Month: October 2023

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October 31, 2023 – CRAFT SHOW SPECIAL

One of our biggest fundraisers, the Woodson Craft Show, is upon us. This is the 30th year of the show! We have many critical needs that still need to be met. We know that the season hasn’t even officially started and we are asking for a lot of participation – but these fundraising efforts, in particular, are what enable our team to be the successful program that we all enjoy being a part of! Please consider setting aside some of your time to help us make this long standing event a success.

1. URGENT REQUEST FOR HELP!
2. WHEN IS THE WOODSON CRAFT SHOW?
3. WHO IS THE WOODSON CRAFT SHOW FOR?
4. WHAT DO I GET OUT OF THE WOODSON CRAFT SHOW?
5. OK. BUT WHAT EXACTLY IS THE WOODSON CRAFT SHOW?
6. ALRIGHT. YOU CONVINCED ME. WHAT DO YOU NEED ME TO DO?

1. URGENT REQUEST FOR HELP!

The Craft Show Sign Up Genius is long and maybe confusing to navigate – but that’s because we have SO MANY jobs that need to be filled to make this event run smoothly. Scroll all the way down to find the perfect opportunity for you. Here are our most critical needs:

  • Heavy Duty EXTENSION CORDS and POWER STRIPS
  • BAKED GOODS
  • SIGN HOLDERS and CONCESSION STAND workers during the show. (Only 2 hour shifts – not for the entire day)!
  • TAKE DOWN ASSISTANCE. Starts at 4:00PM until done. Many hands make light work here.

2. WHEN IS THE WOODSON CRAFT SHOW?

Set up begins the night before the show, Friday, Nov 3. On that evening we need volunteers to help set-up and organize the many donated/loaned items that will be used the next day.

The show is on Saturday, November 4. Set-up continues at 6:30AM! Adults and athletes help our vendors get set up for when the doors open at 10:00AM. During the show, we need lots of volunteers to run things like the concession stand, greet, and hold signs at major intersections to draw in more shoppers. The show ends at 4:00PM, and then the tear down begins.

3. WHO IS THE WOODSON CRAFT SHOW FOR?

Everyone, really! We currently have 102 vendors signed up. Many vendors LOVE this event more than any other craft show because of all the help that the athletes provide them in bringing their merchandise into the school to set up. The Craft Show is also for shoppers. It’s a great place to start (or finish, if you’re really on the ball) holiday shopping. There is, literally, something for everyone.

4. WHAT DO I GET OUT OF THE WOODSON CRAFT SHOW?

Shifts of labor are for service credit. You MUST check in with Gail and sign in upon arrival to get credit. There will be a table set up for check in just inside Door #3, near the bake sale. Shifts for both athletes and adults are included.

You ALSO get the opportunity to benefit the team in a FUN way. These vendors are amazing artisans who are very skilled at what they do. It’s fun to engage with creative people and learn about them and their wares. Any money you spend benefits the team because it keeps these vendors coming back year after year.

5. OK. BUT WHAT EXACTLY IS THE WOODSON CRAFT SHOW?

This exceptional show features juried handmade arts and crafts from dozens of artisans around the region. Absolutely no buy-sell, resale or kits are allowed. So, all items offered for sale are handcrafted by the exhibitor. 

 It also brings thousands of shoppers to Woodson High School and benefits the Woodson Crew Team.

This show has THREE UNIQUE FEATURES:
— NO ADMISSION FEE for shoppers
— ELECTRICITY is included in the booth fee
— STUDENT ATHLETES are available to assist crafters with loading and unloading their supplies!

6. ALRIGHT. YOU CONVINCED ME. WHAT DO YOU NEED ME TO DO?

  • VOLUNTEER. Sign Up here!
  • SPREAD THE WORD! Let’s flood all our channels with this event to get as many shoppers as we can!
    • If you’re on Facebook, there’s an event you can join and then share with your friends: Woodson Craft Show Facebook Event. Or Share our most recent post.
    • If you’re on IG, share our most recent post on your stories.
    • If you’re (still) on Twitter/X: share our post!
    • Share the graphic below ANYWHERE – your local neighborhood Facebook group, your Next Door group, on your personal timelines.
  • SHOW UP AND SHOP!
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October 26, 2023 Email Update

We have a busy weekend ahead of us with erg rental return, the erg shed work day and the boathouse clean up workday. Next weekend is the Craft Show! Please see the action items below.

