Lakefest News
COME FOR LAKEFEST, STAY FOR THE CLASSIC
May 1-2, 2010
Denison, TX (January 18, 2010) – If you come for Lakefest, why not keep your boat on Texoma an extra couple of weeks and join us for the Texoma Classic Regatta? It's like two regattas for the price of one!
Until last year, the Texoma Classic has always been North Texas' classic mid-distance race. Last year, the format was changed to a pursuit start, which (along with the weather) made the Classic one of the most exciting races in recent years. This year's format will be "tweaked" just slightly. Day 1 of the regatta will feature a pursuit start point-to-point race from Grandpappy Point Marina to Cedar Mills Marina – a distance of 14 to 21 miles depending on the course set. Cedar Mills Yacht Club has graciously offered to host a party for race participants Saturday night. Complimentary slips with electricity will be provided by Cedar Mills Marina. Cedar Mills has many, reasonable and cozy cabins available for your extra crewmembers. Day 2 will feature breakfast followed by a pursuit race back to Granpappy Point Marina.
The pursuit start, point-to-point racing has proven very popular with cruisers and families because point-to-point racing doesn't require the large crews that buouy racing does. In addition, each boat will be given a staring time based on their handicap, which eliminates traffic at the starting line. First one across the finish line wins!
Once again, the good folks at Granpappy Point Marina have gone above any beyond to support racers who wish to participate in Texoma regattas. Any boat who participates in Lakefest and would like to stay for Texoma Classic may store their boat either on a trailer or in the water for no charge between the two regattas.
FREE RACING RULES OF SAILING SEMINAR
Saturday January 23rd, 11 am - 3 pm, at TSC Clubhouse
This is a FREE seminar (with an optional lunch for $10), but you need to register by Wednesday, January 20, 2010. Space is limited. Register here (If you are waitlisted, we will look for another location and notify everyone of a change in venue).
We will be covering Part 2 (and Definitions) from the Racing Rules of Sailing. If you have a copy, bring it along. If you don’t have a copy, it is available free from ISAF here (Part 2 consists of 6 page in this PDF).
So, why all the whoopla about 6 measly pages? Well, there is a fair about of judgment involved in determining what rule is in effect at what time. If you don’t already know the rules, this will be good exposure. If you already know the 2009-2012 rules, this is a good opportunity for a refresher before the season starts. If you knew the rules “a long time ago,” I will be pointing out changes that were made in 2009 (vs. 2005-2008 rules). I will also review with you a couple of changes that went into effect on January 1, 2010. We will mix in some “what if” simulations so you can “make the call”.
Dave Long, TSC Race Captain
REGISTRATION FOR LAKEFEST 2010 IS NOW OPEN
Denison, TX (January 12, 2010) – Like the headline says... Registration for Lakefest 2010 is now open! Be the first in your class to register. Good luck!!
ISLAND BOOGIE BAND JOINS LAKEFEST LINEUP TO HEADLINE THE SHIPWRECKED BALL
"Hot Caribbean Rhythms & Cool Tropical Grooves!"
Denison, TX (January 12, 2010) – The Island Boogie Steel Drum Band, one of Texas' premiere steel bands, has signed to headline at Texoma Lakefest Regatta's Shipwrecked Ball Saturday night April 17th!
Citing influences such as Jimmy Buffett and Bob Marley, the Island Boogie Band will infuse Lakefest with the festive Caribbean sound of steel drums. The band's vast collection of island inspired covers is drawn from a variety of popular and tropical styles including Calypso, Soca, Reggae, Salsa and Jimmy Buffett.
Complimenting Island Boogie Band will be authentic Texas barbeque catered by Risky's BBQ of Fort Worth. Come dance the night away on the soothing sands of our imported Caribbean beach and sample a frozen hurricane from the BIG WOO – if you dare!
The event is open to the public, and all proceeds benefit the Make-A-Wish® Foundation of North Texas. Tickets are $30 each. Children under 12 are admitted with parent; child tickets are $12.50 each.
If you're competing in the regatta, tickets may be purchased with your regatta registration. For all others, please click here to purchase your tickets online. Within the next few weeks, tickets should also be available at the Grandpappy Point Marina office.
