The 2023 Tag Days have passed. Stay tuned for the 2024 dates.
Tag Days are the largest fund raising activity for the Woodson Rowing Program. Door-to-door fundraising canvasing by student-athletes is spread out over two days in the winter prior to the beginning of on-the-water practice.
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Tag Days depend on favorable weather, good economic conditions and our traditionally friendly Woodson neighborhoods. Tag days are mandatory volunteer requirements for athletes and family members. In addition to the fundraising impact, Tag Days can help create bonds among team members as they prepare to hit the water. Team families are alerted by email and we need plenty of athletes as well as chaperones and drivers to make tag day successful.
We understand and appreciate that many students may have other commitments on Tag Days. If this is the case, contact the Woodson Rowing President EARLY in the school year at [email protected] so we can determine how you can meet your mandatory volunteer requirements.
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.
Rowers are always grouped together, so no one goes alone. Groups of 3 or 4 rowers (with at least 1 returning/seasoned rower) will be paired with 1 parent volunteer driver. Each parent volunteer will drive to their pre-mapped route so that the rowers may canvas their designated area. Parent volunteers are responsible for safely transporting rowers, keeping eyes on them during canvassing for safety, and helping them keep track of the cash and checks they collect.
TYPICAL TIMELINE OF EVENTS
| Time | Event |
| 8:45 AM | Arrive at Woodson. Park at the front of the building please! |
| 8:45 – 9:00 AM | Safety Briefing, Map Distribution, Assignments |
| 9:00 – 11:45 AM | Perform Morning Routes |
| 11:45 AM – 12:15 PM | Return to Cafeteria A for a break and LUNCH |
| 12:15 – 12:30 PM | Additional Material Distribution, if needed |
| 12:30 – 3:30 PM | Perform Afternoon Routes. Return by 3:30 PM at the latest. |
| 3:30 – 4:00 PM | Tally results, clean up and clear out. |
IMPORTANT TAG DAY TIPS AND INFO
- We are one of the few organizations authorized the privilege of Tag Days by Woodson.
- We are publicly representing our team and Woodson – please remind athletes to be respectful and polite during every interaction on Tag Days. Our conduct in neighborhoods is highly visible.
- Please wear weather appropriate clothing and if possible Woodson Rowing Spirit Wear – we may have donated items to borrow.
- Arrive on time to be grouped and receive neighborhood assignment.
- If participating in both shifts, lunch will be provided.
- Freshman/Novice athletes will be paired with experienced team members.
- Drivers will stay within sight of athletes at all times. Drivers will be responsible for the money collected. Safety is of utmost importance!
- After completing the neighborhood, the driver will return the athletes and money to the school.
Required Forms
Student With Parent Driver Form – Required for all athletes.
Driver’s License and Vehicle Insurance Information – Required for all drivers.