So you didn't get an entry into the 43rd Head Of The Charles Regatta. Or maybe you did, but have a hankering to row the world-famous course twice. HOCR's "Directors' Challenge Quadruple Sculls" events are still open and accepting entries for this special charity event for skilled scullers only. Race fees for this event directly contribute to the Regatta's permanent endowment to ensure the longevity of the Head Of The Charles.
Participants need to raise $1,000 ($800 is a tax-deductible donation) to row this prestigious event, entitling these competitors the unique opportunity to row twice in the Head Of The Charles. Unlike all other regular Regatta events--where competitors are restricted to row the course only once--Directors' Challenge athletes may race in any other event AND the quadruple scull event. Entrants can have their boat sponsored by corporations or other organizations.
Also unique to this event: Quad crews can be single or mixed gender?and they can be from multiple rowing clubs--to create a composite boat. Coxswains are optional, so long as the Quad's bow person has proven steering experience. There is an age handicap system for these events, enabling "veteran" rowers to possibly gloat how they beat the "younger" crews. And, for added fun, a prize will be awarded to the most creative rowing attire in the Quad events.
While wearing a costume is not required, looking good might be challenging when you're speeding along with two oars in your hand, curves constantly around the bend, and seven treacherous arches to navigate through. But for experienced scullers, the rigors of steering the legendary 3-mile course in a quad will offer very exciting (and eye-catching) races.
Entries specifically for the "Directors' Challenge Quadruple Sculls" events will be considered by HOCR until Friday, October 12, 2007 at 11:59 PM (EST). Applications must verify rowers are skilled oarsman capable of navigating the curvilinear course. For more Quad entry info and event details go to www.hocr.org/competitors/quad.asp.
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