September 24, 2024 Newsletter

CONGRATULATIONS to the athletes that passed the first swim test last Saturday! As long as you have a physical on file with the Woodson Athletic Dept and have filled out the Woodson Athletics Registration, you can now participate in optional on-the-water sessions! Your first day attending should be a Monday so that you can receive an initial orientation. After that, come to any and as many days as your schedule allows. Go to our website to sign up and for more information: Green Days

1. SLACK – WHAT IS IT AND WHY DO I NEED IT?

2. ARE YOU GETTING THIS NEWSLETTER VIA E-MAIL?

3. NEXT SWIM TEST, SATURDAY 9/28

4. SLIDES FROM PARENT & ATHLETE INFO SESSION, TUES 9/24, 7:30p

5. VOLUNTEER REQUIREMENTS AND OPPORTUNITIES!
A. LAST FALL VASRA WORKDAY, 9/28
B. FOOTBALL CONCESSIONS VOLUNTEERS NEEDED, FRI 10/18
C. **DATE CHANGE & URGENT NEED** RENTAL ERG RETURN & WORKDAY, SAT 10/26
D. TAG DAYS, SAT 10/26 and SAT 11/2
E. 31st ANNUAL CRAFT SHOW, SAT 11/9

6. GREEN DAYS & OPTIONAL STRENGTH TRAINING ARE ONGOING

7. CALENDAR AT-A-GLANCE

WAIT – THERE’S MORE?

ACTION ITEMS
1. Join our Slack Community
2. Review Volunteer Opportunities and Sign Up!

1. SLACK – WHAT IS IT AND WHY DO I NEED IT?
If you recently received an invitation to join Slack – DO NOT DELETE IT. It’s legit! If you attended the parent/athlete information meeting on Tuesday 9/24, you should have an invite waiting for you already. Please check your spam folder. If there is nothing there, reach out to our communications team to learn more or to receive an invitation link.

Slack is a communications tool combining the best elements of text messaging and email. We use Slack for more immediate communications than this newsletter. There are 2 separate Slack spaces: one for coach and athlete communications and a separate space for parent/guardian communications.

Parent / Guardian Slack: In addition to push notifications for team related information such as weather or other cancellations, Slack creates a space for parents to be able to coordinate carpools, and other team related logistics. If you are a parent or guardian and are not yet on Slack, please send an email to [email protected] with the following information: (1) your name, (2) your email address, and (3) the full name of your athlete. Once your request is processed, you will receive a separate invite link from Slack to join. There is an app you may download on your mobile devices to access Slack or you may log-in using any browser.

Coach / Athlete Slack: Coaches will ensure that all athletes are added to this Slack space. Athletes not currently on Slack should let coaches know at green days or optional strength training. Please note that you must have a NON-FCPS email to join this space. Parents and guardians do not have direct access to this space. This is your athlete’s responsibility and an opportunity for them to learn to communicate more readily and effectively with their teammates and coaches.

2. ARE YOU GETTING THIS NEWSLETTER VIA E-MAIL?
If you’re getting this newsletter via email, then just skip to the next item! If you are not getting this email, there are 2 possible problems:
(1) your email address is not associated with a Google account. Since we use Google Groups to manage the distribution of this newsletter, users MUST have their email associated with a Google Account.
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Either problem is easily remedied. Please see this Google Support page to get started. If you continue to have problems, reach out to [email protected].

3. NEXT SWIM TEST, SATURDAY 9/28
If you are interested in trying out Woodson Rowing, please set aside 11a-12p on Saturday,9/28 to come take a swim test. This test is only required for new recruits – if you have previously taken a swim test with Woodson Rowing, you are not required to do so again. The swim test will begin promptly at 11a at Audrey Moore Rec Center, 8100 Braddock Road, Annandale, VA.

NOTE: We need a parent volunteer to help with logistics!! If you haven’t yet, let us know you’re coming by signing up here: Swim Test Sign Up.

If you are a new athlete and were/are NOT able to make last week’s swim test or the one this Saturday, please reach out to [email protected] to be placed on a list for future swim tests. We will have another round of swim tests in the fall before on-the-water practices begin.

4. SLIDES FROM PARENT & ATHLETE INFO SESSION, TUES 9/24, 7:30p
Thank you to all who were able to come by the Parent & Athlete information session on Tuesday! If you weren’t able to make it or just want a refresher, you can find the slide deck here: 2024 Parent Info Session Slides.

Also, a new addition to our website is the Novice Tips page crafted by parent, Cindy Tomlinson. If you’re curious about the experience of a first time parent on Woodson Rowing, check it out!

5. VOLUNTEER REQUIREMENTS AND OPPORTUNITIES!
As was discussed in the parent information meeting, here a a recap of the volunteer requirements for the 2024-2025 season:

Rest assured that the vast majority of families meet or exceed their volunteer commitments. Should you have questions or concerns about your ability to meet the volunteer requirements, reach out to Lisa Veigel, our Volunteer Coordinator. But also remember that there are many ways to earn your credits. Most volunteer responsibilities require NO prior experience or information. Volunteering helps the team to run efficiently and effectively AND is a great way to get to know each other.

Listed below are all the current volunteering needs we have, but all of our volunteering opportunities are always just a click away on our website. Visit and bookmark our volunteering page to stay up-to-date on how you can help the team!

A. LAST FALL VASRA WORKDAY, 9/28
Slots are still available for 9/21 and 9/28. We’ve only had 2 families show up so far and each school is expected to send one volunteer for each clean up day; e.g. 4 or more Woodson volunteers total. No experience necessary. Most of the activities are messy and dirty. Dress in your worst gardening gear, but make sure to have fully covered shoes, not flip flops. Make sure you note your affiliation with Woodson when you sign up: VASRA Work Days Sign Up

B. FOOTBALL CONCESSIONS VOLUNTEERS NEEDED, FRI 10/18
Every team at Woodson is responsible for working the concession stand at a Woodson Football game. Woodson Rowing has been assigned to staff concessions for the homecoming football game on Fri., October 18. There are two shifts – 6:15-8:00 and 8:00-9:45 PM. We need 9 volunteers for each shift. This is a fun opportunity to get some volunteer credits early AND get to watch the game. Sign up here: Football Concessions Sign Up.

C. **DATE CHANGE & URGENT NEED** RENTAL ERG RETURN & WORKDAY, SAT 10/26
Erg rental return will take place on SATURDAY, OCTOBER 26, 8a-12p. Yes – this is the same day as Tag Day. Athletes should plan to return their erg and then join Tag Days. Parents – if you’re not driving for Tag Day, please stick around to help with the erg shed workday. Many hands make light work for servicing these critical pieces of equipment!! Location will be the erg shed at the back of the school (near the senior parking lot). Erg Shed Workday Sign Up

D. TAG DAYS, SAT 10/26 and SAT 11/2
Tag Days are the Woodson Rowing team’s most important fundraiser of the year. The dates for Tag Days are set in conjunction with all of the teams/clubs at Woodson. For this season, Woodson Rowing has been assigned Saturday, October 26 and Saturday, November 2 as our authorized Tag Days. Please sign up here – we need all hands on deck to make this event work!! Stay tuned for more information as the dates get closer, but if you have general questions please see our Tag Days webpage for information.

E. 31st ANNUAL CRAFT SHOW, SAT 11/9
Our annual craft show is back! Mark your calendars now for Saturday, November 9, 2024 from 10a-4p. Set up for the event will begin Friday, November 8 and we will need all hands on deck to make it a success! Helping out at set-up, the day of, and SHOPPING are all ways to help out this large fundraiser for our team. Sign up to help here: Craft Show Volunteer Sign Up.

We are always looking for new and returning VENDORS for the Craft Show! Please contact any artisans/crafters/makers in your life and let them know you’d love to see their wares on site at Woodson. Vendors can register here: 2024 Craft Show Vendor Registration.

6. GREEN DAYS & OPTIONAL STRENGTH TRAINING ARE ONGOING
All athletes MUST have a physical on file with the Woodson Athletic Dept and have filled out the Woodson Athletics Registration in order to participate in training with Woodson Rowing. In addition, athletes must have completed a swim test to participate in Green Days. Visit our website for more information. Note: There is no Green Day on Thursday, October 3 because of the school holiday.

7. CALENDAR AT-A-GLANCE
This calendar is constantly updated as events are added. Scroll here for a quick rundown of what’s up and coming. Where relevant and/or available, links are provided for more information. You can also see a visual representation of our calendar on our website: https://woodsonrowing.org/calendar/

SEPTEMBER:

Thu, 9/26: Green Days at Sandy Run, 4:45p
Sat, 9/28: Swim test for new athletes, 11a-12p at Audrey Moore Rec
Sat, 9/28: VASRA work day
Mon, 9/30: optional strength training at Woodson, 6:30-7:30a
Mon, 9/30: Green Days at Sandy Run, 4:45p

OCTOBER:

Mondays, Tuesdays, and Thursdays: Green Days at Sandy Run, 4:45p
Mondays and Wednesdays: optional strength training at Woodson, 6:30-7:30a

Fri, 10/18: Football concessions
Fri, 10/25: Kokee Tea fundraiser, 3-7p
Sat, 10/26: Erg Shed Work Day and return rented ergs, 8a-12p
Sat, 10/26: First Tag Day, 8:45a – 4p
Tue, 10/29: Final Green Day, 4:45p
Tue, 10/29: Wendy’s restaurant fundraiser, all day long!

