NOTICE OF RACE

    The 2012 Northeast Championship J/22 Regatta

                    The Lake George Open                    

 Saturday, September 22 and Sunday, September 23, 2012

J/22 Fleet 61 and The Lake George Club cordially invite all J/22 Skippers and Crews to participate in the 2012 Northeast Championship, THE LAKE GEORGE OPEN J/22 Regatta.  This regatta on picturesque Lake George, the “Queen of American Lakes,” in the southern Adirondack Mountains of New York State features great hospitality, a beautiful setting, and lots of competitive racing, usually favorable winds, and live Saturday night entertainment.

Site:  The Lake George Club, Diamond Point, New York-- Founded in 1909, The Lake George Club is located five miles north of Lake George Village and is renowned for over 75 years of sailboat racing.  Races normally take place in front of the Club with an excellent view from the Club for spectators.

Rules:  This regatta will be governed by The Racing Rules of Sailing, 2009 - 2012 (RRS), the United States Sailing Association Prescriptions, the current rules of the International J/22 Class, this Notice of Race, and the Sailing Instructions.  This regatta is designated ISAF Regulation 20, Category C.

Eligibility:  Open to all J/22 class yachts as defined by Class rules.  Competitors MUST meet ownership and membership requirements and must have paid all event fees before becoming official competitors.  Valid Measurement Certificates are required, per J/22 Class Rules.

Registration:  Registration will be accepted by mail (preferred-- use the enclosed entry form, or if missing, find an entry form on the Club website at www.TheLakeGeorgeClub.com) or by fax (see number on form), and at the Club on Friday, September 21, 2012 between noon and 9:00 p.m.

Entry Fee:  The entry fee of US $95.00 includes launch/haul-out, LG Park Commission sticker, docking/mooring, trophies, Friday night supper & free beer, and Saturday night band.  It does not include additional meals or the cash bar.

Bow Numbers:  Bow numbers will be assigned to all boats.  Bow numbers for visiting boat entries postmarked or received before the 9/1/12 entry deadline will be assigned in order of longest travel distance, lowest number first.  Entries received thereafter will have bow numbers assigned in the order received, lowest available number first.  Haul out at the end of the regatta will be in ascending bow number order.  Bow numbers must be affixed and displayed according to instructions at the regatta. 

Races:  Five races are planned, with up to seven races possible, with a maximum of four on Saturday and three on Sunday, at the discretion of the Race Committee.  One race shall constitute a series.  Plans for Sunday are that no race will be started after 1300 hours so that boats should be out of the water by approximately 1500 hours.

Scoring:  The low point scoring system of Appendix A of the RRS will apply (as modified by the Sailing Instructions).  A yacht’s total score will be the sum of her scores for all races counted.  If five or more races are completed, the worst race score for each yacht will be discarded.

Penalties and Protests:  Protests must be filed in writing within the one hour Protest Time (approximately the hour following the Committee Boat reaching the dock).  The Two-Turns Penalty, RRS 44.1 and 44.2, will apply.

Communications:  In addition to the signal flags and sounds, the RC will communicate to all competitors using VHF Marine radio.  Therefore it is expected (but not required) that all yachts will carry a VHF radio while racing.  The RC will not respond to communication from any competitor except in the case of an emergency or to acknowledge retirement from racing.

Prizes:  Trophies for first through fifth place with prizes for the crew will be awarded as soon as possible after racing on Sunday.  The first place boat will also receive the Northeast District Championship perpetual trophy to hold until the next championship regatta.  The "Best Local Boat" trophy for the highest placing boat from J/22 Fleet #61 will also be awarded, as will the traditional "Grab Bag" prize (position drawn on Saturday night).

Launch Facilities:  Electric hoist facilities, staffed by qualified and experienced Club members, are available at the Club.  There is ample parking on-site for vehicles and trailers.  There is plenty of room to leave boats in the water on Friday and Saturday nights.  No yacht shall be hauled out during the regatta except with the permission of the Race Committee.

Boat Washing:  Lake George is clear and clean drinking quality water, and we are very concerned about the introduction of foreign organisms, particularly Zebra Mussels, Asian Clams, and Eurasian Watermilfoil.  Before arriving at Lake George, please drain all water and wash your hull and rudder.  Be sure your sails are dry.  We will have pressure washer facilities at the Club and will require suspect boats to be thoroughly washed before launching (in the parking area only; not at the hoist).  Your understanding and cooperation will be very much appreciated.

