sue Trebett and Barb Bell for organizing the food and thank you to all the volunteers that contributed to making the day a success.

Boathouse We have the plans, we have the city of Nanaimo's commitment to covering one-third of the costs. Now, together with the Nanaimo Canoe and Kayak Club we need to raise a lot of money. Unfortunately, this is in addition to funds for equipment and keeping the club running. The executive is exploring some major fundraising options and making grant applications. We will be asking for your help. Did you know that Nanaimo is hosting the 2014 BC Summer Games? Rowing is one of the featured events!

Winter Training - Bring your runners! Juniors: Starts December 3rd. Monday, Wednesday and Friday, 3:45-5:30 pm Masters: Dryland, Monday and Wednesday, 6:00 pm On the water: Sunday, 9:00 am Spring 2013 Junior Schedule Spring Rowing will start Monday, January 14th, weather permitting. Our planned schedule is below; all sessions are 3:45-6pm. Novices from this Fall will be absorbed by their age/gender crew. Fees will be the same as Spring 2012. Details will be posted on the website within the next week. All: Monday, Wednesday, Friday Plus Boys: Tuesday / Girls: Thursday

Clothing Order Apologies for not having this out sooner. The order form is attached – please return to your coach by December 5th with payment. Cheques should be payable to Nanaimo Rowing Club. Novices receive a free red t-shirt but still need to fill in an order form. Note: We will be doing another order in the new year for racing shirts and unis.

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NOVEMBER 2012

Nanaimo Rowing Club Clothing Order Fall 2012 Name: _____________________________________ Phone: _____________________________________ NOTE: all novices receive a free red t-shirt T-shirts are Gildan 100% cotton and have screened logo front and “CREW” on back.

Hooded sweatshirts are P -tech 100% polyester and have stitched logo front left and screened “CREW” down right sleeve. Crewneck sweatshirts are Gildan 20% polyester/80% cotton. Sweatpants have stitched logo fron t left leg and optional “CREW” on back.

All t-shirts and sweats are Men's sizes S, M, L, XL Stormtech pullovers (below) and golf shirts in Men's and Women's styles, sizes S, M, L, XL

Garment

T-shirt

Colour (circle)

Size

Options (circle)

Red

Price

Number

$16

Black Hooded sweatshirt

Black

$45

Crewneck sweatshirt

Black

$36

Sport Grey Sweatpants

Black

Stormtech pullover

Black and red

CREW on back

Men's

$30 $55

Women's Golf shirt

Black

Men's

Red

Women's

$35

Grey

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