NOVEMBER:

Sat, 11/2: 2nd Tag Day, 8:45a – 4p
Fri, 11/8: Set up for the craft show, details TBD
Sat., 11/9: 31st Annual Craft Show, 10a-4p

DECEMBER:

Mon, 12/2: Winter Conditioning Begins

JANUARY 2025:

Winter Conditioning will continue.

FEBRUARY:

Fri, 2/21: last day of Winter Conditioning
Tue, 2/25: first day of on-the-water practice!

MARCH:

Fri, 3/21: First team dinner, directly after practice, place TBD
Sat, 3/22: Polar Bear Regatta (Varsity Only), Sandy Run

WAIT – THERE’S MORE?

RECRUITMENT:

Direct interested athletes and their parents to our interest form or have them send an email to our membership team at: [email protected].

STAY UP TO DATE: Join the newsletter by sending an email to [email protected] or view the newsletter archives on our website.

INTERESTED IN SPONSORING WOODSON ROWING?

Visit our Sponsorship Page or contact Woodson Rowing Fundraising.

Can’t sponsor but want to donate?Check out our Donors page for instructions and information on how your donations benefit our team!

NEED SWAG?

There are many ways for you to shop and benefit the team all while sporting your support! See our Spirit Wear Page for more info!

VIEW AND UPLOAD PHOTOS: Visit our Woodson Rowing photos page for more information on how you can help protect our legacy with photographs!

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September 19, 2024

September 19, 2024 Newsletter

Take dinner off your plate. Place your order at Noodles and Co. online or in person. Your purchase benefits YOU and the team! More info below.

1. GREEN DAYS & OPTIONAL STRENGTH TRAINING ARE ONGOING

2. SWIM TEST THIS SATURDAY, 9/21

3. PARENT & ATHLETE INFO SESSION, TUES 9/24, 7:30p

4. ACTIVITY BUS DRIVERS NEEDED

5. VOLUNTEERS NEEDED
A. VASRA WORKDAYS, 9/21 and 9/28
B. FOOTBALL CONCESSIONS VOLUNTEERS NEEDED, FRI 10/18
C. RENTAL ERG RETURN & WORKDAY, SAT 10/19
D. TAG DAYS, SAT 10/26 and SAT 11/2
E. 31st ANNUAL CRAFT SHOW, SAT 11/9

6. GENERAL WOODSON SPORTS NEWS
A. BOOSTER PASSES STILL AVAILABLE
B. GOLF TOURNAMENT, 9/23

7. CALENDAR AT-A-GLANCE

WAIT – THERE’S MORE?

ACTION ITEMS

Get dinner at Noodles and Co. TONIGHT!

Please mention you are supporting the fundraiser or use “GIVING25” in the Coupon Code line at online checkout or via the Noodles Rewards app.

1. GREEN DAYS & OPTIONAL STRENGTH TRAINING ARE ONGOING

All athletes MUST have a physical on file with the Woodson Athletic Dept and have filled out the Woodson Athletics Registration in order to participate in training with Woodson Rowing. In addition, athletes must have completed a swim test to participate in Green Days. Visit our website for more information.

2. SWIM TEST THIS SATURDAY, 9/21

Thank you to all the interested athletes who have already signed up! This is for new recruits only – if you have previously taken a swim test with Woodson Rowing, you are not required to do so again. The swim test will begin promptly at 11a at Audrey Moore Rec Center, 8100 Braddock Road, Annandale, VA. If you haven’t yet, let us know you’re coming by signing up here: Swim Test Sign Up.

3. PARENT & ATHLETE INFO SESSION, TUES 9/24, 7:30p

Mark your calendars for Tuesday, September 24 in Woodson Cafe A, starting at 7:30p. The Board will be hosting a meeting for families (new and returning) to learn about the upcoming season, go over dues, transportation, winter conditioning, uniforms and preview what happens on the water in the spring. Coaches and board members will be in attendance to answer any questions you might have. Bring anyone who is interested in learning more about our sport.

In advance, feel free to review the proposed by-laws for our organization, sent out via email on 9/10. One of our orders of business will be to vote on the new by-laws.

4. ACTIVITY BUS DRIVERS NEEDED

One of the biggest challenges with rowing in this area is getting the athletes to and from the water safely! FCPS school buses are available for the team’s use (think transportation to practice every day in the spring), IF we are able to find an Activities Bus Driver. To be an FCPS approved Activities Bus Driver, you must pass the Fairfax County Bus Driver Training and then pick Woodson Rowing as your activity of choice. The driver would be paid by FCPS AND the team will offer additional compensation. If you’re already qualified or interested in becoming an Activity Bus Driver, please contact Woodson Rowing Activities.

5. VOLUNTEERS NEEDED

A. VASRA WORKDAYS, 9/21 and 9/28
Slots are still available for 9/21 and 9/28. We’ve only had 2 families show up so far and each school is expected to send one volunteer for each clean up day; e.g. 4 or more Woodson volunteers total. No experience necessary. Most of the activities are messy and dirty. Dress in your worst gardening gear, but make sure to have fully covered shoes, not flip flops. Make sure you note your affiliation with Woodson when you sign u: VASRA Work Days Sign Up

B. FOOTBALL CONCESSIONS VOLUNTEERS NEEDED, FRI 10/18
Every team at Woodson is responsible for working the concession stand at a Woodson Football game. Woodson Rowing has been assigned to staff concessions for the homecoming football game on Fri., October 18. There are two shifts – 6:15-8:00 and 8:00-9:45 PM. We need 9 volunteers for each shift. This is a fun opportunity to get some volunteer credits early AND get to watch the game. Sign up here: Football Concessions Sign Up.

C. RENTAL ERG RETURN & WORKDAY, SAT 10/19
Athletes – keep on erg-ing!! Erg rental return will take place on SATURDAY, OCTOBER 19, 10a-12p. Location will be the erg shed at the back of the school (near the senior parking lot). Stick around to help with the erg shed workday and get some volunteer credits started OR, if you’re new to the team this is a great opportunity to get familiar with one of the critical pieces of equipment used by rowing teams! Erg Shed Workday Sign Up

D. TAG DAYS, SAT 10/26 and SAT 11/2
Tag Days are the Woodson Rowing team’s most important fundraiser of the year. The dates for Tag Days are set in conjunction with all of the teams/clubs at Woodson. For this season, Woodson Rowing has been assigned Saturday, October 26 and Saturday, November 2 as our authorized Tag Days. Please sign up here – we need all hands on deck to make this event work!! Stay tuned for more information as the dates get closer, but if you have general questions please see our Tag Days webpage for information.

E. 31st ANNUAL CRAFT SHOW, SAT 11/9

Our annual craft show is back! Mark your calendars now for Saturday, November 9, 2024 from 10a-4p. Set up for the event will begin Friday, November 8 and we will need all hands on deck to make it a success! Planning has already begun and a signup genius for volunteers will come out soon. Helping out at set-up, the day of, and SHOPPING are all ways to help out this large fundraiser for our team.

We are always looking for new and returning VENDORS for the Craft Show! Please contact any artisans/crafters/makers in your life and let them know you’d love to see their wares on site at Woodson. All Vendors can sign up here: 2024 Craft Show Vendor Registration.

6. GENERAL WOODSON SPORTS NEWS

A. BOOSTER PASSES STILL AVAILABLE
If you plan on attending 10 or more games throughout the 2024-2025 school year, then the Booster Pass is a great savings for you and your family. Purchase your Booster Pass here.

B. GOLF TOURNAMENT, 9/23
Woodson Athletic Boosters is putting on a Golf Tournament on Monday, September 23rd! Visit here to get more information on sponsorship opportunities and registration.Questions? Contact Booster President David Marks at [email protected].

7. CALENDAR AT-A-GLANCE

This calendar is constantly updated as events are added. Scroll here for a quick rundown of what’s up and coming. Where relevant and/or available, links are provided for more information.

SEPTEMBER:

Mondays and Thursdays: Green Days at Sandy Run, 4:45p

Mondays and Wednesdays: optional strength training at Woodson, 6:15-7:30a

Thu, 9/19: Noodles & Co. fundraiser, 4-8p
Sat, 9/21: Swim test for new athletes, 11a-12p at Audrey Moore Rec
Sat, 9/21: VASRA work day
Tue, 9/24: Parent & athlete information meeting, 7:30p, Woodson Cafe A
Sat, 9/28: Swim test for new athletes, 11a-12p at Audrey Moore Rec
Sat, 9/28: VASRA work day

OCTOBER:

Mondays, Tuesdays, and Thursdays: Green Days at Sandy Run, 4:45p

Fri, 10/18: Football concessions
Sat, 10/19: Erg Shed Work Day and return rented ergs, 10a-1p
Fri, 10/25: Kokee Tea fundraiser, 3-7p
Sat, 10/26: First Tag Day
Tue, 10/29: Final Green Day, 4:45p

NOVEMBER:

Sat, 11/2: 2nd Tag Day
Fri, 11/8: Set up for the craft show, details TBD
Sat., 11/9: 31st Annual Craft Show, 10a-4p

DECEMBER:

Mon, 12/2: Winter Conditioning Begins

JANUARY 2025:

Winter Conditioning will continue.

