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November 21, 2023 Email Update

This week’s newsletter is going out a little early due to the Thanksgiving Holiday! This Thanksgiving we are thankful for the community of athletes and parents that make up Woodson Rowing. We hope you have a wonderful holiday off from school.

1. *NEW* NO WINTER CONDITIONING WED – FRI (11/22 – 11/24)

2. REGISTER FOR THE SEASON

3. *NEW* HOLIDAY SHOPPING IDEAS

4. *NEW* WED 11/29, PAISANO’S BURKE FUNDRAISER

5. DON’T MISS OUT ON TEAM UPDATES

6. SCHOOL NAME CHANGE AND HOW IT AFFECTS US

7. FUNDRAISING CONTINUES

8. LOOKING AHEAD: AT-A-GLANCE

9. ALL THE REGULAR STUFF

ACTION ITEMS FOR THIS WEEK
Have a wonderful Thanksgiving holiday!


1. *NEW* NO WINTER CONDITIONING WED – FRI (11/22 – 11/24): Due to the Thanksgiving holiday and schools being closed, there will be no winter conditioning Wed – Fri (11/22 – 11/24). Get some movement in to keep yourselves loose and ready to get back to it on Monday!

Here is the general schedule for winter conditioning. Participation is highly encouraged for all athletes.Before you can participate, all athletes must: (1) 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]) and (2) be registered with the Woodson Athletic System.

2. REGISTER FOR THE SEASON: Commit to rowing this spring! Click here to get started. Still have questions? Reach out to our membership team at [email protected].¶


3. *NEW* HOLIDAY SHOPPING IDEAS: If you didn’t finish your holiday shopping at the Woodson Craft Show, there are lots of ways to get your shopping done and benefit the team at the same time!

  • Woodson Spirit Wear. Grandparents can show their support from afar while athletes can participate in passive recruiting just by wearing their favorite sweatshirt! A portion of the proceeds does benefit the team.
  • Oakley eyewear and MORE. Black Friday/Cyber Monday sale (runs thru Nov 27). Woodson has partnered with TCA Team to bring you preferred pricing on sunglasses or other sports equipment. To get the discount:
    • 1) Visit the TCA Store at tcateamstore.com
    • 2) Add items to your cart
    • 3) At checkout enter WOODSON or BFCM23 in the discount code box and the discount will be applied to the price.
      Check out tcateamstore.com today!
  • USRowing Black Friday Sale. These purchases do not benefit our team directly, but each purchase at the USRowing Marketplace directly supports the US National Team, adaptive and STEM to Stern community programs, and USRowing educational programming.
  • Don’t forget about our new croc charms this year! Cost is $6 for 1 charm and $10 for 2 charms. Contact Ana at [email protected] or on Slack to arrange payment and delivery.

4. *NEW* WED 11/29, PAISANO’S BURKE FUNDRAISER

When the Thanksgiving rush is over, you’re out of left overs AND you still don’t feel like cooking … eat at Paisano’s in Burke all day (Dine in and Carry out ONLY) on Wednesday, 11/29 (11a – 10p). Make sure to mention the Woodson Crew Boosters (or WTW Crew Boosters) to benefit our team with your purchase. 20% of sales will be donated back to the team. RSVP isn’t required, but it does let the restaurant get a better idea of the potential turnout!

5. DON’T MISS OUT ON TEAM UPDATES: Join our Slack communities to stay up-to-date on all the comings and goings of the team. 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 winter conditioning. 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.


6. SCHOOL NAME CHANGE AND HOW IT AFFECTS US: You might have noticed some branding changes (or not!) on social media and a transition from “W.T. Woodson Crew” to “Woodson Rowing.” Why the switch? Well – the answer is two-fold. With the recent school board vote to change the school name from W.T. Woodson High School to Carter G. Woodson High School, as a team we must represent the school effectively by removing the W.T. from our brand.

As for the switch from “Crew” to “Rowing” – read this article in the Washington Post for a quote from Head Coach Bryan Tylander on this pet peeve. (tldr; a crew is a group of people who row, rowing is the actual sport and what our athletes “do”).

You’ll likely see a slow roll of changes in this rebranding effort. Please be patient with us as we work through rebranding over the course of this year!! 

How can you help? By referring to our team as “Woodson Rowing” you’re giving potential recruits and their families a much more descriptive picture of this sport. Is it semantics? Perhaps – but anything that exposes more folks to the joys (and pains – wait until the hand blisters start), the better. Also, don’t throw out your W.T. Woodson Spirit Wear! Continue to wear it until other options are available. Everything in the team store is compliant with the school’s name change. Plus, maybe the old stuff will be worth some money some day. 😏 


7. FUNDRAISING CONTINUES: Although our major fundraising efforts have passed, fundraising never really ends. We didn’t quite meet our goals through Tag Day efforts – so now what? Well, 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 our fundraising team at [email protected] with any questions, to arrange sponsorships or set up employer matching!


