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2019 Region 6 Dragonflight 95 June Gloom Regatta

Events, News, Sail

Brought to you by: The San Diego Argonauts AMYA club #8

When: June 22-23
Where: Mission Bay Model Yacht Pond, San Diego CA
Notice of Race (NOR): We would like to humbly invite you to participate in the 2019 “Dragonflight 95 June Gloom”Regatta
Schedule:
6/22/2019: Saturday
08:30—–Check-in,signstatementofgoodfaith. Weightcheck
10:00 —– Skipper’s Meeting
10:30 —– Warning Signal
11:00 —– Race
1300 —– Lunch (sandwich)
1700 —– PRO’S discretion to continue (wind conditions factor)
6/23/2019: Sunday
0900 —– Open Practice
0950 —– Warning Signal
1000 —– Race
1230 —– Lunch (sandwich)
1500 —– PRO’S discretion to continue (wind conditions factor)
1530 —– Awards Ceremony
Race Chairman: David Woodward
PRO: TBA
Protest Committee: TBA
Official Measurer: David Woodward
Scoring & Timekeeping: TBA
Administration: The San Diego Argonauts
Rules: This regatta is governed by the RRS 2017-2020, HMS 2016, DF95 class rules
Eligibility: This regatta is open to all DF95 class boats.
Registration & Event Measurement: Skippers will be asked to sign a statement of good faith on the morning of check in, Saturday morning. Measurements will be conducted at the desecration of the race committee (If something looks ridiculously out of the spirt of the DF95 class rules, it will be measured. The skipper may be disqualified from participating in the event)
Weight check: battery
Scoring & Racing System: The scoring will be carried out in accordance with the HMS 2016, Promotion / Relegation Six (6). The number of boats promoted/ relegated may be adjusted by the PRO at the skippers meeting.Racing Format: Utilizing the HMS fleet management system for scoring.

Pre-Registration & Fees: In order to assure possible radio conflict, number conflict and food ordering, please register early for this event. Entry fees can be either made by Pay-Pal or mail entry to:
David Woodward 404 Silverado Imperial CA, 92251
Entry fee is only USD $65 per boat. This includes your lunches and beverages for 2 days. Fees are payable by PayPal or by check to The San Diego Argonauts (cash on day of race for the late folks, which will be USD $70)https://form.jotform.com/90277210872961

Frequencies: Note your frequency to the race committee at sign up if using something other than 2.4 GHz radio. This way we can ensure there are no conflicts with other skippers.
Awards: Prizes will be awarded to the first 5 positions and Corinthian Sailor. Other prizes may be given out at the discretion of the race committee (this is dependent on the number of skippers attending)

Liability: All those entering or taking part in this regatta do so at their own risk and responsibility. The San Diego Argonauts & any other parties involved in the organization of this event, disclaim any and all responsibility whatsoever for the loss, damage, injury or inconvenience that may occur to persons and or goods, both ashore and on the water, as a consequence of entering or participating in the event covered by this NOR.

Notice of Race (NOR)

At all times, the responsibility for the safety of their boat & themselves, including the decision to participate or continue shall rest with the competitors. By entering this event, it is deemed that you accept these conditions. Competitors are advised to ensure that they have adequate insurance that provides coverage for public liability and their possible injury in the Country and County of this event.

Entry Deadline: 6/21/2019 late entries may be accepted on site at the discretion of the Race Chairman. Late entries will be $70 and cash only. There are no refunds for entries after 6/22/2019.
Conduct: Poor unsportsmanlike behavior can reflect negatively on the sport, all competitors are advised that their actions will be under scrutiny by race officials. In the event race officials witness any behavior which they deem to be a breach of good manners or sportsmanship, or which may bring the sport into disrepute, the Principal Race Officer assisted by the race officials will protest the party or parties in accordance with RRS 2 or 69.1.

The PRO, all race officials & observers have been directed to record any incidents which will be dealt with to the full extent available to the Protest Committee. Penalties available to the Protest Committee include exclusion from the race in question subsequent races or exclusion from the regatta.