Social Events:  Friday night supper buffet and free beer ($12.00 for guests other than skipper and crew-- pay on arrival); Breakfast and Lunch Saturday and Sunday; seated Dinner Saturday night (dress for dinner is business casual, jackets for men are preferred and now customary, but not mandatory); Live Music and Dancing in the club ballroom following dinner.  Lake George is a family resort area and there are many attractions, including tour boats, amusement parks, and historical sites, so bring your families even if they’re not interested in sailing!

Meals:  All meals are presented by the Club.  Off season it is hard to get last minute provisions, so we ask that you PLEASE help us plan by telling us the number of crew and guests in advance, if possible.  Meals may be purchased individually at serving time.  Due to requests and rave reviews in previous years, we will again have a large breakfast with eggs, hash browns, meat, juices, coffee, etc., etc.  Breakfasts will be $11.00 each.  Lunches will be our usual stick-to-the-ribs fare, and will cost $12.00 each; Saturday’s dinner dance will cost $37.00 each.  All prices include tax and gratuity (no tipping).  Cash bar is separate.

Accommodations:  There are a number of motels within minutes of The Lake George Club.  We believe there is limited camping nearby, although campgrounds may be closed after Labor Day.  Camping or overnight parking of motor vehicles IS NOT PERMITTED on Lake George Club property.  Reservations are required at the motels and campgrounds as the regatta weekend is the beginning of the fall foliage season.  A partial list of accommodations is enclosed.

Mail Entry to:                        2012 Lake George Open J/22 Regatta

(or see fax on form)             The Lake George Club, 4000 Lake Shore Drive, Route 9N

                                                P.O. Box 175

                                                Diamond Point, New York 12824

SCHEDULE OF EVENTS

Friday, September 21, 2012

12:00 to 9:00 P.M.--                Launching and Registration (The Lake George Club)

6:00 to 9:00 P.M.--                  Social in the Grotto (The Lake George Club) with Free Beer/Soda                                                               and Hot Buffet for entrants--  Cash Bar

Saturday, September 22, 2012

8:00 to 9:00 A.M.--                 Launching and Registration (The Lake George Club)

8:00 to 9:30 A.M.--                 Breakfast in the Clubhouse

9:00 A.M.--                             Skippers Meeting-- LGC front steps

9:30 A.M.--                             Harbor Signal-- ½ hour to start (two races planned)

12:30 P.M. (approx.)--            Lunch in the Clubhouse

1:00 P.M.(approx.)--               Harbor Signal-- ½ hour to start (two or more races planned)

6:30 P.M.--                              Cocktails (cash bar)-- Dinner/Dance at the Lake George Club

Sunday, September 23, 2012

8:00 to 9:30 A.M.--                 Breakfast in the Clubhouse

9:30 A.M.--                             Harbor Signal-- ½ hour to start (one or more races planned)

12:30 P.M. (approx.)--            Lunch in the Clubhouse, haul out, awards, cash bar

                                        Partial List of Available Accommodations

The motels listed are in close proximity to the Lake George Club and are considered moderately priced.  There are many more motels in the Lake George Village and Bolton Landing area with a wide assortment of recreational facilities.

Reservations are necessary.  This weekend is the beginning of the Lake George Fall foliage season.

MOTELS

Chelka Lodge, Lake Shore Drive, Diamond Point                             518-668-4677

Treasure Cove Resort Motel, Lake Shore Drive, Diamond Point       518-668-5334

Capri Village, Lake Shore Drive, Diamond Point                               518-668-4829

Stepping Stones Resort Cottages, Lake Shore Drive, Diamond Pt.    518-668-5532

Olympian Village Motel, Diamond Point                                           518-668-5405

CAMPING

Adirondack Camping Village, Route 9, Lake George                       518-668-5226
King Phillip's Campground & Resort, Lake George                         518-668-5763
 Lake George RV Park, Rt. 149, Lake George                                 518-792-3775

NO CAMPING ON CLUB GROUNDS!!!

DIRECTIONS

From the south-- Take the Adirondack Northway (Interstate 87) north from Albany, NY (NY Thruway Exit 24) to Exit 22 “Lake George Village/Diamond Point.” Stay left on the exit ramp to “Diamond Point.”  At the light at the end of the exit ramp turn left and follow NY Route

9N approximately five miles to The Lake George Club on the right. 

From the north-- Take the Adirondack Northway (I87) south to exit 22 and follow the directions above.  From the west--  Take the NY Thruway (I90) east to Albany Exit 24 and then the Adirondack Northway (I87) north to exit 22 as above. 

From the east-- Take the Mass Pike and the Berkshire Spur of the NY Thruway (both Interstate 90); exit the Berkshire Spur at Exit B1, staying on I90 for Albany and Buffalo;  I90 meets the Adirondack Northway (I87) just past Albany-- take the Northway (I87) north to exit 22 as above.