Coconut Grove Sails and Canvas
A-Cat Racing NOR
Location: Islander Resort, Mile Marker 82.1, US-1, Florida Keys, USA Dates: 12 - 16 January 2015; A limited practice day: 11 January 2012 will be provided.
1. The organizing authority for these events is Coconut Grove Sails and Canvas Inc.
2. Events: This will be two (2), two day events of A-Cat racing.
a. The Coconut Grove Invitational; 12 & 13 January 2015.
b. The Intergalactica; 15 & 16 January 2015.
c. Wednesday January 14th will be an alternative date in case of weather issues.
d. Scoring will be separate for the two racing events.
3. Rules:
a. The regatta will be governed by the current Rules as defined in the Racing Rules of Sailing.
b. No national prescriptions will apply.
c. This NOR and the SI for these races are the documents which apply.
d. The SI will be available by Dec 1st on line at http://www.usaca.info/, and at registration.
4. Eligibility and Entry
a. The regatta is open to all members of the International A-Class Catamaran Association (IACA) and to their respective national associations. Registration fee is $150 per boat, inclusive for all racing events.
b. Boats may preregister to enter by going to the internet address: http://www.usaca.info/ and follow link to calendar, then to events.
c. Registration form completion and entry fees will be accepted at any time now, at the OA, or at the Registration Table located in John Schiefer’s room after noon on Saturday12 January 2012. The registration form is included below.
d. Two (2) classes will be scored: The intergalactic, and the A-cat. All classes race same time & course.
5. No pre-qualifications are required. All entrants should be aware that these races are ocean side, within sight of land, inside the major reef, but more than a mile from shore. All competitors will be required to wear approved life preservers at all times while on board and certify at registration, that they are completely capable of righting their boat without assistance in moderate seas. Communication using a cell phone or VHF radio is allowed for emergency calls only.
6. No inspections are anticipated.
7. Schedule:
a. January 11, the practice day: No signal will be flown before 12:00PM. Two races will be attempted with limited marks.
b. The first signal for all days of racing, 12 through 16 January will be at 12:00 noon. Three or four races will be planned for race days.
8. Course to be raced: All races will be windward-leeward, twice around, with a gate for first time around. Course will be adjusted for wind conditions to make races 45 – 60 minutes in length.
9. Contacts: John or Carla Schiefer at Coconut Grove Sails and Canvas inc, schiefers@earthlink.net ;
phone # 305 323 7968.


Registration Form Coconut Grove Sails & Canvas A-Cat Racing
One registration for both Coconut Grove Invitational and the Intergalactic
January 12 - 16, 2015
Skipper’s name (please print)
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Address: _____________________________________________________________________________________
Email address: ________________________________________ Fee Paid ($150.00) ________
Phone #: _________________¬¬¬¬¬_____ My signature below certifies my A Cat Boat Class Compliant
Bow Number, if any: (Not required) _______ Sail #:_______ Boat Manufacturer: ________________________
Hull Color: ______________ Liability Insurance, minimum of $100K: Presented to RC: ____ (Committee member initials)
Required Safety Equipment: An approved personal PFD worn while on board, beverage for duration of racing, and clothing appropriate for conditions. Inspections may be made. Strongly suggested equipment items are: Either a water protected cell phone or a VHF radio for use in emergencies only.
RELEASE, WAIVER AND COVENENT NOT TO SUE. Read before signing !
The undersigned acknowledges that in consideration of the efforts of the OA and host organization for being allowed participate in these races and the acceptance of this registration to race, HE (SHE) DOES HEREBY WAIVE AND RELEASE ANY AND ALL CLAIMS THE UNDERSIGNED MAY HAVE AGAINST THE OA and HOST, ITS OFFICERS, DIRECTORS OR TRUSTEES AND ITS COMMITTEE MEMBERS, MEASUREMENTS, MEASURERS, AGENTS AND REPRESENTATIVES ARISING OUT OF THE ACTIVITIES REQUIRED FOR THESE RACES, AND DOES FURTHER COVENENT AND AGREE NOT TO SUE OR BRING ANY CLAIM OR CLAIMS OF ANY NATURE WHATSOEVER AGAINST THE OA OR HOST ORGANIZATION OR ANY OF THE PERSONS AND OFFICES NAMED OR UNNAMED, ABOVE WHO MAY BE ACTING ON THE OA, HOST, OR ITS OWN, BEHALF.

Signature, Skipper: ___________________________________________, Date: ___________