1. LAST GREEN DAY IS THIS SAT. 10/28!
2. WE NEED YOU THIS WEEKEND
A. ERG RENTAL RETURN & WORKDAY SAT. 10/28, 10a-1p
B. BOATHOUSE WORKDAY SUN. 10/29, 9-11a
3. 2023-24 REGISTRATION BEGINS WED. NOV 1st
4. WINTER CONDITIONING BEGINS THU. NOV 16
5. FUNDRAISING
A. NEXT TAG DAY IS SAT. NOV 11
B. BECOME A SPONSOR OR RECRUIT A SPONSOR
6. WOODSON SPIRIT WEAR
7. LOOKING AHEAD: AT-A-GLANCE
8. WAIT. THERE’S MORE?

ACTION ITEMS FOR THIS WEEK

  1. ATHLETES NEEDED: Sat, 10/28, 10a-1p: Erg Shed Work Day Sign Up.
  2. SPACE STILL AVAILABLE: Sun, 10/29, 9-11a: Boathouse Work Day Sign Up.
  3. BAKED GOODS NEEDED! And, there are lots of other volunteer positions of all types that need to be filled. Sign up for the CRAFT SHOW. 

1. LAST GREEN DAY IS THIS SAT. 10/28!

Sign up for your final opportunity to get on the water before the spring season. The weather is AMAZING. SIGN UP HERE

2. WE NEED YOU THIS WEEKEND

  • ERG RENTAL RETURN & WORKDAY SAT. 10/28, 10a-1p

Return your rented erg to the Woodson Crew Erg Shed (back of school near senior parking) any time during a 10a-1p window. If you can, plan to stay for the Erg Shed Workday going on at the same time. With guidance, you will help to clean the ergs and make sure they are ready for winter conditioning. In addition, it would be very helpful to have anyone with woodworking experience available to help repair the erg shed ramp.

  1. BOATHOUSE WORKDAY SUN. 10/29, 9-11a

Help the team winterize our launches and boathouse at Sandy Run. Great opportunity for you to see the inner workings up close and appreciate the scale of things once the spring season begins. This is critical work to enable the team to begin practice in the spring with well maintained equipment! Boathouse Work Day Sign Up.

3. 2023-24 REGISTRATION BEGINS WED. NOV 1st

Registration will open next week, November 1 at 10 AM. Please review the registration portion of the website and the presentation from our parent information session to learn more. Still have questions? Reach out to our membership team at [email protected].¶

4. WINTER CONDITIONING BEGINS THU. NOV 16

BEFORE YOU CAN PARTICIPATE, all athletes must have a VHSL physical dated after May 1, 2023 turned into the Woodson Athletic Trainer (hard copies delivered to Rm. C158, soft copies emailed to the athletic trainer, [email protected]). Athletes should also be registered with the Woodson Athletic System.

Schedule will be confirmed in the coming weeks and published as soon as it is available.

5. FUNDRAISING

  • NEXT TAG DAY IS SAT. NOV 11

We were just shy of halfway to our goal after the first Tag Day. So, we need a big turn out of athletes and parents for our next Tag Day! SIGN UP NOW! For more information and a direct donation link, visit our website: https://woodsonrowing.org/tag-days/

  • BECOME A SPONSOR OR RECRUIT A SPONSOR

As you know, donations are a mainstay of our funding efforts. Please continue to spread the word. If you, or anyone you know, might be interested in becoming a sponsor of our team, our DONORS PAGE on the website is a great resource. In addition, please check with your employers to see if they have any matching programs! Some employers will match charitable donations made by their employees. Please contact Ana at [email protected] with any questions, to arrange sponsorships or set up employer matching!

6. WOODSON SPIRIT WEAR

New this year – Woodson Crew Croc Charms! Cost is $6 for 1 charm and $10 for 2 charms. Contact Ana at [email protected] or on Slack to arrange payment and delivery!