FEBRUARY:

Fri, 2/21: last day of Winter Conditioning
Tue, 2/25: first day of on-the-water practice!

MARCH:

Fri, 3/21: First team dinner, directly after practice, place TBD
Sat, 3/22: Polar Bear Regatta (Varsity Only), Sandy Run

WAIT – THERE’S MORE?

RECRUITMENT:

Direct interested athletes and their parents to our interest form or have them send an email to our membership team at: [email protected].

STAY UP TO DATE: Join the newsletter by sending an email to [email protected] or view the newsletter archives on our website.

INTERESTED IN SPONSORING WOODSON ROWING?

Visit our Sponsorship Page or contact Woodson Rowing Fundraising.

Can’t sponsor but want to donate?Check out our Donors page for instructions and information on how your donations benefit our team!

NEED SWAG?

There are many ways for you to shop and benefit the team all while sporting your support! See our Spirit Wear Page for more info!

VIEW AND UPLOAD PHOTOS: Visit our Woodson Rowing photos page for more information on how you can help protect our legacy with photographs!

FOLLOW US ON SOCIAL MEDIA

September 12, 2024

September 12, 2024 Newsletter

Green days have begun! Remember, to participate in Green Days, morning strength training, and winter conditioning (when it comes around), you MUST have a physical on file with the Woodson Athletic Dept and have filled out the Woodson Athletics Registration. (You also need to have passed a swim test for Green Days). Don’t delay – the sooner you get this done the sooner you can do all the fun stuff!

If you know anyone else who might be interested in learning more about our team, feel free to forward them this newsletter, direct them to our interest form or have them send an email to Woodson Rowing Membership or Woodson Rowing Communications.

1. OPTIONAL MORNING STRENGTH TRAINING BEGINS NEXT WEEK

2. GREEN DAYS ARE ONGOING

3. RESTAURANT FUNDRAISER

4. NEW RECRUITS – SWIM TEST INFO

5. PARENT & ATHLETE INFORMATION SESSION, TUES 9/24, 7:30p

6. CARPOOLING WOES?

7. ROLL UP YOUR SLEEVES!
A. VASRA VOLUNTEERS NEEDED, SATURDAYS IN SEPT
B. FOOTBALL CONCESSIONS VOLUNTEERS NEEDED, FRI 10/18
C. RENTAL ERG RETURN & WORKDAY, SAT 10/19
D. TAG DAYS, SAT 10/26 and SAT 11/2. SIGN UP NOW.
E. 31st ANNUAL CRAFT SHOW, SAT 11/9

8. CALENDAR AT-A-GLANCE

WAIT – THERE’S MORE?

1. OPTIONAL MORNING STRENGTH TRAINING BEGINS NEXT WEEK

Optional morning strength training will begin on Monday, September 16. Athletes interested in improving their strength by weight lifting can join optional workouts held in the weight room at Woodson Mondays and Wednesdays from 6:15-7:30 AM. Athletes MUST have a physical on file with the Woodson Athletic Dept and have filled out the Woodson Athletics Registration in order to participate.

2. GREEN DAYS ARE ONGOING

Follow our social media accounts to get some glimpses at what’s happening at Green Days. Visit our website for more information, to make sure you meet the requirements to join us, and to sign up: Green Days Info.

3. RESTAURANT FUNDRAISER

One of the “easy” ways Woodson Rowing raises money is through restaurant fundraisers. Participating makes it easy for you – since you don’t have to plan dinner – and you also help the team!

Our first fundraiser is next Thursday, September 19 from 4-8pm at Noodles & Company, 10296 Main Street. Valid for pickup, delivery and in-restaurant. Let’s make our first, of many, restaurant nights a successful one! Please mention you are supporting the fundraiser or use “GIVING25” in the Coupon Code line at online checkout or via the Noodles Rewards app.

4. NEW RECRUITS – SWIM TEST INFO

Let us know you’re coming by signing up here: Swim Test Sign Up.

Every new rower and coxswain is required to pass a swim test certified by a Woodson Rowing Coach prior to participating in green days and 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 scheduled for September 21st and September 28 from 11a-12p at Audrey Moore Rec Center, 8100 Braddock Road, Annandale, VA.

5. PARENT & ATHLETE INFORMATION SESSION, TUES 9/24, 7:30p

On Tuesday you should have received an email with a link to the proposed by-laws for our organization. Please feel free to review prior to the meeting on 9/24 since one of our orders of business will be to vote on the new by-laws!

Make sure to mark your calendars for Tuesday, September 24 in Woodson Cafe A, starting at 7:30p. The meeting is for families (new and returning) to learn about the upcoming season, go over dues, transportation, winter conditioning, uniforms and preview what happens on the water in the spring. Coaches and board members will be in attendance to answer any questions you might have. Bring anyone who is interested in learning more about our sport.

6. CARPOOLING WOES?

7. ROLL UP YOUR SLEEVES!

A. VASRA WORKDAYS
VASRA needs our help! Get some volunteering in early and help prep the race course and surroundings for the upcoming season. No experience necessary. Most of the activities are messy and dirty. Dress in your worst gardening gear, but make sure to have fully covered shoes, not flip flops. Each school is expected to send one volunteer for each clean up day; e.g. 4 or more Woodson volunteers total. Make sure you note your affiliation with Woodson when you sign up here: VASRA Work Days Sign Up

C. RENTAL ERG RETURN & WORKDAY, SAT 10/19
Athletes – keep on erg-ing!! Erg rental return will take place on SATURDAY, OCTOBER 19, 10a-12p. Location will be the erg shed at the back of the school (near the senior parking lot). Stick around to help with the erg shed workday and get some volunteer credits started OR, if you’re new to the team this is a great opportunity to get familiar with one of the critical pieces of equipment used by rowing teams! Erg Shed Workday Sign Up

E. 31st ANNUAL CRAFT SHOW, SAT 11/9
Our annual craft show is back! Mark your calendars now for Saturday, November 9, 2024 from 10a-4p. Set up for the event will begin Friday, November 8 and we will need all hands on deck to make it a success! Planning has already begun and a signup genius for volunteers will come out soon. Helping out at set-up, the day of, and SHOPPING are all ways to help out this large fundraiser for our team.

We are always looking for new and returning VENDORS for the Craft Show! Please contact any artisans/crafters/makers in your life and let them know you’d love to see their wares on site at Woodson. All Vendors can sign up here: 2024 Craft Show Vendor Registration.

8. CALENDAR AT-A-GLANCE

This calendar is constantly updated as events are added. Scroll here for a quick rundown of what’s up and coming. Where relevant and/or available, links are provided for more information.

SEPTEMBER:
Mondays and Thursdays: Green Days at Sandy Run, 4:45p
Mondays and Wednesdays: optional strength training at Woodson, 6:15-7:30a

Sat, 9/14: VASRA work day
Thu, 9/19: Noodles & Co. fundraiser, 4-8p
Sat, 9/21: Swim test for new athletes, 11a-12p at Audrey Moore Rec
Sat, 9/21: VASRA work day
Tue, 9/24: Parent & athlete information meeting, 7:30p, Woodson Cafe A
Sat, 9/28: Swim test for new athletes, 11a-12p at Audrey Moore Rec
Sat, 9/28: VASRA work day

OCTOBER:

Mondays, Tuesdays, and Thursdays: Green Days at Sandy Run, 4:45p

Fri, 10/18: Football concessions
Sat, 10/19: Erg Shed Work Day and return rented ergs, 10a-1p
Fri, 10/25: Kokee Tea 3-7p
Sat, 10/26: First Tag Day
Tue, 10/29: Final Green Day, 4:45p

NOVEMBER:

Sat, 11/2: 2nd Tag Day
Fri, 11/8: Set up for the craft show, details TBD
Sat., 11/9: 31st Annual Craft Show, 10a-4p

DECEMBER:

Mon, 12/2: Winter Conditioning Begins

JANUARY 2025:

Winter Conditioning will continue.

FEBRUARY:

Fri, 2/21: last day of Winter Conditioning
Tue, 2/25: first day of on-the-water practice!

MARCH:

Fri, 3/21: First team dinner, directly after practice, place TBD
Sat, 3/22: Polar Bear Regatta (Varsity Only), Sandy Run

WAIT – THERE’S MORE?

RECRUITMENT:

Direct interested athletes and their parents to our interest form or have them send an email to our membership team at: [email protected].

STAY UP TO DATE: Join the newsletter by sending an email to [email protected] or view the newsletter archives on our website.

INTERESTED IN SPONSORING WOODSON ROWING?

Visit our Sponsorship Page or contact Woodson Rowing Fundraising.

Can’t sponsor but want to donate?Check out our Donors page for instructions and information on how your donations benefit our team!

NEED SWAG?

There are many ways for you to shop and benefit the team all while sporting your support! See our Spirit Wear Page for more info!

VIEW AND UPLOAD PHOTOS: Visit our Woodson Rowing photos page for more information on how you can help protect our legacy with photographs!

FOLLOW US ON SOCIAL MEDIA

September 10, 2024September 10, 2024

September 10, 2024 – SPECIAL EDITION

Welcome to a special edition of our newsletter where we will discuss how we are “governed” and provide some proposed by-laws which will be voted on at the in-person meeting scheduled for Tue, 9/24 at 7:30p in Woodson Cafe A.

