NOTICE OF RACE

NOTICE OF RACE

International Penguin Class Dinghy Association

2007 International Championship

August 24 – 26, 2007

Hosted by: Tred Avon Yacht Club

Oxford, Maryland

Rules:
This Regatta is sanctioned by the International Penguin Class Dinghy Association (IPCDA), and will be conducted by IPCDA and hosted by the Tred Avon Yacht Club . The Regatta shall be governed by The Racing Rules of Sailing 2005-2008 (RRS), and the IPCDA Class rules except as modified by this Notice of Race and the Sailing Instructions.

The following 4 items shall apply:
l. Minimum crew weight is 290 lbs for classic boats and 310 lbs. for modern boats*. Minimum hull weight is 140 lbs. Excess hull weight may be applied towards the crew weight

2. Any boat that capsizes during a race, as defined by the mast hitting the water, shall retire from that race.
3. Anchors are not required.
4. One serviceable paddle is required
Notice is hereby given that all participants, including spectators, officials and others, participate in this event including pre- and post-race activities entirely at their own risk.

*Modern boat definition includes Burtis, Innovator, & Freedom hulls. Class measurer or his designate shall make classification decisions. * Higher weight limit for modern boat follows guidelines adopted for Region III.

Advertising and Sponsors:
The Regatta is designated Category A in accordance with Rule 79 of the RRS. There will not be a penalty for items that are approved by the Organizing Authority.

Eligibility:
International Championship: The skipper shall be a member in good standing of the IPCDA with proof of payment of 2006 dues. For skippers sailing with non-family member minor crew (under the age of 19), the name and emergency phone numbers of the parents will be required or you can complete a Parental Permission Form. Juniors may also sail in the “Senior” International Championship, however to be eligible for senior awards, they must meet the senior weight rule.

                                            Registration fee
International Championship            $100.00
Juniors in Intl. Championship            $60.00

Entries with checks made payable to IPCDA should be mailed to: Penguin Internationals c/o Charles Krafft, 8300 Waverly Rd., Owings, MD 20736.

Sailing Instructions:
Sailing Instructions will be available at registration on Friday, August 24, 2007.
Measurements:
Measurements will be conducted from 8:30 AM to 10:00 AM on Friday, August 24, 2007. Measurements may include but are not limited to hull weight, crew weight, sails, and safety gear. All equipment and measurement items are subject to measurement at any point up to the awards presentation.

Scoring:
The low point scoring system with no bonus points from the RRS Appendix A will be used. In the event that six or more races are sailed, there will be a provision for a throw-out. Three races shall constitute a series for the International Championships.

Prizes:
Awards will be presented to the top five finishers overall and to the top junior team in the Senior Championships. Awards will also be given in the President’s division: skippers who have not placed third or better in a regional or higher event. Several other special awards will be presented and include the Master’s Award (highest skipper born prior to August 24th, 1957), the top woman skipper, top parent-child team and the Rookie award to the best finisher who has never sailed in an IPCDA International championship.

Schedule of Events: INTERNATIONAL CHAMPIONSHIP –Tred Avon Yacht Club
Friday, August 24th.
8:30 AM to 10:00 AM     Registration and Measurement   - Continental Breakfast
11:00 AM        Skipper’s Meeting
12:00 PM         Lunch

1:00 PM Harbor start for afternoon races, (2)
6:00 PM Dinner at Bachelor's Point (included in registration) and Annual Meeting

Saturday, August 25th

8:00 AM Continental Breakfast
9:30 AM Harbor Gun for races, (4)
6:30 PM Dinner available at TAYC
Sunday, August 26th
9:30 AM Harbor Gun for morning races, (2)
TBD PM International Championship Awards Presentation at conclusion of racing

The Race Committee has the option to hold as many races daily as possible weather permitting. *Boxed lunches, may be taken to race course, depending on timing and wind conditions.

^{Meals included in the entry fee are for skipper plus crew. Additional dinners
may be purchased, price TBD.

Communication :
QUESTIONS: E-mail: Charlie Krafft,^{410-257-2379 ,
chaskrafft@comcast.net}

Housing coordinator: Monty Baker capmity@aol.com

A copy of this Notice of Race, Entry Form, and the General Information
Package can be found on the Penguin Class Web Site
^{http://www.penguinclass.com}
^{Accommodations: There are numerous hotels in the Easton area, as well as Bed
and Breakfasts. Local Hotels include:

Days Inn, Easton, 718 Ocean Gateway, Easton, MD 21601 410 822 4600 17 m from
Yacht Club 79.00 weekday

Holiday Inn Express, 2715 Ocean
Gateway, Cambridge, MD 21613 410 221 9900 3 mi from Yacht Club 99.00 week

^{Days Inn and
Suites, 2917 Ocean Gateway, Cambridge, Md 21613 410 228 4444 3 mi from Club
99.00 week}^{Hyatt Regency Chesapeake,
Cambridge, MD 21613 3 mi by road or water 410 901 1234 $300.00 and up}

Entry Form

2007 Penguin International Championship

Skipper ______________________________________________

Address _______________________________________________

City____________________________ State _____ Zip __________

Phone ______________________(H)
__________________________(cell)

E-Mail __________________________________________________

Crew Name ______________________________________________

Boat #________________ Boat Name__________________________

Special Awards Eligibility (please check if applicable)

Master’s (skipper born prior to August 24, 1957)
___

Junior (skipper born after August 24th, 1988) ____Parent-Child Team _____

Long Distance (distance traveled to regatta _______

Release From Liability

The undersigned releases the International Penguin Class Dinghy
Association, the Tred Avon Yacht Club and their respective Officers, and the
Race Committee from any liability for personal injury or illness or property
damage or loss resulting from or incidental to my participation in any aspect of
this event. My participation is voluntary. My equipment is in safe condition. To
the best of my knowledge, I am physically well enough to participate safely. I
agree to be bound by The Racing Rules of Sailing, and by all other rules that
govern this event.
_____________________________ __________
_________________ _______

Skipper
Date
Crew
Date




International Championship
$100

Junior
$60

Entry forms with the appropriate registration fee payable to the IPCDA
should be mailed to:

Penguin Internationals c/o 8300 Waverly Rd., Owings, MD
20736}}