With the holidays coming up, plan to get your athlete (or yourself!) some spirit wear so you’re ready for the spring season. Visit our team store. A portion of the proceeds does benefit the team. 

7. LOOKING AHEAD: AT-A-GLANCE

OCTOBER:

NOVEMBER:

  • Wed. 11/1: Registration opens at 10a. Link to follow.
  • Fri. 11/3: Set up for the craft show
  • Sat. 11/4: 30th Annual Craft Show, 10a-4p. Volunteer and shop! 
  • Tue. 11/7: Wendy’s restaurant fundraiser, ALL DAY LONG!
  • Sat. 11/11: 2nd Tag Day
  • Thu. 11/16: Winter Conditioning begins. More info to follow.

DECEMBER:

  • Fri. 12/15: Deadline for early bird registration discount

FEBRUARY 2024

  • Fri. 2/16: Last day of winter conditioning
  • Mon. 12/19: Deadline for returning athlete refunds
  • Mon. 2/21: Practice at school (baseline erg testing). Time TBD.
  • Tue. 2/20: On-the-water practice begins. Pull for Woodson!
    (Mon-Fri: 4-6:30p; Sat: 8:30-10:30a)

MARCH

  • Thu. 3/7: Deadline for novice athlete refunds

8. WAIT. THERE’S MORE?

STAY IN THE KNOW!

NEWSLETTER: Join the newsletter or Slack by sending an email to [email protected].

CORPORATE SPONSORSHIP/FUNDRAISING:  Visit the Donors page on the website or contact our fundraising team at [email protected].

VOLUNTEER: Visit our  Volunteer Webpage to find out our current needs.

REMINISCE: Current season, previous season or upload your own! Find out all you need to know about Woodson Rowing photos and videos.

SHOP AND BENEFIT THE TEAM:
Spirit wear and more!

FOLLOW US ON SOCIAL MEDIA

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October 19, 2023 Email Update

Our next big fundraiser is the Woodson Craft Show! We will need all hands on deck (athletes and parents) to make this very popular event a success. Also, plan to use the event to get some of your holiday shopping done.

1. WOODSON CROC CHARMS AT GREEN DAYS
2. VOLUNTEER OPPORTUNITIES
3. GREEN DAYS ARE ONGOING
4. ERG RENTAL RETURN & ERG SHED WORKDAY! SAT. 10/28, 10a-1p
5. BOATHOUSE CLEAN UP WORKDAY! SUN. 10/29, 9-11a
6. BECOME A SPONSOR OR RECRUIT A SPONSOR
7. LOOKING AHEAD: AT-A-GLANCE
8. WAIT. THERE’S MORE?

ACTION ITEMS FOR THIS WEEK

  1. CRITICAL NEED: Sat, 10/28, 10a-1p: Erg Shed Work Day Sign Up.
  2. CRITICAL NEED: Sun, 10/29, 9-11a: Boathouse Work Day Sign Up.
  3. Sign up for the CRAFT SHOW. Scroll down the sign up genius. There are volunteer positions of all types!

1. WOODSON CROC CHARMS AT GREEN DAYS

New this year – Woodson Crew Croc Charms! Cost is $6 for 1 charm and $10 for 2 charms. Contact Ana at [email protected] or on Slack to arrange payment and delivery! Ana will also be at Green Day THIS TUESDAY, OCT 24 if you want to bring cash and get some on the spot!

2. VOLUNTEER OPPORTUNITIES

Interested in learning more about volunteering opportunities and requirements? Visit our  Volunteer Webpage to find out our current needs OR check out the action items at the top of this email!

3. GREEN DAYS ARE ONGOING

Green Days are out of season opportunities for coaches to instruct their student athletes. Rowers and Coxswains are encouraged to attend as many Green Days as possible. Green days take place on Tuesdays (4:30-6:30p), Thursdays (4:30-6:30p), and Saturdays (8:00-10:30a) through October 28. SIGN UP HERE

BEFORE participating, all athletes MUST (without exception) have:

If you are a first-time athlete and have NOT completed a swim test with Woodson Crew, please contact Jenn Ros at [email protected].

If you have never been on the water in a Woodson Crew boat, try to register for your first day on the water on a TUESDAY in order to receive a more thorough orientation to Woodson Crew. After your first day, you are welcome to come on any and all days that fit your schedule.