1. PROPOSED NEW BY-LAWS

2. WAIT. WHAT AND WHO ARE “THE BOARD”?

2. WHY DOES A HIGH SCHOOL SPORTS TEAM NEED A BOARD OF DIRECTORS?

3. WHY DOES THIS MATTER TO ME?

4. OK, COOL. BUT WHY DOES THAT MATTER?

5. QUESTIONS?

6. REGULAR BUSINESS

1. PROPOSED NEW BY-LAWS

The members of the Board of Directors would like to propose revised by-laws to be approved by the membership. Pursuant to Article IX: Section 2 of the current by-laws, please consider this newsletter to provide notice that a general membership meeting will take place on September 24, 2024 at 7:30p in Woodson Cafe A. While the primary purpose of the meeting is to discuss the upcoming season, part of that meeting will include a discussion and vote on the revised by-laws, which can be viewed here: Proposed by-laws.

Changes proposed include, but are not limited to:

Change the legal name to C.G. Woodson High School Rowing Program and clarify operating under names
Add a non-voting Senior VP position to the Executive Board and formally add the Booster Liaison and Webmaster as members of the Board of Directors
Change the title of the VP of Team Liaison and Activities to “VP Activities”
Change the notice requirement in Article IX: Section 2 from 2 weeks to 1 week

2. WAIT. WHAT AND WHO ARE “THE BOARD”?

The Woodson Crew Boosters Association (aka “the Association”) is an incorporated, not-for-profit 501(c)(3) that was established to support the Woodson Rowing Program. The Association is governed through formal by-laws. The Association is managed by a Board of Directors made up of Officers (the Executive Committee) and Committee Chairpersons (aka “the Board”).

Members of the Board of Directors are elected by voting members of the Association at the Annual Association Meeting held in late spring. Here are the current board members and their positions, as voted upon and approved at the last parent meeting of the 23-24 school year:

2. WHY DOES A HIGH SCHOOL SPORTS TEAM NEED A BOARD OF DIRECTORS?

Woodson Rowing is a varsity sport at Woodson High School, but we do not receive funding from Fairfax County Public Schools or Woodson High School. As a result, we have some oversight from the high school, but are managed by the Woodson Crew Booster Association. The Woodson Crew Boosters is an all-volunteer, parent-run 501(c)(3) non-profit organization.

Board of Directors responsibilities include, but are not limited to, hiring coaches, fundraising, financial management, logistical support, the purchase and maintenance of program equipment, and, of course, staffing the Woodson Rowing cheering section at regattas. The Board is NOT a supervisory body responsible for the day to day management of the coaching staff, training program, or student-athlete boat assignments.

3. WHY DOES THIS MATTER TO ME?

Well – as a family or athlete who is interested in participating in Woodson Rowing, you’re part of the Woodson Crew Boosters Association! Voting members of the Association include parents/guardians of Woodson Rowing student-athletes. Non-voting members include, but are not limited to, the Woodson coaching staff, the Principal, and the Director of Student Activities (DSA).

4. OK, COOL. BUT WHY DOES THAT MATTER?

Part of the business of the Association is to review and update the by-laws that govern us. The by-laws were last updated in 2018 – so it’s time for some small revisions as noted above. According to Article XXI, Section 1 of the current by-laws:

Section 1. These By-Laws may be altered, amended or repealed, or new By-Laws may be adopted by the vote of two-thirds of those members present at any regular or special meeting of the general membership, provided notice of such alteration, amendment, repeal or adoption of new By-Laws be contained in the notice of such meeting.

So, that’s what we are doing with this special newsletter! We’re providing notice of:

Recommended amendments to the by-laws
The date, time and location of our next general membership meeting! (Reminder: Tuesday, September 24, 2024 at 7:30p in Woodson Cafe A). This meeting is in conjunction with the parent and athlete information session.

5. QUESTIONS?

Any questions, comments or concerns re: the Proposed by-laws should be directed to the Booster Board President at [email protected].

6. REGULAR BUSINESS

WAIT – THERE’S MORE?

RECRUITMENT:

Direct interested athletes and their parents to our interest form or have them send an email to our membership team at: [email protected].

STAY UP TO DATE: Join the newsletter by sending an email to [email protected] or view the newsletter archives on our website.

INTERESTED IN SPONSORING WOODSON ROWING?

Visit our Sponsorship Page or contact Woodson Rowing Fundraising.

Can’t sponsor but want to donate?Check out our Donors page for instructions and information on how your donations benefit our team!

NEED SWAG?

There are many ways for you to shop and benefit the team all while sporting your support! See our Spirit Wear Page for more info!

VIEW AND UPLOAD PHOTOS: Visit our Woodson Rowing photos page for more information on how you can help protect our legacy with photographs!

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September 5, 2024September 12, 2024

September 5, 2024 Newsletter

Welcome to the Woodson Rowing newsletter! We know that a lot of this information can be overwhelming to receive when crew is a “spring sport” – especially if this will be your first season with us. We encourage you to just dive right in and get involved!! This newsletter and our website and social media accounts are great sources of information, but do not hesitate to email Woodson Rowing Membership if you have more questions on how and why to get involved early!

1. SPORTS PHYSICALS AND WOODSON ATHLETICS REGISTRATION

2. SAVE THE DATES & MARK YOUR CALENDARS!

A. GREEN DAYS START ON MONDAY 9/9!! SIGN UP NOW!

B. NOODLES & CO. RESTAURANT NIGHT, THU 9/19, 4-8p

C. NEW RECRUIT SWIM TEST, SAT 9/21 and SAT 9/28, 11a-12p. SIGN UP NOW.

D. PARENT & ATHLETE ORIENTATION/INFORMATION SESSION, TUES 9/24, 7:30p

E. RENTAL ERG RETURN, SAT 10/19, 10a-12p

F. TAG DAYS, SAT 10/26 and SAT 11/2. SIGN UP NOW.

G. 31st ANNUAL CRAFT SHOW, SAT 11/9

3. VOLUNTEERS NEEDED!

A. VASRA CLEAN-UP DAYS, SAT 9/7, 9/14, 9/21, & 9/28

B. FOOTBALL CONCESSIONS, FRI 10/18

C. ERG SHED WORKDAY, SAT 10/19, 10a-1p

4. CALENDAR AT-A-GLANCE

WAIT – THERE’S MORE?

ACTION ITEMS

Sign up for:
– Green Days (starting on Monday, 9/9!!)
– Swim Test (if you’re a new athlete, 9/21 or 9/28)
– Tag Days (10/26 and 11/2) (we need A LOT more folks signed up for these to be a success – commit now and mark your calendars.!)

1. SPORTS PHYSICALS AND WOODSON ATHLETICS REGISTRATION

Remember that all athletes need a sports physical turned into the Woodson front office before the season begins. Also, the Woodson Athletics registration needs to be completed for all athletes. Don’t delay with these critical pieces of information. Take care of it now!

2. SAVE THE DATES & MARK YOUR CALENDARS!

A. GREEN DAYS START ON MONDAY 9/9!! SIGN UP NOW!

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. Visit our website for more information, to make sure you meet the requirements to join us, and to sign up: Green Days Info.

B. NOODLES & CO. RESTAURANT NIGHT, THU 9/19, 4-8p

Feed friends and family all while benefiting the team on Thursday, September 19 from 4-8pm at Noodles & Company, 10296 Main Street. Valid for pickup, delivery and in-restaurant. Let’s make our first, of many, restaurant nights a successful one! Please mention you are supporting the fundraiser or use “GIVING25” in the Coupon Code line at online checkout or via the Noodles Rewards app.

C. NEW RECRUIT SWIM TEST, SAT 9/21 and SAT 9/28, 11a-12p. SIGN UP NOW.

D. PARENT & ATHLETE ORIENTATION/INFORMATION SESSION, TUES 9/24, 7:30p

New and returning parents and athletes, join us for an information session on the 2024-2025 season of Woodson Rowing, Tuesday, September 24 in Woodson Cafe A, starting at 7:30p. We’ll walk through the plan for the upcoming season, go over dues, transportation, winter conditioning, uniforms and preview what happens on the water in the spring. Bring anyone who is interested in learning more about our sport.

E. RENTAL ERG RETURN, SAT 10/19, 10a-12p

Athletes – keep on erg-ing!! Erg rental return will take place on SATURDAY, OCTOBER 19, 10a-12p. Location will be the erg shed at the back of the school (near the senior parking lot). Stick around to help with the erg shed workday and get some volunteer credits started! Erg Shed Workday Sign Up

F. TAG DAYS, SAT 10/26 and SAT 11/2. SIGN UP NOW.

Tag Days are the Woodson Rowing team’s most important fundraiser of the year. The dates for Tag Days are set in conjunction with all of the teams/clubs at Woodson. For this season, Woodson Rowing has been assigned Saturday, October 26 and Saturday, November 2 as our authorized Tag Days. Please sign up here – we need all hands on deck to make this event work!! Stay tuned for more information as the dates get closer, but if you have general questions please see our Tag Days webpage for information.

G. 31st ANNUAL CRAFT SHOW, SAT 11/9

We are always looking for new and returning VENDORS for the Craft Show! Please contact any artisans/crafters/makers in your life and let them know you’d love to see their wares on site at Woodson. All Vendors can sign up here: 2024 Craft Show Vendor Registration.

