Social Events
Spring Kick-off Party
Our season kick-off party is held in early spring. This year it will be on April 13th at the Waterfront Grille in New Bedford. This is a fun, relaxed event to get the season started. We have raffle items, new T's and gear for sale. It's a wonderful time to reacquaint everyone and kick around ideas for the upcoming season. See the invitation for the 2012 Kick-off Party.
Fall Potluck Dinner
As the days grow short, members gather for our annual potluck dinner. We hear updates on club activities and plans from officers We share memories of the rowing season that is ending for some. (Not for all--a few row right through the winter.) Last year's fall dinner was held at Schooner Cove in New Bedford on October 29.
Full Moon Rows
ABOUT:
Full moon rows are offered during the spring, summer and fall months of the year, weather permitting. Boarding times vary depending on the month, but generally are within one half-hour after sunset. We return to the dock about 8:30 - 8:45 PM. More precise timelines are announced with each Full Moon Row below. Boats are steered by qualified WCR Boatsteerers.
LOCATION:
Unless otherwise stated, Full Moon Rows begin and end at Pope's Island Marina.
RESERVATIONS/SCHEDULING:
If you would like to sign up for a Full Moon Row, please email Liz Labelle.
WHAT TO BRING:
In addition to the usual rowing gear, be sure to bring along a light jacket and camera. Many Full Moon Rowers bring along snacks and juices to share, or hot chocolate during cooler weather. Please note: As per order of the WCR Board of Directors, alcoholic beverages of any kind are not permitted in WCR boats. Check out additional information about Full Moons throughout the year online at US Navy and/or Custom Sunset-Sunrise Calendar.
SCHEDULED FULL MOON ROWS 2012:*
May 5 "Bright Moon" | Sunset at 7:47. Leave dock at 7:30 PM
June 4 "Moon of Horses" | Sunset at 8:14. Leave dock at 8:00 PM
July 3 "Claiming Moon" | Sunset at 8:21. Leave dock at 8:00 PM
August 1 "Dispute Moon" | Sunset at 8:01. Leave dock at 7:30 PM
August 31 "Blue Moon" | Sunset at 7:18. Leave dock at 7:00 PM
September 29 "Singing Moon" | Sunset at 6:28. Leave dock at 6:30 PM
October 29 "Harvest Moon" | Sunset at 5:42 PM. Leave dock at 5:30 PM
(* Using the Celtic names for each row)
Whaleboat Scrambles
Is it a race or a social event? Actually, it's both. See the description on the Racing page.