Participants are responsible for their own transportation, and carpooling is highly recommended. All sessions are at Sandy Run Regional Park (10450 Van Thompson Road, Fairfax Station, VA).

4. ERG RENTAL RETURN & ERG SHED WORKDAY! SAT. 10/28, 10a-1p

Return your rented erg to the Woodson Crew Erg Shed (back of school near senior parking) any time during a 10a-1p window. If you can, plan to stay for the Erg Shed Workday going on at the same time. With guidance, you will help to clean the ergs and make sure they are ready for winter conditioning. In addition, it would be very helpful to have anyone with woodworking experience available to help repair the erg shed ramp.

5. BOATHOUSE CLEAN UP WORKDAY! SUN. 10/29, 9-11a

Help the team winterize our launches and boathouse at Sandy Run. Great opportunity for you to see the inner workings up close and appreciate the scale of things once the spring season begins. This is critical work to enable the team to begin practice in the spring with well maintained equipment! Boathouse Work Day Sign Up.

6. BECOME A SPONSOR OR RECRUIT A SPONSOR

With our first Tag Day behind us, the Board is looking to ensure we have the funds needed for the team to hit the ground running (or is it rowing?) when the season starts in Spring. As you know, donations are a mainstay of our funding efforts. Please continue to spread the word. If you, or anyone you know, might be interested in becoming a sponsor of our team, our DONORS PAGE on the website is a great resource.

In addition, please check with your employers to see if they have any matching programs! Some employers will match charitable donations made by their employees. What better cause for your employer’s funds than to help our athletes develop confidence, strength and community?! Please contact Ana at [email protected] with any questions, to arrange sponsorships or set up employers matching!

7. LOOKING AHEAD: AT-A-GLANCE

OCTOBER:

NOVEMBER:

  • Fri. 11/3: Set up for the craft show
  • Sat. 11/4: 30th Annual Craft Show, 10a-4p. Volunteer and shop! 
  • Tue. 11/7: Wendy’s restaurant fundraiser, ALL DAY LONG!
  • Sat. 11/11: 2nd Tag Day
  • Thu. 11/16: Winter Conditioning begins. More info to follow.

FEBRUARY 2024

  • Wed. 2/21: On-the-water practice begins. Pull for Woodson!

8. WAIT. THERE’S MORE?

STAY IN THE KNOW!

NEWSLETTER: Join the newsletter or Slack by sending an email to [email protected].

CORPORATE SPONSORSHIP/FUNDRAISING:  Visit the Donors page on the website or contact our fundraising team at [email protected].

VOLUNTEER: Visit our  Volunteer Webpage to find out our current needs.

REMINISCE: Current season, previous season or upload your own! Find out all you need to know about Woodson Rowing photos and videos.

SHOP AND BENEFIT THE TEAM:
Spirit wear and more!

FOLLOW US ON SOCIAL MEDIA

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October 12, 2023 Email Update

The action never stops! We had an extremely successful first Tag Day last weekend, a good turn out at our Chipotle Restaurant Fundraiser, and LOTS more to come! Keep reading to learn more.

1. *NEW* SWIM TEST – NEW ATHLETES ONLY – SAT. 10/14, 1:00p
2. *NEW* TAG DAY THANK YOU!
3. *NEW* EARNING VOLUNTEER CREDITS IS EASY!
4. *NEW* HELP US HELP YOU – SERVE ON THE BOARD
5. *NEW* SHOW YOUR WOODSON CREW PRIDE WITH NEW CROC CHARMS!
6. GREEN DAYS ARE ONGOING
7. ERG RENTAL RETURN, SAT. 10/28, 10a-1p
8. LOOKING AHEAD: AT-A-GLANCE
9. WAIT. THERE’S MORE?

ACTION ITEM FOR THIS WEEK

We need parents or athletes to hand out Craft Show Flyers at the Fairfax Festival this weekend! If you’re going, please contact Ana at [email protected] to get copies of our flyers. Sign up here to earn volunteer credit for participating!