3. VOLUNTEERS NEEDED!

Volunteering is a necessary part of keeping our team running efficiently and links us to the greater rowing community in the area. NO EXPERIENCE NECESSARY for any of the volunteer opportunities we have. There are (and will be) options for every schedule and every skill level. Never tried a particular task before? No worries – there will always be people on hand to guide and help. Remember, many hands make light work. Now, let’s get to it!

A. VASRA CLEAN-UP DAYS, SAT 9/7, 9/14, 9/21, & 9/28

VASRA needs our help! Get some volunteering in early and help prep the race course and surroundings for the upcoming season. No experience necessary. Most of the activities are messy and dirty. Dress in your worst gardening gear, but make sure to have fully covered shoes, not flip flops. Each school is expected to send one volunteer for each clean up day; e.g. 4 or more Woodson volunteers total. Make sure you note your affiliation with Woodson when you sign up here: VASRA Work Days Sign Up

B. FOOTBALL CONCESSIONS, FRI 10/18

Each season, Woodson Crew is responsible for working the concession stand at a Woodson Football game. Woodson Rowing is responsible for staffing concessions for the homecoming football game on Fri., October 18. There are two shifts – 6:15-8:00 and 8:00-9:45 PM. We need 9 volunteers for each shift. This is a fun opportunity to get some volunteer credits early AND get to watch the game. Sign up here: Football Concessions Sign Up.

C. ERG SHED WORKDAY, SAT 10/19, 10a-1p

This is for you ESPECIALLY if you rented an erg for use over the winter! Turn in your erg and then help service all of our units – and get the erg shed cleaned up and in order before winter conditioning kicks off. Saturday, October 19 from 10a-1p. Sign up here: Erg Shed Workday Sign Up.

4. CALENDAR AT-A-GLANCE

This calendar is constantly updated as events are added. Scroll here for a quick rundown of what’s up and coming. Where relevant and/or available, links are provided for more information.

SEPTEMBER:

Sat, 9/7: VASRA work day
Mon, 9/9: Green Days begin at Sandy Run, 4:45p
Sat, 9/14: VASRA work day
Thu, 9/19: Noodles & Co. restaurant fundraiser, 4-8p
Sat, 9/21: Swim test for new athletes, 11a-12p at Audrey Moore Rec
Sat, 9/21: VASRA work day
Tue, 9/24: Parent & athlete information meeting, 7:30p, Woodson Cafe A
Sat, 9/28: Swim test for new athletes, 11a-12p at Audrey Moore Rec
Sat, 9/28: VASRA work day

OCTOBER:

Fri, 10/18: Football concessions
Sat, 10/19: Erg Shed Work Day and return rented ergs, 10a-1p
Fri, 10/25: Kokee Tea restaurant fundraiser, 3-7p
Sat, 10/26: First Tag Day
Tue, 10/29: Final Green Day, 4:45p

NOVEMBER:

Sat, 11/2: 2nd Tag Day
Fri, 11/8: Set up for the craft show, details TBD
Sat., 11/9: 31st Annual Craft Show, 10a-4p

DECEMBER:

Mon, 12/2: Winter Conditioning Begins

JANUARY 2025:

Winter Conditioning will continue.

FEBRUARY:

Fri, 2/21: last day of Winter Conditioning
Tue, 2/25: first day of on-the-water practice!

MARCH:

Fri, 3/21: First team dinner, directly after practice, place TBD
Sat, 3/22: Polar Bear Regatta (Varsity Only), Sandy Run

WAIT – THERE’S MORE?

RECRUITMENT:

Direct interested athletes and their parents to our interest form or have them send an email to our membership team at: [email protected].

STAY UP TO DATE: Join the newsletter by sending an email to [email protected] or view the newsletter archives on our website.

INTERESTED IN SPONSORING WOODSON ROWING?

Visit our Sponsorship Page or contact Woodson Rowing Fundraising.

Can’t sponsor but want to donate?Check out our Donors page for instructions and information on how your donations benefit our team!

NEED SWAG?

There are many ways for you to shop and benefit the team all while sporting your support! See our Spirit Wear Page for more info!

VIEW AND UPLOAD PHOTOS: Visit our Woodson Rowing photos page for more information on how you can help protect our legacy with photographs!

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August 29, 2024August 29, 2024

August 29, 2024 Newsletter

Sit back with your favorite beverage or a snack because we have a LOT to share. If you saw last week’s newsletter, you know that things are ramping up quickly. LOTS of official dates, sign up geniuses and information below. Please help us as we help you get a kick start on the season.

If you know someone who might be interested in learning more about our team, feel free to forward them this newsletter, or have them shoot an email to [email protected] to be put on the newsletter distribution list. And don’t forget: you can always find the newsletter archives on our website.

1. SPREAD THE WORD

2. SPORTS PHYSICALS AND WOODSON ATHLETICS REGISTRATION

3. SAVE THE DATES & MARK YOUR CALENDARS!
A. ATHLETE INFORMATION SESSION, WED 9/4, 3p, Room B109
B. GREEN DAYS, MON 9/9, 4:45-6:45p. SIGN UP NOW!
C. NOODLES & CO. RESTAURANT NIGHT, THU 9/19, 4-8p
D. NEW RECRUIT SWIM TEST, SAT 9/21 and SAT 9/28, 11a-12p.
E. PARENT & ATHLETE ORIENTATION, TUES 9/24, 7:30p
F. RENTAL ERG RETURN, SAT 10/19, 10a-12p
G. TAG DAYS, SAT 10/26 and SAT 11/2. SIGN UP NOW.
H. 31st ANNUAL CRAFT SHOW, SAT 11/9

4. WE ARE LOOKING FOR VOLUNTEERS!
A. VASRA CLEAN-UP DAYS, SAT 8/31, 9/7, 9/14, 9/21, & 9/28
B. SWIM TEST VOLUNTEERS, SAT 9/21 and SAT 9/28, 11a-12p
C. ERG SHED WORKDAY, SAT 10/19, 10a-1p
D. FOOTBALL CONCESSIONS VOLUNTEERS, FRI 10/18

5. SPONSORS

6. CALENDAR AT-A-GLANCE

ACTION ITEMS

Mark your calendars for the new athlete information session on Wed, Sep 4 at 3:00p in Coach Tylander’s room, B109.
Sign up for:
– Green Days
– Swim Test (if you’re a new athlete)
– Tag Days

1. SPREAD THE WORD
Recruitment should be at the top of our minds and in full swing! Coach Tylander is hosting an information session for prospective athletes on Wednesday, Sept 4 at 3:00p in his classroom, B109. Bring or send your friends or anyone interested to learn more! You can also direct interested athletes and their parents to our interest form or have them send an email to our membership team at: [email protected].

2. SPORTS PHYSICALS AND WOODSON ATHLETICS REGISTRATION
Remember that all athletes will need a sports physical turned into the Woodson front office before the season begins. Also the Woodson Athletics registration needs to be completed for all athletes. Don’t delay with these critical pieces of information. Take care of it now!3. SAVE THE DATES & MARK YOUR CALENDARS!

A. ATHLETE INFORMATION SESSION, WED 9/4, 3p, Room B109

Have a friend that is interested in learning more about rowing? Bring them to meet Coach Tylander, our Director of Rowing, after school on Wednesday, September 4, Room B109. Coach Tylander will talk a little bit about the requirements for rowing, green days, and more!

B. GREEN DAYS, MON 9/9, 4:45-6:45p. SIGN UP NOW!

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. For more information, visit our Green Days FAQ.

Green days begin September 9 and will take place after school, from 4:45p-6:45p, at Sandy Run Regional Park (10450 Van Thompson Road, Fairfax Station, VA). Participants are responsible for their own transportation, and carpooling is highly recommended.

Green Days Schedule:
Sep 9 – Sep 26: Mondays and Thursdays

Sep 30 – Oct 29: Mondays, Tuesdays, and Thursdays

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

A VHSL physical dated after May 1, 2024, on file with the Woodson Athletic trainers.
Completed a swim test, AND
Submitted the Woodson Activity Registration.

First-time athletes (those who have NOT previously been on the water in a Woodson Rowing boat) should register for their first day on the water on a MONDAY in order to receive a more thorough orientation. After your first day, you are welcome to come on any and all days that fit your schedule. Let us know what days you will be attending on the Green Days Sign Up.

C. NOODLES & CO. RESTAURANT NIGHT, THU 9/19, 4-8p

D. NEW RECRUIT SWIM TEST, SAT 9/21 and SAT 9/28, 11a-12p. SIGN UP NOW.

Swim Tests are scheduled for September 21st and September 28 from 11a-12p at Audrey Moore Rec Center, 8100 Braddock Road, Annandale, VA. Let us know you’re coming by signing up here: Swim Test Sign Up.

The swim test consists of:

100 yard swim, any stroke or combination of strokes, in a swimsuit and;
two minutes of treading water with clothes on to simulate a boat capsizing during cold water practice. Clothing should be a long-sleeved shirt and long pants (sweatpants or leggings are acceptable).
Putting on a personal flotation device (life vest) while in the water.

