November 11, 2023 Email Update

Thank you to all who helped at our 30th Annual Woodson Craft Show. The feedback was overwhelmingly positive. We appreciate all the time, effort and friendliness that went into this event! Next up – our 2nd Tag Day!

1. TAG DAY, SATURDAY, NOVEMBER 11
2. REGISTER FOR THE 2023-2024 SEASON!
3. WINTER CONDITIONING BEGINS THU. NOV 16
4. BECOME A SPONSOR OR RECRUIT A SPONSOR
5. 2024 RACING SCHEDULE HAS BEEN SET
6. WOODSON SPIRIT WEAR
7. LOOKING AHEAD: AT-A-GLANCE
8. WAIT. THERE’S MORE?

ACTION ITEMS FOR THIS WEEK
SIGN UP FOR TAG DAY!


1. TAG DAY, SATURDAY, NOVEMBER 11

Our 2nd Tag Day of the season is this Saturday. We really need more adult drivers and athletes!! Please SIGN UP FOR TAG DAY! If you have questions, check out the “Tag Day Special” email from Tuesday of this week here.

Spread the news to your neighbors so they can be on the lookout and ready to donate!

2. REGISTER FOR THE 2023-2024 SEASON!

Please review the registration guidelines and steps to get started with the 2023-24 season! You may also review the presentation from our parent information session to learn more. Still have questions? Reach out to our membership team at wtwcrewm…@gmail.com


3. 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, cho…@fcps.edu). Athletes should also be registered with the Woodson Athletic System.

The schedule for winter conditioning is below. Participation is highly encouraged for all athletes to develop the cardiovascular fitness and camaraderie needed to make winning boats!

4. 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 wtwcrewfu…@gmail.com with any questions, to arrange sponsorships or set up employer matching!
5. 2024 RACING SCHEDULE HAS BEEN SET

Visit our website for more information and mark your calendars! 2024 Racing Schedule.

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 wtwcrewfu…@gmail.com 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

NOVEMBER:

  • Registration available.
  • Sat. 11/11: 2nd Tag Day
  • Thu. 11/16: Winter Conditioning begins.
  • Wed. 11/29: Paisano’s in Burke restaurant fundraiser. 11a-10p.

DECEMBER:

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

FEBRUARY 2024

  • Fri. 2/16: Last day of winter conditioning
  • Mon. 2/19: Deadline for returning athlete refunds
  • Mon. 2/19: 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
  • Sat. 3/16: Polar Bear Regatta, Sandy Run Regional Park.
  • Sat. 3/23: Regional Park Regatta, Sandy Run Regional Park.
  • Sat. 3/30: Invitational at St. Andrews, Middletown, DE.

APRIL

  • Sat. 4/6: Tri-Meet, Anacostia River, Washington, DC.
  • Sat. 4/13: Bye Week. No racing.
  • Sat. 4/20: Ryz Obuchowicz Regatta, Sandy Run Regional Park.
  • Sat. 4/27: Al Urquia Regatta, Sandy Run Regional Park.

MAY

  • Sat. 5/4: Virginia State Championship (Day 1), Sandy Run Regional Park.
  • Sat. 5/11: Virginia State Championship (Day 2), Sandy Run Regional Park.
  • Fri-Sat. 5/17-18: Stotesbury Cup Regatta, Schuylkill River, Philadelphia, PA.
  • Fri-Sat. 5/24-25: SRAA National Championships Regatta, Camden, NJ. Only qualifying boats attend.

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!

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