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November 7, 2024 Newsletter

Let’s get ready to support the 31st Annual Woodson Craft Show!

1. CRAFT SHOW THIS WEEKEND, 11/9
A. CRITICAL NEED FOR VOLUNTEERS!!
B. BOREDOM RELIEF PROGRAM
C. VENDOR PREVIEW PAGE

2. VASRA WORKDAY

3. SAVE THE DATE – TENTATIVE 3rd TAG DAY

4. WINTER CONDITIONING

5. CALENDAR AT-A-GLANCE

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1. CRAFT SHOW THIS WEEKEND, 11/9
Read below to find out all you need to know – or check out the Craft Show Special newsletter on our website at: https://woodsonrowing.org/november-5-2024-craft-show-special/

A. CRITICAL NEED FOR VOLUNTEERS!!

    There are tons of unassigned spots that MUST be filled. There are currently 105 vendors scheduled and thousands of shoppers expected, so we need lots of help to make this very popular regional show (that is also an important fundraiser for our team) a success. Scroll through the Craft Show Sign Up Genius to fill our most critical needs:

    • Heavy Duty EXTENSION CORDS and POWER STRIPS
    • BAKED GOODS
    • SIGN HOLDERS during the show. (Only 2 hour shifts – not for the entire day)
    • VENDOR ASSISTANCE. ​​This early, long shift grants double service credits. And is, arguably, the most important work helping the vendors get set up for the day. This assistance is one of the many reasons that vendors LOVE our show. Please help us keep up the good impression!
    • TAKE DOWN ASSISTANCE. Starts at 4:00PM until done. Many hands make light work here.

    B. BOREDOM RELIEF PROGRAM
    Ms. Virginia North America, Taylor Ragano, will have a table set up to support her Boredom Relief Program. She will be collecting items (books, coloring books, games and other forms of entertainment) and raising funds and awareness for mental health patients in psychiatric hospitals and residential programs. Visit her website to learn more about how you can help. Get into the holiday spirit of giving AND maybe get your photo taken with a bonafide beauty queen!

      C. VENDOR PREVIEW PAGE
      New this year, we have a Vendor Preview Page on our website. Check out all of our amazing vendors, follow them on social media, and get ready to shop!2. VASRA WORKDAY

        VASRA is hard at work getting Sandy Run ready for the on-the-water training and racing season. There are two dates available that would earn you a VASRA volunteering credit: Sat, Nov 9 and Sat, Nov 16. We do ask that the craft fair on 11/9 be your priority, but if there are multiple volunteers in your family, you can certainly divide and conquer! All parents and athletes are welcome. Athletes can receive volunteer hours for their work. Click the link for more info and to sign up: VASRA Workday

        3. SAVE THE DATE – TENTATIVE 3rd TAG DAY
        Based on the amounts collected over the last 2 Tag Days, plans are being made to schedule a 3rd Tag Day to try and meet our fundraising goals for the season. Stay tuned for more information, but please Save the Date for Saturday, December 7. More information to follow. Questions? Reach out to Tag Day Coordinator Patrick Obruba via Slack.

        4. WINTER CONDITIONING
        The team will begin winter Conditioning on Monday, December 2. 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:

        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:

        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:

        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

        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].

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        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!

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