E. PARENT & ATHLETE ORIENTATION/INFORMATION SESSION, TUES 9/24, 7:30p

New and returning parents and athletes, join us for an information session on the 2024-2025 season of Woodson Rowing, Wednesday, September 27 in Woodson Cafe A, starting at 7:30p. We’ll walk through the plan for the upcoming season, go over dues, transportation, winter conditioning, uniforms and preview what happens on the water in the spring. Bring anyone who is interested in learning more about our sport.

F. RENTAL ERG RETURN, SAT 10/19, 10a-12p

G. TAG DAYS, SAT 10/26 and SAT 11/2. SIGN UP NOW.

H. 31st ANNUAL CRAFT SHOW, SAT 11/9

We are always looking for new and returning VENDORS for the Craft Show! Please contact any artisans/crafters/makers in your life and let them know you’d love to see their wares on site at Woodson. All Vendors can sign up here: 2024 Craft Show Vendor Registration.

4. WE ARE LOOKING FOR VOLUNTEERS!
Be the first to get your volunteer credits knocked out before the season even begins! Lots of opportunities to get involved now or as the season progresses. There are options for every schedule and every skill level. Never tried a particular task before? No worries – there will always be people on hand to guide and help. Remember, many hands make light work. Now, let’s get to it!

A. VASRA CLEAN-UP DAYS, SAT 8/31, 9/7, 9/14, 9/21, & 9/28

Sign up here: VASRA Work Days Sign Up
VASRA needs our help! Get some volunteering in early and help prep the race course and surrounds for the upcoming season. No experience necessary. Each school is expected to send one volunteer for each clean up day; e.g. 4 or more Woodson volunteers total. The current dates are: August 31 and September 7, 14, 21, and 28.

Curious what clean up days entail? Here’s the info straight from VASRA:
August 31 Pre Work Day: For persons who are up for fairly strenuous activity who are comfortable on the water and willing to get dirty. Only 8 persons per shift required. This will involve pulling the majority of the course lines

7 September Work Day #1: Pull any remaining lane lines. Cleaning; this activity involves the removal and cleaning of lane lines and buoys that have been in the water since February, they have algae, fish eggs and other organic matter attached. Refurbishing and respooling lane lines.

All these activities are messy, dirty, smelly work. Dress in your worst gardening gear, but make sure to have fully covered shoes, not flip flops.

Work Days #2 – #4: Should be primarily cleaning and refurbishing in preparation for the 2025 season. Though there may be some anchors that need to be pulled.

Make sure you note your affiliation with Woodson here: VASRA Work Days Sign Up

B. SWIM TEST VOLUNTEERS, SAT 9/21 and SAT 9/28, 11a-12p

Each day of the swim test (11a-12p on Sat., Sep 21 and Sat., Sep 28) we need one parent volunteer to help the coaches with logistics. You do not need to have any experience to take on this position – just a willingness to help things run smoothly. Sign up on the swim test sign up genius: Swim Test Sign Up

C. ERG SHED WORKDAY, SAT 10/19, 10a-1p

D. FOOTBALL CONCESSIONS VOLUNTEERS, FRI 10/18

5. SPONSORS
As we embark on a new rowing season, we want to extend a hearty thank you to our 2024 sponsors. Their generous donations enabled us to focus on our most important asset: Our Athletes. When surveying the vast number of vendors in our area, please consider these local businesses first. If you’re interested in finding out how you can become a sponsor of our state and nationally ranked team, visit our website at https://woodsonrowing.org/sponsors/

GOLD level sponsors

Main Street Home Loans – Ana Tolentino is a mortgage industry leader with 18 years of experience committed to helping families purchase a home. Licensed in Virginia, Maryland, DC, Florida and North Carolina. Ana is also mom to coxswain Alessia!!

William Westman and Associates, LLC – boutique consulting firm.

FPP Wealth Advisors – serving multigenerational families in innovative ways, helping them plan for what matters most. With their experience and personalized approach, they aim to make your financial journey a seamless and rewarding experience.

VAA Construction – Contact Victor Argueta at 703-350-6453 to discuss your project today!

Tango Pet Depot – Every imaginable premium pet food, treats, pet accessories and more! If they don’t have it – they will get it for you. Veterinarian Juan Castro is the father of rower Bianca Castro!

Gute Leute Coffee Bar – A Korea-based coffee chain in Ballston (800 N. Glebe Road). The cafe’s menu offers a variety of teas and coffee drinks, including espressos and lattes. A unique highlight is a weekend-only, three-course tasting event, available only with a reservation. Sang Moon, co-owner of Gute Lute is father to rower Alex Moon!

SILVER level sponsors

Kilroy’s and The Electric Palm – Hometown favorite restaurants for friends and family.

BRONZE level sponsors

Blaisdell Wealth Management – Everything you need to help you raise the bar when it comes to your financial affairs.

Donovan & Wagner, P.C. – Donovan & Wagner has been a proud sponsor for many years. Please visit them for any of your accounting needs.

Insura Pro Advisors – Independent Insurance Broker that offers Property, Auto & Life Insurance products.

Supertravelistic – Specializing in Disney vacations, they can help with all your travel needs! Owner Tre Krupnick is the mom of rower Cooper Krupnick!

Titan Title – an innovative approach in a traditional industry. We transform the settlement experience by leveraging the best of technology, a vast industry experience and customer insights

Once again, a big THANK YOU to our current sponsors for helping us lay the foundation for another successful season!

6. CALENDAR AT-A-GLANCE
This calendar is constantly updated as events are added. Scroll here for a quick rundown of what’s up and coming. Where relevant and/or available, links are provided for more information.

SEPTEMBER:

Wed, 9/4: NEW athlete information meeting, 3p, Room B109
Sat, 9/7: VASRA work day
Mon, 9/9: Green Days begin at Sandy Run, 4:45p
Sat, 9/14: VASRA work day
Thu, 9/19: Noodles & Co. restaurant fundraiser, 4-8p
Sat, 9/21: Swim test for new athletes, 11a-12p at Audrey Moore Rec
Sat, 9/21: VASRA work day
Tue, 9/24: Parent & athlete information meeting, 7:30p, Woodson Cafe A
Sat, 9/28: Swim test for new athletes, 11a-12p at Audrey Moore Rec
Sat, 9/28: VASRA work day

OCTOBER:

Fri, 10/18: Football concessions volunteers needed
Sat, 10/19: Erg Shed Work Day and return rented ergs, 10a-1p
Sat, 10/26: First Tag Day
Tue, 10/29: Final Green Day, 4:45p

NOVEMBER:

Sat, 11/2: 2nd Tag Day
Fri, 11/8: Set up for the craft show, details TBD
Sat., 11/9: 31st Annual Craft Show, 10a-4p

DECEMBER:

Mon, 12/2: Winter Conditioning Begins

JANUARY 2025:

Winter Conditioning will continue.

FEBRUARY:

Fri, 2/21: last day of Winter Conditioning
Tue, 2/25: first day of on-the-water practice!

MARCH:

Fri, 3/21: First team dinner, directly after practice, place TBD
Sat, 3/22: Polar Bear Regatta (Varsity Only), Sandy Run

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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August 23, 2024August 29, 2024

Welcome back! August 23, 2024

HERE WE GO, EVERYONE!!

We hope you had a wonderful summer and are having a good first week back at school. While rowing is a spring sport, things are already moving at full speed behind the scenes to bring new and returning athletes together and to grow our team.

1. SPREAD THE WORD

2. SPORTS PHYSICALS AND WOODSON ATHLETICS REGISTRATION

3. ATHLETE INFORMATION SESSIONS

4. GREEN DAYS BEGIN 9/9

5. RESTAURANT NIGHT, THU., 9/19 NOODLES & CO., 4-8p

6. RENTAL ERG RETURN SAT, OCT 19

7. MARK YOUR CALENDARS FOR TAG DAYS!

8. PLEASE RECRUIT FOR THE 31st ANNUAL CRAFT SHOW

9. EARLY SEASON VOLUNTEER OPPORTUNITIES IN THE WORKS
A. VASRA CLEAN-UP DAYS
B. FOOTBALL CONCESSIONS

10. SWIM TEST (FOR NEW RECRUITS ONLY)

11. PARENT & ATHLETE INFORMATION SESSION TBD

12. CALENDAR AT-A-GLANCE

13. STAY IN-THE-KNOW

ACTION ITEMS

Returning Athletes: Plan to attend the session on Wed, Aug 28 at 3:00p in Coach Tylander’s room, B109.
Prospective Athletes: Mark your calendars for an information session on Wed, Sep 4 at 3:00p in Coach Tylander’s room, B109
Recruit vendors for our 31st annual craft show!
Start marking your own calendar using the at-a-glance below.

1. SPREAD THE WORD

Recruitment should be at the top of our minds and in full swing! Please share your enthusiasm for our team. Speak to other students and parents; encourage them to check us out. Direct interested athletes and their parents to our interest form or have them send an email to our membership team at: [email protected].

2. SPORTS PHYSICALS AND WOODSON ATHLETICS REGISTRATION

Remember that all athletes will need a sports physical turned into the Woodson front office before the season begins. Also the Woodson Athletics registration needs to be completed for all athletes. Don’t delay with these critical pieces of information. Take care of it now!

3. ATHLETE INFORMATION SESSIONS

RETURNING ATHLETES: Meet with Coach Tylander after school (approx 3p) on Wednesday, August 28 in room B109. He’ll give you a brief rundown of what to expect for the season. See old friends and get ready for an exciting season ahead!