LAKEFEST IS NOW ON FACEBOOK
Denison, TX (January 11, 2010) – Texoma Lakefest Regatta is now on facebook. Please become a fan of Lakefest and help us promote this great and worthy event to all your sailing friends. We want to see 100 boats on the starting line in 2010, and with your help, we might just be able to get there. This year, there will be spectator boats for your friends and family to come out, watch and cheer you to victory, and Saturday night's Shipwreck Ball dinner and party is open to everyone. More party details to follow soon...
2010 NOTICE OF RACE RELEASED
Denison, TX (January 11, 2010) – Texoma Sailing Club has just released the 2010 Lakefest Regatta Notice of Race (NOR). You can either download it here, or click the "Enter The Race" menu on the left. We anticipate online registration for Lakefest 2010 to open next week.
24th ANNUAL TEXOMA LAKEFEST REGATTA NOW UNDERWAY
Denison, TX (August 16, 2009) – Planning has already begun on the 24th Annual Texoma Lakefest Regatta. The event, which will be held April 16-18, 2010, regularly attracts from 60 to 100 keelboats and their crews – all vying for bragging rights to be considered among the best sailors in Texas and Oklahoma. Hosted each year by Texoma Sailing Club and Grandpappy Point Marina on Lake Texoma, Lakefest is the region's largest sailboat race and is recognized as the largest inland charity regatta in the United States.
The Make-A-Wish Foundation® of North Texas will once again be the beneficiary of the event. Make-A-Wish enriches the lives of children with life-threatening medical conditions through its wish-granting work. Since its founding, the organization has blossomed into a worldwide phenomenon, reaching more than 167,000 children. All proceeds from Lakefest 2010 will go toward granting wishes to North Texas children. In 2009, three Grayson (and surrounding) County children saw their dreams come true as a direct result of Lakefest.
Begun nearly a quarter century ago as the Easter Regatta, the Texoma Lakefest Regatta has grown to become one of the nation’s premiere sailboat races and is recognized as the largest inland charity regatta in the United States. Since its inception, Lakefest has raised more than $2 million in support of various children’s charities in North Texas.
For more information, please visit www.texomasailing.org and www.northtexaswish.org
CONGRATULATIONS TEXOMA SAILING CLUB!
Texoma Lakefest Foundation board members present proceeds from the 2009 Texoma Lakefest Regatta to the Make-A-Wish Foundation® of North Texas
From left: TSC Race Captain Chuck Flanagan, David Burrage of the Burrage Law Firm, Grandpappy Point Marina General Manager Jason Cottingame, Make-A-Wish Foundation® of North Texas Development Officer Megan O'Brien, Make-A-Wish Foundation® of North Texas President Barry Smink, and TSC Vice Commodore J.D. Hill, Jr.
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Red River Interrupted
by Kimball Livingston, SAIL Magazine
March, 2009
Off the bow I could see Oklahoma. I looked over the stern, and yonder was Texas. Around me whitecaps were building on a special lake that splits the difference between two be-all, end-all rivals, and the name of that body of water says it all. Texoma [more].
LAKEFEST MESSAGE BOARDS NOW ONLINE
Denison, TX (January 18th, 2009) – There's a lot of excitement building around this year's Lakefest Regatta. Our goal is to make it the biggest and best regatta this part of the country has seen in years. Adding to the fun, we've recently included Message Boards on the site, so that those interested in participating can ask questions and get answers. Or maybe you just want to get online and talk smack about Solstice...
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Thank You, Race Committee
by Kimball Livingston, SAIL Magazine
April 23, 2008
On the north coast of Texas, you can see all the way to Oklahoma. But what I carried away from Lakefest on Lake Texoma was a renewed appreciation for the volunteers who make sailboat racing possible [more].
Texoma Lakefest Regatta - Annual Charity Event Raises Funds for Special Needs Children
by Andi Hunt, Associated Content, Inc.
February 21, 2008
Texoma Lakefest Regatta is in its' 22nd year in April 2008 and known throughout the U.S. as the Grand Dame of sailboat racing. The charity event has raised more than $1.5 million for special needs children throughout Grayson County, making it one of the top charitable regattas in the nation [more].
For more information, please visit www.texomasailing.org and www.northtexaswish.org