1. *NEW* SWIM TEST – NEW ATHLETES ONLY – SAT. 10/14, 1:00p

The next swim test is scheduled for Saturday, October 14th, 1-2p at Audrey Moore Rec Center. If you are a new rower or coxswain OR you just want to try out Woodson Crew’s Green Days, you are REQUIRED to pass a swim test certified by Woodson Crew prior to participating in on-the-water practices. Passage of this test is required only once so if you have completed a swim test in prior seasons, you don’t need to do it again.

Swim Tests are held at Audrey Moore Rec Center, 8100 Braddock Road, Annandale, VA.  This Sign-Up Genius has all the info you will need to succeed.

2. *NEW* TAG DAY THANK YOU!

Huge thank you to all the athletes and parents who showed up for our first Tag Day on October 7. We raised over $8,000 dollars toward our goal of $20,000! Congratulations to the top earning teams from the morning and afternoon session. They received trophies and gift cards (and a gas card for the parent driver)! Make sure you mark your calendars and sign up for the next Tag Day. Our next winners might be you!

3. *NEW* EARNING VOLUNTEER CREDITS IS EASY!

Interested in learning more about volunteering opportunities and requirements? Visit our  Volunteer Webpage. Current needs are:

4. *NEW* HELP US HELP YOU – SERVE ON THE BOARD

Please help us to help you! We are all busy, but serving on the crew boosters board is very fulfilling. It is a great opportunity to learn how the team functions, behind the scenes. Becoming a Board member fulfills your team volunteer obligation, leaving you able to watch those Spring regattas at your leisure!

We currently have an opening for the VASRA Representative. This critical role represents the Woodson Crew Booster Board at all VASRA meetings (generally once a month) and reports back to the board. Please contact Bill Westman, our Booster President at [email protected] to learn more. 

5. *NEW* SHOW WOODSON CREW PRIDE WITH CROC CHARMS!

New this year – Woodson Crew Croc Charms! Cost is $6 for 1 charm and $10 for 2 charms. Contact Ana at [email protected] or on Slack to arrange payment and delivery!

6. GREEN DAYS ARE ONGOING

Green Days are out of season opportunities for coaches to instruct their student athletes. Rowers and Coxswains are encouraged to attend as many Green Days as possible. Green days take place on Tuesdays (4:30-6:30p), Thursdays (4:30-6:30p), and Saturdays (8:00-10:30a) through October 28. SIGN UP HERE

BEFORE participating, all athletes MUST (without exception) have:

If you are a first-time athlete and have NOT completed a swim test with Woodson Crew, please contact Jenn Ros at [email protected].

If you have never been on the water in a Woodson Crew boat, try to register for your first day on the water on a TUESDAY in order to receive a more thorough orientation to Woodson Crew. After your first day, you are welcome to come on any and all days that fit your schedule.

Participants are responsible for their own transportation, and carpooling is highly recommended. All sessions are at Sandy Run Regional Park (10450 Van Thompson Road, Fairfax Station, VA).

7. ERG RENTAL RETURN, SAT. 10/28, 10a-1p

Return your rented erg to the Woodson Crew Erg Shed (back of school near senior parking) any time during a 10a-1p window. If you can, plan to stay for the Erg Shed Workday going on at the same time!

8. LOOKING AHEAD: AT-A-GLANCE

OCTOBER:

NOVEMBER:

  • Fri. 11/3: Set up for the craft show
  • Sat. 11/4: 30th Annual Craft Show, 10a-4p. Volunteer and shop! 
  • Tue. 11/7: Wendy’s restaurant fundraiser, ALL DAY LONG!
  • Sat. 11/11: 2nd Tag Day
  • Thu. 11/16: Winter Conditioning begins. More info to follow.

FEBRUARY 2024

  • Wed. 2/21: On-the-water practice begins. Pull for Woodson!

9. WAIT. THERE’S MORE?

STAY IN THE KNOW!

NEWSLETTER: Join the newsletter or Slack by sending an email to [email protected].

CORPORATE SPONSORSHIP/FUNDRAISING:  Visit the Donors page on the website or contact our fundraising team at [email protected].

VOLUNTEER: Visit our  Volunteer Webpage to find out our current needs.

REMINISCE: Current season, previous season or upload your own! Find out all you need to know about Woodson Rowing photos and videos.

