Happy New Year! Hope everyone had a wonderful holiday break, and that you are all rested up for 2011. It is our 10th year--so let's make it a memorable one!
1. PRACTICE
- Official racing season started last Sunday -- practice attendance is tracked
- Saturday and Sunday practices have resumed
- Land & core workouts have also resumed; workout attendance will also be tracked and may be a factor in seating
- Track your own attendance with the "Space Dragons Practice Attendance" link under the "Links" section on the blog
- RSVP the practice poll weekly--it closes every Wednesday at 7 PM
- Parking reminders:
- Do not park on the street
- Please leave small lot next to Boy Scout building for church-goers on Sunday mornings
- Dress accordingly--always prepare for cold/wet conditions
2. BEACH CLEAN UP -- THIS Saturday 1/8
- Our first beach clean up of the year!
- Same time, same place -- after land workout @ Mother's Beach
3. TEMPE -- 3/26 & 3/27
- Our first tournament of the year is less than 3 months away!
- Have you RSVP'd to the Evite?
- Don't wait until the last minute--please update Evite with lodging and transportation info
4. FINANCES
- 2011 team dues: $80/person
- Tempe race fee: $35/person
- Payable to "Space Dragons", may be on the same check
5. PARKAS/ TEAM PATCHES
- Haven't placed your parka order yet?
- Prices are approximate (depending on total quantity):
- Sizes XXS - XL: $137
- Sizes XXL & XXXL: $145
- Large (~12" diameter) Space Dragons patch only: $12
- Please email Marina your orders by next Thursday 1/13
6. LONG BEACH BOOT CAMP -- 2/26 & 2/27
- Featuring renowned Canadian coaches
- Email the coaches if interested
- 10 paddlers or more get 10% discount off the $100/person registration fee
7. SPACE RIPPLE SKI/SNOWBOARD TRIP 2011 -- 2/10 thru 2/13
- There's still time to sign up for this annual trip!
- Mingle with your Space Ripple friends on the slopes and in the luxe lodge!
- Details and RSVP on the Evite
8. 2011 TOURNAMENTS: Mark your calendars!
- Tempe, AZ: March 26-27
- Baby Long Beach: May 1
- Alcan (Vancouver): June 11-12
- Big Long Beach: July 30-31
- Treasure Island (San Francisco): Sept (TBD)
-- Your Captains
