Updates for athletes, parents, and supporters of Woodson Rowing.
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⚡ ACTION ITEMS
- Forms Due 10/25: email to [email protected]. [INFO →] HERE
- Silent Auction: Commit by October 24. [Sign Up →] HERE
- Tag Day: October 25. All athletes & adult drivers needed. [Sign Up →] HERE
- Craft Show: We need BAKE SALE items! 👨🏼🍳[Sign Up →] HERE
👉 View all open volunteer shifts
Volunteering isn’t just a box to check — it’s a chance to meet other families, share laughs, and be part of something bigger that benefits all our athletes!
💬 In this issue: last chance Green Days!, registration info, required forms, new swag and staying connected
🌊 LAST CHANCE TO GET ON THE WATER!
Let’s face it — “Green Days” sounds more like a band than a rowing event. But they’re actually one of our best recruitment tools! They give new athletes a relaxed chance to try rowing and returning athletes a way to get back in rhythm. Plus, they’re way more fun than winter erging (sorry, erg loyalists 😅).
💬 Talk to friends, classmates, and neighbors — and invite them to try a Green Day.
ONLY 3 days left, so let’s fill those boats while we can!
🔗 Learn more in our Green Days FAQ
🐦 REGISTER NOW FOR AN EARLY-BIRD DISCOUNT
Registration for the 2026 season is open!
✅ Register before Dec 31 and save $25.
👉 woodsonrowing.org/registration
Questions? Email [email protected].
💸 Save money now — thank yourself later!
🎓 SCHOLARSHIP FUND
If registration costs are a challenge, check out the OBC Julia Shew Memorial Scholarship — awards up to $1,000 available!
🔗 rowobc.org/home/scholarships
📋 FORMS REQUIRED BEFORE 10/25
Forms must be submitted EVERY year – new or returning families! We know it feels tedious, but do it now to save yourself some ⏳and avoid 💔. We will only have a limited number on hand at Tag Days.
🖇️ woodsonrowing.org/physicals-and-required-documents-for-rowers
📧 Email completed forms to [email protected].
😎NEW SWAG
We’ve got a new and updated team store just in time to shop for the holidays!
Check it out and order now.
🔗https://teamlocker.squadlocker.com/#/lockers/woodson-rowing-2765534
🔐Direct questions or feedback to Monica, Sportswear Chair.
You can also get more info here.
💬 STAY CONNECTED
Slack is our main hub for quick updates, carpool coordination, and team chatter.
Parents: Email [email protected] with
1️⃣ Your name
2️⃣ Your email
3️⃣ Your athlete’s name
You’ll get an invite link!
Athletes: Coaches will add you to the team Slack.
🧠 Use a non-FCPS email address to join!
This newsletter is our other major information source. If you were forwarded this newsletter or are reading it online and would prefer it to arrive in your inbox, visit https://groups.google.com/g/woodsonrowingupdates/ and ask to join the group.
📅 CALENDAR AT-A-GLANCE
October
- Oct 18: Erg return & work day
- Oct 21, Oct 22, Oct 23: Final Green Days
- Oct 25: 1st Tag Day
- Oct 31: Craft Show setup
November
- Nov 1: 32nd Annual Craft Show
- Nov 7: Football concessions
- Nov 8: Boat-house workday
December
- Dec 1: Winter Conditioning begins
February 2026
- Feb 23: First day of practice
- Feb 24: First on-the-water practice
🌊 STAY INVOLVED
- Recruitment: Keep spreading the word! Send interested students/parents to woodsonrowing.org.
- Newsletter: Join or view archives
email [email protected] for more info - Sponsors: Become a supporter or contact [email protected].
- Spirit Wear: Show your pride — shop our *NEW* team store!
- Photos: Relive your favorite moments online.
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👪 Alone we can do so little; together we can do so much! – Helen Keller