Thank you to all of the helpers, shoppers and supporters of our 31st Annual Woodson Craft Show. Extra thanks to Gail Lee for being our fearless leader. Also, congratulations to senior Ellie Fossand on her signing and commitment to row at Rutgers University next year.
1. FUNDRAISING UPDATES
A. MINI TAG DAY DEC 7. SIGN UP NOW.
B. SOCIAL MEDIA FUNDRAISING CAMPAIGN
C. CORPORATE SPONSORSHIP
3. VASRA WORKDAY THIS SATURDAY
4. WINTER CONDITIONING
5. CALENDAR AT-A-GLANCE
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1. FUNDRAISING UPDATES
With most of our biggest fundraisers behind us, the Board is focused on finding ways to cover budget shortfalls before the season begins. While the Craft Show continues to generate expected income, our first two Tag Days fell short of goal. Read on for how you can help us reach our funding goals!
A. MINI TAG DAY DEC 7. SIGN UP NOW.
Please block off this morning to participate and help your team! We will only be doing a morning shift. Staging will take place at the Veigel home so that we can send athlete teams to portions of the Woodson pyramid that we were not able to visit over the previous 2 Tag Days. It is CRUCIAL that we get as many participants (both athlete and parent driver) as possible. Please sign up for the DECEMBER 7 mini Tag Day here: Mini Tag Day Sign Up.
B. SOCIAL MEDIA FUNDRAISING CAMPAIGN
On the same day as our mini tag day (Dec 7), we will be running a social media campaign to collect more donations. Parents and athletes alike will be invited to share our social media posts and email or text friends and family to boost donations. Meanwhile, please think of who you may be able to recruit to donate to help our team. Stay tuned for more info.
C. CORPORATE SPONSORSHIP
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 our fundraising team at [email protected] with any questions, to arrange sponsorships or set up employer matching!
3. VASRA WORKDAY THIS SATURDAY
Big thanks to Khoi Do for signing up for this Saturday’s VASRA work day! Although all of the slots are currently full, feel free to show up and provide extra help getting Sandy Run ready for the on-the-water training and racing season. All parents and athletes are welcome. Athletes can receive volunteer hours for their work. Click the link for more info: VASRA Workday
4. WINTER CONDITIONING
The team will begin Winter Conditioning on Monday, December 2. Coaches are finalizing the schedule and should have it in place by next week. Winter conditioning is when you make the most important investment in your spring racing. If you did not participate in Green Days, please make sure that you have the following completed BEFORE December 2:
– a physical on file with the Woodson Athletic Dept
(hard copies delivered to Rm. C158, soft copies emailed to [email protected])
– Completed the Woodson Athletics Registration
To learn more about why you should participate in winter conditioning, visit our website: https://woodsonrowing.org/winter-conditioning/. Participation is highly encouraged for all athletes to develop the cardiovascular fitness and camaraderie needed to make winning boats!
5. 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/
NOVEMBER:
- Sat, 11/16: VASRA Workday
DECEMBER:
- Mon, 12/2: Winter Conditioning Begins
- Sat, 12/7: 3rd Tag Day
- Wed, 12/18: Taco Bamba restaurant fundraiser
- 12/23-1/3/25: Winter break
- 12/30-01/03: Tentative optional training. Stay tuned for more info.
JANUARY 2025:
- Mon, 01/06: Winter Conditioning resumes
FEBRUARY:
- Wed, 2/5: Chipotle restaurant fundraiser, 4-8p
- Sat, 2/8: Swim test for new recruits, 11a-12p, Audrey Moore Rec
- Sat, 2/15: Swim test for new recruits, 11a-12p, Audrey Moore Rec
- Fri, 2/21: last day of Winter Conditioning
- Tue, 2/25: first day of on-the-water practice!
MARCH:
- Sat, 3/22: Polar Bear Regatta (Varsity Only), Sandy Run
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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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