PROSPECTIVE AND RETURNING ATHLETES: Have a friend that is interested in learning more about rowing? Bring them to meet Coach Tylander, our Director of Rowing after school on Wednesday, September 4, Room B109. Coach Tylander will talk a little bit about the requirements for rowing, green days, and more!

4. GREEN DAYS BEGIN 9/9

Green Days Tentative Schedule:
Sep 9 – Sep 26: Mondays and Thursdays

Sep 30 – Oct 29: Mondays, Tuesdays, and Thursdays

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

A sports physical dated after May 1, 2024, on file with the Woodson Athletic trainers.
Completed a swim test, AND
Submitted the Woodson Activity Registration.

First-time athletes (those who have NOT previously been on the water in a Woodson Rowing boat) should try, if possible, to register for their first day on the water on a MONDAYin order to receive a more thorough orientation. After your first day, you are welcome to come on any and all days that fit your schedule.

5. RESTAURANT NIGHT, THU., 9/19 NOODLES & CO., 4-8p

6. RENTAL ERG RETURN SAT, OCT 19

Athletes – keep on erg-ing!! Erg rental return will take place on Saturday, October 19, time TBD. Location will be the erg shed at the back of the school (near the senior parking lot). Stay tuned for more specific information, but meanwhile keep up the hard work!

7. MARK YOUR CALENDARS FOR TAG DAYS!

Tag Days are the Woodson Rowing team’s most important fundraiser of the year. The dates for Tag Days are set in conjunction with all of the teams/clubs at Woodson. For this season, Woodson Rowing has been assigned Saturday, October 26 and Saturday, November 2 as our authorized Tag Days. Please mark your calendars as we need all hands on deck to make this even work. Stay tuned for more information as the dates get closer, but if you have general questions please see our Tag Days webpage for information.

8. PLEASE RECRUIT FOR THE 31st ANNUAL CRAFT SHOW

We also have a pressing need for VENDORS for the Craft Show! Please contact any artisans/crafters/makers in your life and let them know you’d love to see their wares on site at Woodson. All Vendors can sign up here: 2024 Craft Show Vendor Registration.

9. EARLY SEASON VOLUNTEER OPPORTUNITIES IN THE WORKS

Part and parcel of being on Woodson Rowing means volunteering. Throughout the year/season there will be ample opportunities to get involved and to earn volunteer credits for your family, at a pace and time that is most convenient for you. Athletes that volunteer will, more often than not, be able to get service credits for any time they spend volunteering.

We are gearing up for the pre-season volunteer opportunities. There are not any sign up geniuses available yet – but we want to keep this info on your radar.

A. VASRA CLEAN-UP DAYS

VASRA has scheduled the Fall clean up days for 4 Saturdays in September. Each school is expected to send one volunteer for each clean up day; e.g. 4 or more Woodson volunteers total. The current dates are: September 7, 14, 21, and 28. Stay tuned for more information and the ability to sign up.

B. FOOTBALL CONCESSIONS

Each season, Woodson Crew is responsible for working the concession stand at a Woodson Football game. Our date has not been confirmed yet, but will likely be in October. There will be two shifts to volunteer – 6:15-8:00 and 8:00-9:45 PM. We need 9 volunteers for each shift. This is a fun opportunity to get some volunteer credits early AND get to watch the game. Stay tuned for a specific date and a sign up.

10. SWIM TEST (FOR NEW RECRUITS ONLY)

Every new rower and coxswain is required to pass a swim test certified by a Woodson Rowing Coach 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.

The swim test consists of:

100 yard swim, any stroke or combination of strokes, in a swimsuit and;
two minutes of treading water with clothes on to simulate a boat capsizing during cold water practice. Clothing should be a long-sleeved shirt and long pants (sweatpants or leggings of some kind).
Putting on a personal flotation device (life vest) while in the water.

Swim Tests are tentatively scheduled for late September and are usually held at Audrey Moore Rec Center, 8100 Braddock Road, Annandale, VA. Stay tuned for specific details.

11. PARENT & ATHLETE INFORMATION SESSION TBD

The Board will be holding an information session for returning and new parents and athletes in late September or early October. We’ll walk through the plan for the upcoming season, go over dues, transportation, winter conditioning, uniforms and preview what happens on the water in the spring. Bring anyone who is interested in learning more about our sport.

12. CALENDAR AT-A-GLANCE

This calendar is constantly updated as events are added. Scroll here for a quick rundown of what’s up and coming. Where relevant and/or available, links are provided for more information.

AUGUST:

Wed, 8/28: RETURNING athlete information meeting, 3p, Room B109

SEPTEMBER:

Wed, 9/4: NEW athlete information meeting, 3p, Room B109
Sat, 9/7: VASRA work day
Mon, 9/9: Green Days begin at Sandy Run, 4:45p
Sat, 9/14: VASRA work day
Thu, 9/19: Noodles & Co. restaurant fundraiser, 4-8p
Sat, 9/21: VASRA work day
Sat, 9/28: VASRA work day
Swim Test (New Rowers only), details TBD
Parent & athlete information meeting, 7:30p, date & location TBD

OCTOBER:

Sat, 10/19: Return rented ergs, details TBD
Sat, 10/26: First Tag Day
Tue, 10/29: Final Green Day, 4:45p

NOVEMBER:

Sat, 11/2: 2nd Tag Day
Fri, 11/8: Set up for the craft show, details TBD
Sat., 11/9: 31st Annual Craft Show, 10a-4p

DECEMBER:

Mon, 12/2: Winter Conditioning Begins

JANUARY 2025:

Winter conditioning will continue.

FEBRUARY:

Fri, 2/21: last day of Winter Conditioning
Tue, 2/25: first day of on-the-water practice!

MARCH:

Fri, 3/21: First team dinner, directly after practice, place TBD
Sat, 3/22: Polar Bear Regatta (Varsity Only), Sandy Run

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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June 4, 2024

June 4, 2024 Newsletter

End of season banquet tonight! Hope to see you there! Thank you to all the adults and athletes that showed up for the boathouse workday this last weekend. Many hands did, indeed, make light work!

1. SENIOR VP STILL NEEDED
2. END-OF-SEASON AWARDS BANQUET TONIGHT!
3. SUMMER ERG RENTAL PICK UP TONIGHT!!!!
4. SCHOOL PHYSICALS FOR NEXT YEAR
5. RECRUITING
6. SPIRIT WEAR RECYCLING
7. AT-A-GLANCE AND OTHER LINKS
8. KEEP UP-TO-DATE IN THE OFF-SEASON!

1. SENIOR VP STILL NEEDED
We are still looking to fill a non-voting Senior VP position on the Board for next year. This position is designed to give someone who is considering becoming the President of the Rowing Booster Board a year of training before stepping into the position. The best part of this job is that you will be directly supporting and observing, which is a fantastic opportunity to learn how the board and President position works. Questions or interested in learning more? Talk to Bill Westman tonight at the End-of-Season Banquet!

2. END-OF-SEASON AWARDS BANQUET TONIGHT!
Whether you sent an RSVP or not, please plan to attend the End-of-the-Season Banquet on Tue, June 4, 7p at Woodson Cafeteria A. There will be pizza, cake and a variety of potluck items contributed from families. We will be celebrating all the whole team; athletes, coaches AND parents/guardians! This is more than just an end-of-season celebration. Coaches will present awards, we will recognize our seniors and attending parents will have an introduction/vote for next year’s new board members!

3. SUMMER ERG RENTAL PICK UP TONIGHT!!!!
After the end of season awards banquet, meet Riz at the erg she (behind the school) to pick up your erg! If you didn’t already reserve one, you can Sign up now to reserve an erg and submit payment via PayPal. This form will be closed at 5:00pm tonight.

4. SCHOOL PHYSICALS FOR NEXT YEAR
Each year, it is required that all student athletes have a completed VHSL physical on file before participating in sports. Set yourself up for next season by signing up for the Athletic Trainer sponsored Sports Physical Night to obtain a valid VHSL physical for the entirety of the 2024-25 school year. The cost for the physical is $50.

The Athletic Training Program receives no funding from FCPS, and this event is their ONLY fundraiser for the year. ALL proceeds go towards helping the program purchase supplies.

Sign up for an appointment for a physical here. Even If you cannot make the Woodson event on June 10, sign up for another school’s event using the same form.5. RECRUITING

Last week there was an Activities Fair at Woodson designed for incoming Freshman to see all the extracurriculars Woodson has to offer. Hearty thank yous to the athletes that manned the table. We received some interest – but to be truly honest – our BEST source of recruitment is YOU. It’s never too early to start talking to neighbors and friends about all that rowing has to offer. Send potential recruits to our interest form at: https://bit.ly/24-25WoodsonRowing or have them send an email to: [email protected].

6. SPIRIT WEAR RECYCLING
Do you have old Woodson Crew/Rowing spirit wear that you no longer wear? Or perhaps you’re looking for a community conscious way to clear up those overflowing drawers? We can help. We will collect your gently used spirit wear for intra-team recycling (think Tag Days) or resale. All items will be reconditioned and washed. If offered for sale, they will be sold for a fraction of the retail price to benefit the team. Help other up coming Woodson families sport their support without breaking the bank. If you’re interested, please join the #spiritwear-resale channel on Slack and/or bring the items you wish to recycle to the banquet tonight!