8. LOOKING AHEAD: AT-A-GLANCE

NOVEMBER:

  • Registration available.
  • Wed. 11/29: Paisano’s in Burke restaurant fundraiser. 11a-10p.

DECEMBER:

  • Wed. 12/13: Kokee Team restaurant fundraiser
  • Fri. 12/15: Deadline for early bird registration discount
  • 12/18-12/29: Winter break
  • 12/18 – 12/22: Optional winter conditioning. Tentative. More info to follow.

JANUARY 2024

  • Thu. 1/18: Noodles & Co. restaurant fundraiser

FEBRUARY

  • Fri. 2/16: Last day of winter conditioning
  • Mon. 2/19: Deadline for returning athlete refunds
  • Mon. 2/19: Practice begins. Baseline erg testing at school. Time TBD.
  • Tue. 2/20: On-the-water practice begins. Pull for Woodson!
    (Mon-Fri: 4-6:30p; Sat: 8:30-10:30a)
  • Thu. 2/22: Mamma Lucia restaurant fundraiser

MARCH

  • Thu. 3/7: Deadline for novice athlete refunds
  • Racing season begins! 2024 Racing Schedule.
  • Sat. 3/16: Polar Bear Regatta, Sandy Run
  • Sat. 3/23: Regional Park Regatta, Sandy Run
  • 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
  • Sat. 4/27: Al Urquia Regatta, Sandy Run

MAY

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

9. ALL THE REGULAR STUFF

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November 16, 2023 Email Update

With the 2nd Tag Day behind us, we begin looking forward to the start of winter conditioning and getting everyone registered for the spring season!

1. WINTER CONDITIONING BEGINS TODAY!!!
2. TAG DAY THANK YOU
3. SLACK – WHAT IS IT AND WHY DO I NEED IT?
4. DO WE ROW OR DO WE DO CREW?
5. HOLIDAY SHOPPING?
6. FUNDRAISING NEVER ENDS
7. LOOKING AHEAD: AT-A-GLANCE
8. ALL THE REGULAR STUFF

ACTION ITEMS FOR THIS WEEK
REGISTER FOR THE SEASON!
Click here to get started.
Still have questions?
Reach out to our membership team at [email protected].


1. WINTER CONDITIONING BEGINS TODAY!!!
IF PHYSICALS OR REGISTRATIONS ARE NOT COMPLETE, YOU CANNOT PARTICIPATE IN WINTER CONDITIONING. Everyone that was missing either of those was sent an email earlier this week. If you have questions re: your eligibility, contact our membership team at [email protected].

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!

REMEMBER, 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.


2. TAG DAY THANK YOU

Huge thank you to all the athletes and parents who showed up for Tag Day on November 11. We raised $5,000 more toward our goal of $20,000. Congratulations to the top earning teams from the morning and afternoon session!

3. SLACK – WHAT IS IT AND WHY DO I NEED IT?
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 winter conditioning. 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.


4. WE ARE A CREW WHO ROWS
You might have noticed some branding changes (or not!) on social media and a transition from “W.T. Woodson Crew” to “Woodson Rowing.” Why the switch? Well – the answer is two-fold. With the recent school board vote to change the school name from W.T. Woodson High School to Carter G. Woodson High School, as a team we must represent the school effectively by removing the W.T. from our brand.

As for the switch from “Crew” to “Rowing” – read this article in the Washington Post for a quote from Head Coach Bryan Tylander on this pet peeve. (tldr; a crew is a group of people who rows, rowing is the actual sport and what our athletes “do”).

You’ll likely see a slow roll of changes in this rebranding effort. Please be patient with us as we work through rebranding over the course of this year!!

How can you help? By referring to our team as “Woodson Rowing” you’re giving potential recruits and their families a much more descriptive picture of this sport. Is it semantics? Perhaps – but anything that exposes more folks to the joys (and pains – wait until the hand blisters start), the better. Also, don’t throw out your W.T. Woodson Spirit Wear! Continue to wear it until other options are available. Everything in the team store is compliant with the school’s name change. Plus, maybe the old stuff will be worth some money some day. 😏 


5. HOLIDAY SHOPPING?
If you didn’t finish your holiday shopping at the Woodson Craft Show, don’t forget that Woodson Spirit Wear is the perfect holiday gift. Grandparents can show their support from afar while athletes can participate in passive recruiting just by wearing their favorite sweatshirt! Visit our team store to buy your Woodson gear – a portion of the proceeds does benefit the team.

Don’t forget about our new croc charms this year! Great stocking stuffers. 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. FUNDRAISING NEVER ENDS
Although our major fundraising efforts have passed, fundraising never really ends. We didn’t quite meet our goals through Tag Day efforts – so now what? Well, 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, the 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 our fundraising team at [email protected] with any questions, to arrange sponsorships or set up employer matching!