SHOP AND BENEFIT THE TEAM:
Spirit wear and more!

FOLLOW US ON SOCIAL MEDIA

CORPORATE SPONSORSHIP: Stay tuned for exciting new opportunities for corporate sponsorship. In the meantime, if you know of any companies or organizations that would be interested in helping Woodson Crew stay the amazing program that it is, contact Ana at [email protected].

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October 5, 2023 Email Update

There are 2 impending volunteer opportunities this weekend where we need significant help! Please step up! Your future self will be so happy that you satisfied your volunteer credits in the fall before the spring season even starts.

1. *CRITICAL NEED* VOLUNTEERS NEEDED FRIDAY AND SATURDAY!
2. VOLUNTEER REQUIREMENTS
3. TRY CREW OR REFRESH YOUR MEMORY AT GREEN DAYS
4. ERG RENTAL RETURN, SAT. 10/28, 10a-1p
5. LOOKING AHEAD: AT-A-GLANCE
6. THERE’S MORE?

ACTION ITEMS FOR THIS WEEK
Sign up for FOOTBALL CONCESSIONS and TAG DAY


1. *CRITICAL NEED* VOLUNTEERS NEEDED FRIDAY AND SATURDAY!
Friday, 10/6: FOOTBALL CONCESSIONS: We currently have 3-4 people per shift signed up. The report from previous football games is that we need AT LEAST 6 (max 9) folks per shift to handle the crowds. You will receive ONE VOLUNTEER CREDIT PER SHIFT (so if you can stay the whole evening, you get 2 credits!)

Saturday, 10/7: TAG DAY: We need ALL ATHLETES AND PARENTS on deck for our BIGGEST fundraiser of the year!!! A full day of volunteering fulfills TWO of your athlete and/or parent volunteer requirements. For more information and a direct donation link, visit our website: https://woodsonrowing.org/tag-days/

2. VOLUNTEER REQUIREMENTS
Why are we always asking for volunteers? Well, it takes a village to keep our team up and running! Every family and athlete are needed (and expected) to fulfill volunteer requirements each season. We are all busy and it is definitely a challenge to find the time. Just a reminder, these are the volunteer requirements for participation in Woodson Crew (you can find this information, ways to volunteer, and more on our Volunteer Webpage):

3. TRY CREW OR REFRESH YOUR MEMORY AT GREEN DAYS
Green Days are out of season opportunities for coaches to instruct their student athletes. Rowers and Coxswains are encouraged to attend as many Green Days as possible. Green days take place on Tuesdays (4:30-6:30p), Thursdays (4:30-6:30p), and Saturdays (8:00-10:30a) through October 28. SIGN UP HERE

BEFORE participating, all athletes MUST (without exception) have:

If you are a first-time athlete and have NOT completed a swim test with Woodson Crew, please contact Jenn Ros at [email protected].

If you have never been on the water in a Woodson Crew boat, try to register for your first day on the water on a TUESDAY in order to receive a more thorough orientation to Woodson Crew. After your first day, you are welcome to come on any and all days that fit your schedule.

Participants are responsible for their own transportation, and carpooling is highly recommended. All sessions are at Sandy Run Regional Park (10450 Van Thompson Road, Fairfax Station, VA).

4. ERG RENTAL RETURN, SAT. 10/28, 10a-1p
Return your rented erg to the Woodson Crew Erg Shed (back of school near senior parking) any time during a 10a-1p window. If you can, plan to stay for the Erg Shed Workday going on at the same time!

5. LOOKING AHEAD: AT-A-GLANCE
OCTOBER:

NOVEMBER:

  • Fri. 11/3: Set up for the craft show
  • Sat. 11/4: 30th Annual Craft Show, 10a-4p. Volunteer and shop! 
  • Tue. 11/7: Wendy’s restaurant fundraiser, ALL DAY LONG!
  • Sat. 11/11: 2nd Tag Day
  • Thu. 11/16: Winter Conditioning begins. More info to follow.

FEBRUARY 2024

  • Wed. 2/21: On-the-water practice begins. Pull for Woodson!

6. THERE’S MORE?

RECRUITING
Our best source of new recruits is YOU! Use this QR code to help direct interested athletes. Questions? Email [email protected].