Name:______________________________ Address:_____________________________

______________________________ Phone: _______________________________

Email:________________________________ AMYA#:______________________________ Sail#:________
Hull design: Dragonflight 95

By signing this entry form, I agree to all the terms & conditions set forth in the NOR. Signature:___________________________________
Date:_____________________
Mail this entry form along with check to:

PayPal registration link  https://form.jotform.com/90277210872961

——————————————————————————————————————————-Statement of Good Faith

I hereby declare that this DF95 Hull & Rig (sail #_______), complies with all the rules of the DF95 class measurement regulations that are current for the dates of this event.

Owner:______________________________

Signature:___________________________ Date:___________————————————————————————————————————————-

Argonauts / WWCC Booth at North County mini Maker Faire

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Argonauts & Western Warship Combat Club will have a combined booth promoting model boating. Come volunteer at or visit the booth and show off RC model boating.

All attendees are interested in making things…let’s show ’em little boats!

Plus, you can’t beat the amazing location of the Antique Gas & Steam Museum.

More info: on North county mini Maker Faire: https://northcounty.makerfaire.com/

Argonauts Facebook Event: https://www.facebook.com/events/285939349020236/

2018 Model Boat Parade of Lights

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Check out the San Diego Argonauts’ lighted remote controlled model boats! We’ll launch the Christmas season with our tiny Model Boat Parade of Lights at the San Diego Model Boat Pond.

Public is welcome. Bring a chair. Enjoy the little lights!

Model Boaters:  If you have a scale model boat, start working on your lights. Be sure to bring a warm sweater, a hot beverage, and a great camera. This is going to be another beautiful event!

  • Date: Saturday, December 15, 2018
  • Time: 5:00pm – 7:00pm
  • Location: San Diego Model Yacht Pond
  • More info on Facebook

In case you’re new to the mini Parade of Lights, here’s a video from January 2015:

And David Manley’s video from 2016:

Ideas for easy RC model boat lights.

2018 RC Scale Boat Events

Events, Scale

Dust off your boats and start prepping for these upcoming, awesome RC scale boating events!

We’ve created a series of themed events.  Bring your themed RC scale boats, and let’s have some fun!  For more information see our Facebook page or contact Jeff Sparksworthy jsparksworthy@gmail.com.

  • May 19 – “Tug-O-War”
    • Bring your tugs. We’ll measure their pulling power against a scale and have tugs pull each other across sight lines. We will also have a weighted barge pull.
    • 9:00am-noon
  • June 16-17 – “Mini Maker Faire”
    • Argonauts will exhibit at the Antique Gas and Steam Museum in Vista, CA.
    • All day Saturday and Sunday at one of the coolest museums you’ll ever visit!
    • Facebook link to event
  • June 23 – “Fun Run”
    • This would replace our Regatta with an unjudged navigation course.
    • Vote for best of show.
    • 9:00am-3:00pm with the Sailing Division invited to sail the islands starting at noon
    • Bring your own lunch.
    • Silent auction.
  • July 21 – “A Gray Day”
    • Bring your battleships, submarines (even though they’re black), flat tops, cruisers, mine sweepers, tin cans, landing craft, and cargo ships for a set of scale runs like a point to point speed burst races for destroyers, a convoy, and a “round the pond” task force cruise.  No sneak attacks allowed!
    • 9:00am-noon
  • August – Off the Pond
  • Sept. 8 – “Steamer Day”
    • Steamer Day and Boats, Kits, & Parts Swap.
    • 9:00am-noon
  • Oct. 27 – “Yacht Days and Pleasure Boats”
    • Chris Craft, Minnows, Orcas, etc.
    • 9:00am-noon
  • Nov. 17 – “Working Boats”
    • Fishing boats, fire boats, tugs, ferries, garbage scows, floating cranes, dry docks, etc.
    • 9:00am-noon
  • December 8-9 – “Pearl Harbor Remembrance Model Boat Run / Fleet Gathering”
    • A run of 1:96 scale ships & boats at Santee Lakes.  Argonauts with 1/96 scale ships are invited to run with the Task Force 96 group.
    • December  8, 2018 — 9:00am – 4:00pm
    • December  9, 2018 — 9:00am – 3:00pm
    • More info:  www.dec7modelboatrun.weebly.com
  • December 15 – “2018 Model Boat Parade of Lights”
    • A magical evening run involving tiny boats and lots of little, beautiful lights.
    • 5:00-8:00pm

2017 Model Boat Parade of Lights

Events, Scale

Check out the San Diego Argonauts’ lighted remote controlled model boats! We’ll launch the Christmas season with our tiny Model Boat Parade of Lights at the San Diego Model Boat Pond.