7. LOOKING AHEAD: AT-A-GLANCE

NOVEMBER:

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

DECEMBER:

  • Wed. 12/13: Kokee Team restaurant fundraiser
  • Fri. 12/15: Deadline for early bird registration discount
  • 12/18-12/29: Winter break
  • 12/18 – 12/22: Optional winter conditioning. Tentative. More info to follow.

JANUARY 2024

  • Thu. 1/18: Noodles & Co. restaurant fundraiser.

FEBRUARY

  • Fri. 2/16: Last day of winter conditioning
  • Mon. 2/19: Deadline for returning athlete refunds
  • Mon. 2/19: Practice begins. 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)
  • Thu. 2/22: Mamma Lucia restaurant fundraiser.

MARCH

  • Thu. 3/7: Deadline for novice athlete refunds
  • Racing season begins! 2024 Racing Schedule.
  • Sat. 3/16: Polar Bear Regatta, Sandy Run
  • Sat. 3/23: Regional Park Regatta, Sandy Run
  • 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
  • Sat. 4/27: Al Urquia Regatta, Sandy Run

MAY

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

8. ALL THE REGULAR STUFF

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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?

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November 7, 2023 – Tag Day Part Deux

SPECIAL EDITION NEWSLETTER ON OUR UPCOMING TAG DAY!

Our second Tag Day is this weekend. Here’s the 411 on the team’s BIGGEST and MOST LUCRATIVE fundraiser of the year. We raised a little less than half of our goal at the first Tag Day. To meet our goal we need as many PARENTS and 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 was Saturday, October 7. The second day is THIS 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 afternoon 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

TimeEvent
8:45 AMArrive. Please park at the FRONT of Woodson (Door 1).
Meet up in Woodson Cafeteria A.
8:45 – 9:00 AMPaperwork drop-off/signing, Safety Briefing, Morning Route Map Distribution, Vehicle assignments
9:00 – 12:00 PMPerform Morning Routes
12:00 – 12:30 PMReturn to Cafeteria A for a break and LUNCH
12:30 – 12:45 PMAfternoon Route Map Distribution if needed
12:30 – 3:00 PMPerform Afternoon Routes
3:00 – 3:30 PMReturn, tally results and update leaderboards!

6. WHAT DO I NEED TO BRING?¶

ATHLETES

  • MUST BRING this form signed by your parents (unless you provided this form at the first Tag Day).
  • A refillable water bottle. Stay hydrated and then you’ll have water at lunch.
  • A positive attitude!
  • Woodson 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. (this form only needs to be filled out once per season, so if you filled one out for the last Tag Day, you’re good to go).
  • 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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November 2, 2023 Email Update

Thank you to  all who helped at our Erg Shed and Boathouse Workdays! While not the most glamorous work, these maintenance days are critical to keeping our equipment in tip-top shape as we head into winter conditioning and the spring season ahead!

1. THE 30TH ANNUAL WOODSON CRAFT SHOW NEEDS YOU
2. 2023-24 REGISTRATION HAS OPENED
3. WINTER CONDITIONING BEGINS THU. NOV 16
4. FUNDRAISING
A. WENDY’S RESTAURANT DAY, ALL DAY TUE, NOV. 7
B. THE NEXT TAG DAY IS SAT. NOV 11
C. 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
ALL THINGS CRAFT SHOW!

1. THE 30TH ANNUAL WOODSON CRAFT SHOW NEEDS YOU

As you know, we urgently need volunteers to make this event a success. Please visit the Sign Up Genius to sign up for ANYTHING and EVERYTHING you can do to help make this CRITICAL fund-raising event go smoothly.  We have 102 vendors who will be participating. Just to give you a comparison, we only had 80 or so vendors last year. Word has spread. Help us leave a good impression on these vendors so that they come back for many years to come!

HIGHLIGHTS:  We are in particular need of power strips, extension cords, baked goods and SIGN HOLDERS (athlete job on the day-of). Sign up for the Craft Show NOW!. 

Bring your extra extension cords or power strips on Friday, 3 November during set-up between 6pm and 10pm. If you label them with your name and number, we’ll be sure to get them back to you. We are also in need of baked goods – the bake sale component of the Craft Show is a sizable chunk of the proceeds.

SOCIAL MEDIA REQUEST: Please use your social networking skills to tell people about the Woodson Craft Show. Get a minimum of 5 family members or friends to commit to attending on Saturday, 4 November from 10am to 4pm.  Then ask each of them to tell 5 of their friends!

  • 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.

2. 2023-24 REGISTRATION HAS OPENED

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 [email protected].¶

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, [email protected]). 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. FUNDRAISING

A. WENDY’S RESTAURANT DAY, ALL DAY TUE, NOV. 7: We will be having a restaurant fundraiser at the Wendy’s in Fair City Mall ALL DAY LONG on Thu, Mar 2nd. 20% of sales that day will be donated to the team. Please make sure to mention Woodson Crew when you order!

B. THE 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/

C. 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!

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 [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

NOVEMBER:

  • Registration available.
  • 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.
  • 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?

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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?

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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?

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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?

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].

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