CORPORATE SPONSORSHIP
Stay tuned for exciting new opportunities for corporate sponsorship. In the meantime, if you know of any companies or organizations that would be interested in helping Woodson Crew stay the amazing program that it is, contact Ana at [email protected].

REMINISCE AND LOOK THE PART
Share team photos! Downloading is free.
Show your spirit! Our team store is open year-round.

STAY IN THE KNOW
Join the newsletter (email [email protected]).

Follow us on Social Media!
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FB: https://www.facebook.com/woodsoncrew
X: https://twitter.com/WoodsonCrew

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Oct 2, 2023: TAG DAY SPECIAL – We need your help!

SPECIAL EDITION NEWSLETTER ON OUR UPCOMING TAG DAY!

Our first Tag Day is coming this weekend. Here’s the 411 on the team’s BIGGEST and MOST LUCRATIVE fundraiser of the year. We need LOTS of PARENTS and as many ATHLETES as possible to make this a success.

1. WHERE DO I SIGN UP?
2. WHEN IS TAG DAY?
3. WHAT IF I DON’T HAVE ALL DAY?
4. WHAT EXACTLY IS TAG DAY?
5. GENERAL TIMELINE OF EVENTS
6. WHAT DO I NEED TO BRING?
7. WHY TAG DAYS?

1. WHERE DO I SIGN UP?

Click this link to SIGN UP NOW! (Using the sign up genius allows parent volunteers to PRE-ASSIGN groups to routes… if you “just show up” you will likely spend time waiting for a route/driver assignment instead of heading out). The more participants we have, the more quickly canvassing can be completed.

2. WHEN IS TAG DAY?

Tag Days have been divided up into TWO FULL DAY (8:00 AM – 4:00 PM) events. The first day is THIS SATURDAY, OCTOBER 7. The second day is Saturday, November 11.

3. WHAT IF I DON’T HAVE ALL DAY?

We will need your help! While we are hoping for everyone to participate for the full day, if you can only make the morning or after shift, please note that in the comments on the sign up genius. The AM shift will run from approximately 8:45a – noon. The PM shift will run from approximately noon – 3:30p. 

4. WHAT EXACTLY IS TAG DAY?

Tag Days are the most important athlete-driven fundraiser of the year. 

On Tag Days, athletes (transported by volunteer parents) walk door-to-door in our local neighborhoods. They are given scripts to help them confidently tell Woodson families about the sport of rowing, how we receive no FCPS funds, that we rely on dues and donations — and then ask for their support.

Athletes are always grouped together, so no one goes alone. Groups of 3 or 4 athletes (with at least 1 returning/seasoned athlete) will be paired with 1 parent volunteer driver. Each parent volunteer will drive to their pre-mapped route so that the athletes may canvas their designated area. Parent volunteers are responsible for safely transporting athletes, keeping eyes on them during canvassing for safety, and helping them keep track of the cash and checks they collect.

5. GENERAL TIMELINE OF EVENTS

6. WHAT DO I NEED TO BRING?¶

ATHLETES

  • MUST BRING this form signed by your parents
  • A refillable water bottle. Stay hydrated and then you’ll have water at lunch.
  • A positive attitude!
  • WTW Crew Spiritwear, if you have it. A limited amount of spiritwear will be available to borrow for the day, should you wish.
  • Water

PARENTS

  • ALL DRIVERS must fill out this form to transport student athletes.
  • Anything you might like to have on hand while sitting in the car for a few hours (water, coffee, etc.).
  • Patience. It can be challenging for athletes who have never canvassed before to speak to strangers. Your kind words and encouragement will go a long way.

7. WHY TAG DAYS?

  • Tag Days are our BIGGEST fundraiser of the year. So, while it might seem a time-consuming event, it helps us keep YOUR registration costs down, pay the coaches and maintain our equipment.
  • A FULL DAY OF VOLUNTEERING (pre- and post-lunch shifts) fulfills TWO of your athlete and/or parent volunteer requirements.
  • For more information and a direct donation link, visit our website: https://woodsonrowing.org/tag-days/

So, what are you waiting for? SIGN UP NOW!

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