Public is welcome. Bring a chair. Enjoy the little lights!

Model Boaters:  If you have a scale model boat, start working on your lights. Be sure to bring a warm sweater, a hot beverage, and a great camera. This is going to be another beautiful event!

In case you’re new to the mini Parade of Lights, here’s a video from January 2015:

And David Manley’s video from 2016:

Ideas for easy RC model boat lights.

San Diego Argonauts, WWCC & More at Maker Faire San Diego

Events, Photos, Scale, Videos

Event Photos & Videos:

 

Get ready for the combined booth of the San Diego Argonauts, Western Warship Combat Club, San Diego Ship Modeler’s Guild, and NAMBA!

Members, get your RC models ready! Chat with Rob & Mark to learn more.

Makers, come check out these awesome RC boats, combat ships, and awesome hands-on activities!

For More Info on Maker Faire San Diego:
http://sandiego.makerfaire.com/

Clubs Represented at Our Booth:

Instructions for Volunteers:

We’ve been given a fantastic indoor space, right in front of the entrance to the Model Railroad Museum in Balboa Park. We will have access to the space for setting up, starting on Friday at 4:00 PM, and at 8:00 AM on Saturday, 9:00 AM on Sunday. We have parking, secure storage, power and restrooms, with a cafe just up the stairs above us. This will be a high-traffic area during the event, but with a perfectly-controllable, roped-in area along the busy thoroughfare. WE NEED BOATS AND SHIPS TO DISPLAY! You need not commit to the full weekend, or even a full day, but we need as many people and boats/submarines and ships as possible.

See photos below for an unloading map and a look at the space.

2017 Scale Model RC Boat Regatta

Events, Scale

The Scale Boat Division of the San Diego Argonauts invites scale model boaters to our 2017 Scale Model RC Boat Regatta!

It’ll include a navigation course, raffle, and more!  Static modelers are welcome to display their boats. The public is welcome to spectate too!

Bring your own sack lunch, table and chairs.

For more information, check out our event on Facebook or e-mail jsparksworthy@gmail.com.

NAMBA INSURANCE REQUIRED:  Anyone operating a boat or participating in the pit area must have proof of current NAMBA insurance.

Due to recent changes in the City of San Diego risk assessment regulations, we are now required to secure a general liability insurance policy that covers the City in the event anyone running a boat with a motor causes an accident. This requirement is a blanket requirement for any boat with a motor, no matter how slow or small. We have secured the best insurance available for this purpose through NAMBA International, but the insurance is only valid for NAMBA members who are involved in an accident, and we are required to follow NAMBA safety regulations in order for the insurance to be viable.

To comply with NAMBA safety regulations, we will rope off an area for launching, recovering, operating and judging boats entered into the navigation competition, which we will call the Pit Area. Anyone wishing to enter the Pit Area must have proof of current NAMBA membership, either Single Event Insurance (SEI) secured for this event, or a full membership for the year. NAMBA yearly membership ($50.00) may be obtained at www.namba.com, or you can purchase Single Event Insurance for the regatta for $15.00 at the event. We recognize that this poses an unexpected financial burden, but if we expect to continue enjoying this type of event at the San Diego Model Boat Pond, we really have no choice but to comply with the City’s requirements.

By the way, NAMBA insurance is primary insurance, which means it does not require that you first seek coverage for a claim via your own homeowner’s insurance policy. To read all of the benefits of NAMBA insurance, visit http://www.namba.com/content/insurance.asp

If you have any questions about this change, please feel free to chat with Rob Wood, Jeff Sparksworthy, or Mark Weber.

Download our Event Poster PDF

Download our Navigation Map in PDF