7. AT-A-GLANCE AND OTHER LINKS

Tue. 6/4: End of Season Awards Banquet, 7p, Woodson Cafe A

8. KEEP UP-TO-DATE IN THE OFF-SEASON!

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

May 28, 2024

May 28, 2024 newsletter

We are officially in the home stretch! Racing is done; now we have an opportunity to gather our thoughts, plan for next year, and celebrate an amazing season! Thank you to all the volunteers who worked tirelessly all season to keep things running behind the scenes and on the front stage. As you now know, this team literally couldn’t operate without you!

1. SRAA DE-RIGGING
2. SENIOR VP NEEDED! Help build our program!
3. BOATHOUSE WORKDAY
4. END-OF-SEASON AWARDS BANQUET
5. SUMMER ERG RENTALS
6. SCHOOL PHYSICALS FOR NEXT YEAR
7. RECRUITING
8. SPIRIT WEAR RECYCLING
9. AT-A-GLANCE AND OTHER LINKS
10. KEEP UP-TO-DATE IN THE OFF-SEASON!

1. SRAA DE-RIGGING
Athletes attending SRAA Nationals should plan for their normal practice time (today) Tuesday, May 28 to de-rig the boats.

2. SENIOR VP NEEDED! Help build our program!
We are still looking to fill a non-voting Senior VP position on the Board for next year. This position is designed to give someone who is considering becoming the President of the Rowing Booster Board a year of training before stepping into the position. The best part of this job is that you will be directly supporting and observing, which is a fantastic opportunity to learn how the board and President position works. Questions or interested in learning more? Contact Bill Westman.

3. BOATHOUSE WORKDAY
Still room for some adults and athletes to help winterize the boathouse so that we can hit the ground running next season! Plan for 9a-12p on Sat, June 1. Remember that many hands make light work, so the more folks that show up the quicker you’ll be done. Athletes can get volunteer credit for helping out. Sign up here: Boathouse Workday.

4. END-OF-SEASON AWARDS BANQUET
RSVP and help out at the End-of-the-Season Banquet on Tue, June 4, 7p at Woodson Cafeteria A. Tentative plans are to have a potluck. Please join us in celebrating all the whole team; athletes, coaches AND parents/guardians! This is more than just an end-of-season celebration. Coaches will present awards, we will recognize our seniors and attending parents will have an introduction/vote for next year’s new board members!

5. SUMMER ERG RENTALS
The team will have a limited number of ergs available for athlete rental over the summer. Ergs will be returned prior to the start of winter conditioning in October 2024. The cost to rent an erg will be $200.00 (pre-paid). Payment will be due June 3, 2024 and pick up will be at the end-of-season celebration on June 4, 2024. Sign up now to reserve an erg and submit payment via PayPal.

6. SCHOOL PHYSICALS FOR NEXT YEAR
Each year, it is required that all student athletes have a completed VHSL physical on file before participating in sports. Set yourself up for next season by signing up for the Athletic Trainer sponsored Sports Physical Night to obtain a valid VHSL physical for the entirety of the 2024-25 school year. The cost for the physical is $50.

The Athletic Training Program receives no funding from FCPS, and this event is their ONLY fundraiser for the year. ALL proceeds go towards helping the program purchase supplies.

Sign up for an appointment for a physical here. Even If you cannot make the Woodson event on June 10, sign up for another school’s event using the same form.

7. RECRUITING
Last week there was an Activities Fair at Woodson designed for incoming Freshman to see all the extracurriculars Woodson has to offer. Hearty thank yous to the athletes that manned the table. We received some interest – but to be truly honest – our BEST source of recruitment is YOU. It’s never too early to start talking to neighbors and friends about all that rowing has to offer. Send potential recruits to our interest form at: https://bit.ly/24-25WoodsonRowing or have them send an email to: [email protected].

8. SPIRIT WEAR RECYCLING
Do you have old Woodson Crew/Rowing spirit wear that you no longer wear? Or perhaps you’re looking for a community conscious way to clear up those overflowing drawers? We can help. We will collect your gently used spirit wear for intra-team recycling (think Tag Days) or resale. All items will be reconditioned and washed. If offered for sale, they will be sold for a fraction of the retail price to benefit the team. Help other up coming Woodson families sport their support without breaking the bank. If you’re interested, please join the #spiritwear-resale channel on Slack!

9. AT-A-GLANCE AND OTHER LINKS
– Sat. 6/1: Last Boathouse Workday, 9a-12p, Sandy Run
– Tue. 6/4: End of Season Awards Banquet, 7p, Woodson Cafe A

10. KEEP UP-TO-DATE IN THE OFF-SEASON!

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

May 24, 2024

May 24, 2024 – Sponsorship Special

First day of racing for SRAA Nationals to close out the season! As we’re embarking on another day of racing, it seems like a perfect time to highlight our amazing sponsors this year.

SPONSORS
GOLD level sponsors
SILVER level sponsors
BRONZE level sponsors

NOW, ON TO CREW BUSINESS
1. SRAA DE-RIGGING
2. VP OF ACTIVITIES NEEDED
3. BOATHOUSE WORKDAY
4. END-OF-SEASON AWARDS BANQUET
5. SUMMER ERG RENTALS
6. SCHOOL PHYSICALS FOR NEXT YEAR
7. AT-A-GLANCE AND OTHER LINKS

SPONSORS

As we come to the end of the rowing season, we cannot thank our sponsors enough. Your generous donations have enabled us to focus on our most important asset: Our Athletes. When surveying the vast number of vendors in our area, please consider these local businesses first. Find out how you can become a sponsor of our state and nationally ranked team here: https://woodsonrowing.org/sponsors/

GOLD level sponsors

William Westman and Associates, LLC – boutique consulting firm.

VAA Construction – Contact Victor Argueta at 703-350-6453 to discuss your project today!

SILVER level sponsors

Kilroy’s and The Electric Palm – Hometown favorite restaurants for friends and family.

BRONZE level sponsors

Blaisdell Wealth Management – Everything you need to help you raise the bar when it comes to your financial affairs.

Donovan & Wagner, P.C. – Donovan & Wagner has been a proud sponsor for many years. Please visit them for any of your accounting needs.

Insura Pro Advisors – Independent Insurance Broker that offers Property, Auto & Life Insurance products.

Supertravelistic – Specializing in Disney vacations, they can help with all your travel needs! Owner Tre Krupnick is the mom of rower Cooper Krupnick!

Titan Title – an innovative approach in a traditional industry. We transform the settlement experience by leveraging the best of technology, a vast industry experience and customer insights

Once again, a big THANK YOU to our current sponsors for helping us forge this successful season!

NOW, ON TO CREW BUSINESS

1. SRAA DE-RIGGING

Athletes attending SRAA Nationals should plan for their normal practice time on Tuesday, May 28 to de-rig the boats.

2. VP OF ACTIVITIES NEEDED

We are still looking for next year’s VP of Activities! All of the sub-committee jobs have been filled, so this position will primarily be responsible for being the central repository for “activities” information. You will oversee and support the Team Dinner Coordinator, RAFT Coordinator, and Travel Regatta Coordinator. Represents all activities on the Rowing Booster Board and attends Rowing Booster Board Meetings. Contact Catherine Backmeyer if you are interested.

3. BOATHOUSE WORKDAY

Still room for some adults and athletes to help winterize the boathouse so that we can hit the ground running next season! Plan for 9a-12p on Sat, June 1. Remember that many hands make light work, so the more folks that show up the quicker you’ll be done. Athletes can get volunteer credit for helping out. Sign up here: Boathouse Workday.

4. END-OF-SEASON AWARDS BANQUET

RSVP and help out at the End-of-the-Season Banquet on Tue, June 4, 7p at Woodson Cafeteria A. Tentative plans are to have a potluck. Please join us in celebrating all the whole team; athletes, coaches AND parents/guardians! This is more than just an end-of-season celebration. Coaches will present awards, we will recognize our seniors and attending parents will have an introduction/vote for next year’s new board members!

5. SUMMER ERG RENTALS

The team will have a limited number of ergs available for athlete rental over the summer. Ergs will be returned prior to the start of winter conditioning in October 2024. The cost to rent an erg will be $200.00 (pre-paid). Payment will be due June 3, 2024 and pick up will be at the end-of-season celebration on June 4, 2024. Sign up now to reserve an erg and submit payment via PayPal.

6. SCHOOL PHYSICALS FOR NEXT YEAR

Each year, it is required that all student athletes have a completed VHSL physical on file before participating in sports. Set yourself up for next season by signing up for the Athletic Trainer sponsored Sports Physical Night to obtain a valid VHSL physical for the entirety of the 2024-25 school year. The cost for the physical is $50.

The Athletic Training Program receives no funding from FCPS, and this event is their ONLY fundraiser for the year. ALL proceeds go towards helping the program purchase supplies.

Sign up for an appointment for a physical here. Even If you cannot make the Woodson event on June 10, sign up for another school’s event using the same form.

7. AT-A-GLANCE AND OTHER LINKS

Sat. 6/1: Last Boathouse Workday, 9a-12p, Sandy Run
Tue. 6/4: End of Season Awards Banquet, 7p, Woodson Cafe A

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