<DIV class=MsoNormal style="MARGIN: 0in 0in 0pt"><SPAN style="FONT-SIZE: 10pt; FONT-FAMILY: Arial">WOW!<SPAN style="mso-spacerun: yes"> </SPAN>The 2006 Wealth Enhancement Group J22 North American Championship is only two weeks away.<SPAN style="mso-spacerun: yes"> </SPAN>Time has gone by at light speed, but many plans have gone from theory to reality.<SPAN style="mso-spacerun: yes"> </SPAN>It’s going to be an epic event.<SPAN style="mso-spacerun: yes"> </SPAN>To date, there 65 pre-registered competitors!<SPAN style="mso-spacerun: yes"> </SPAN>If you’re on the fence about coming to this event, time to hop off, go find your trailer and figure out the fastest way the <?xml:namespace prefix = st1 ns = "urn:schemas-microsoft-com:office:smarttags" /><st1:place w:st="on"><st1:PlaceType w:st="on">Lake</st1:PlaceType> <st1:PlaceName w:st="on">Minnetonka</st1:PlaceName></st1:place>!<SPAN style="mso-spacerun: yes"> </SPAN><?xml:namespace prefix = o
ns = "urn:schemas-microsoft-com:office:office" /><o:p></o:p></SPAN></DIV> <DIV class=MsoNormal style="MARGIN: 0in 0in 0pt"><SPAN style="FONT-SIZE: 10pt; FONT-FAMILY: Arial"><o:p> </o:p></SPAN></DIV> <DIV class=MsoNormal style="MARGIN: 0in 0in 0pt"><SPAN style="FONT-SIZE: 10pt; FONT-FAMILY: Arial">Here are some additional reminders and updates: <o:p></o:p></SPAN></DIV> <DIV class=MsoNormal style="MARGIN: 0in 0in 0pt"><SPAN style="FONT-SIZE: 10pt; FONT-FAMILY: Arial"><o:p> </o:p></SPAN></DIV> <DIV class=MsoNormal style="MARGIN: 0in 0in 0pt"><B style="mso-bidi-font-weight: normal"><U><SPAN style="FONT-SIZE: 10pt; FONT-FAMILY: Arial">***Safety equipment***<o:p></o:p></SPAN></U></B></DIV> <DIV class=MsoNormal style="MARGIN: 0in 0in 0pt"><B style="mso-bidi-font-weight: normal"><U><SPAN style="FONT-SIZE: 10pt; FONT-FAMILY: Arial"><o:p><SPAN style="TEXT-DECORATION: none"></SPAN></o:p></SPAN></U></B></DIV> <DIV class=MsoNormal style="MARGIN: 0in 0in 0pt"><SPAN
style="FONT-SIZE: 10pt; FONT-FAMILY: Arial">Please note that Minnesota state law requires a US Coast Guard approved type IV throwable device in all boats over 16 feet.<SPAN style="mso-spacerun: yes"> </SPAN>Per sections 6.4 and 6.10 of the class rules, this means a throwable device <B style="mso-bidi-font-weight: normal"><I style="mso-bidi-font-style: normal">will be required safety equipment </I></B>and <B style="mso-bidi-font-weight: normal">WILL </B>be part of the safety inspection.<SPAN style="mso-spacerun: yes"> </SPAN>Fenders or an extra PFD do <B style="mso-bidi-font-weight: normal">NOT </B>count.<SPAN style="mso-spacerun: yes"> </SPAN>For your convenience, West Marine will have a limited number on hand for purchase.<SPAN style="mso-spacerun: yes"> </SPAN>Save yourself the trouble and toss one in the boat along with all the other junk.<SPAN style="mso-spacerun: yes"> </SPAN><SPAN style="mso-spacerun:
yes"> </SPAN><o:p></o:p></SPAN></DIV> <DIV class=MsoNormal style="MARGIN: 0in 0in 0pt"><SPAN style="FONT-SIZE: 10pt; FONT-FAMILY: Arial"><o:p> </o:p></SPAN></DIV> <DIV class=MsoNormal style="MARGIN: 0in 0in 0pt"><B style="mso-bidi-font-weight: normal"><U><SPAN style="FONT-SIZE: 10pt; FONT-FAMILY: Arial">Apparel:<o:p></o:p></SPAN></U></B></DIV> <DIV class=MsoNormal style="MARGIN: 0in 0in 0pt"><SPAN style="FONT-SIZE: 10pt; FONT-FAMILY: Arial">Helly Hansen is our official regatta apparel sponsor and they have some seriously cool gear!<SPAN style="mso-spacerun: yes"> </SPAN>They will be on site at Wayzata Yacht Club to help you stay dry and warm.<SPAN style="mso-spacerun: yes"> </SPAN>“Team wear” is no stranger to sailing.<SPAN style="mso-spacerun: yes"> </SPAN>AC teams, Farr 40s and Melges 24 teams are decked out in their matching gear.<SPAN style="mso-spacerun: yes"> </SPAN>Helly Hansen will assist you in outfitting your team
and you’ll look totally PRO!<SPAN style="mso-spacerun: yes"> </SPAN>To have gear ready in time for the event, you’ll need to place your order by September 1<SUP>st</SUP>.<SPAN style="mso-spacerun: yes"> </SPAN>Visit <A href="http://www.hellyhansenusa.com/">www.hellyhansenusa.com</A> to scope out the gear and place an order.<o:p></o:p></SPAN></DIV> <DIV class=MsoNormal style="MARGIN: 0in 0in 0pt"><SPAN style="FONT-SIZE: 10pt; FONT-FAMILY: Arial"><o:p> </o:p></SPAN></DIV> <DIV class=MsoNormal style="MARGIN: 0in 0in 0pt"><B style="mso-bidi-font-weight: normal"><U><SPAN style="FONT-SIZE: 10pt; FONT-FAMILY: Arial">Sunday Racing:<o:p></o:p></SPAN></U></B></DIV> <DIV class=MsoNormal style="MARGIN: 0in 0in 0pt"><SPAN style="FONT-SIZE: 10pt; FONT-FAMILY: Arial">To get a flavor of the NA’s sailing area and to soak in some local knowledge, please join us for a 2:00pm club race on Sunday September 9th.<SPAN style="mso-spacerun: yes"> </SPAN>Please factor in a
30 minute sail out to the course.<o:p></o:p></SPAN></DIV> <DIV class=MsoNormal style="MARGIN: 0in 0in 0pt"><SPAN style="FONT-SIZE: 10pt; FONT-FAMILY: Arial"><o:p> </o:p></SPAN></DIV> <DIV class=MsoNormal style="MARGIN: 0in 0in 0pt"><B style="mso-bidi-font-weight: normal"><U><SPAN style="FONT-SIZE: 10pt; FONT-FAMILY: Arial">Social:<o:p></o:p></SPAN></U></B></DIV> <DIV class=MsoNormal style="MARGIN: 0in 0in 0pt"><SPAN style="FONT-SIZE: 10pt; FONT-FAMILY: Arial">Judging by what the social committee has planned, you might want to pack an extra liver for the morning after. <SPAN style="mso-spacerun: yes"> </SPAN>Pig roasts, bands, a meal on china and the E Scow Rum Bar…. WHOA!<SPAN style="mso-spacerun: yes"> </SPAN>If the wind is half as good as the parties, this <B style="mso-bidi-font-weight: normal">WILL</B> be an epic event!<SPAN style="mso-spacerun: yes"> </SPAN>Your registration fee will cover a team of three for all social events. <SPAN
style="mso-spacerun: yes"> </SPAN>I<U>f you are sailing with a team of four, or bringing spouses / guests, please reply to this email and let us know.</U><SPAN style="mso-spacerun: yes"> </SPAN>There is a $50 social fee for each extra person that covers all evening events. Trust me…its well worth it!<o:p></o:p></SPAN></DIV> <DIV class=MsoNormal style="MARGIN: 0in 0in 0pt"><U><SPAN style="FONT-SIZE: 10pt; FONT-FAMILY: Arial"><o:p><SPAN style="TEXT-DECORATION: none"> </SPAN></o:p></SPAN></U></DIV> <DIV class=MsoNormal style="MARGIN: 0in 0in 0pt"><B style="mso-bidi-font-weight: normal"><U><SPAN style="FONT-SIZE: 10pt; FONT-FAMILY: Arial">Housing:<o:p></o:p></SPAN></U></B></DIV> <DIV class=MsoNormal style="MARGIN: 0in 0in 0pt"><SPAN style="FONT-SIZE: 10pt; FONT-FAMILY: Arial">Currently, 17 teams have signed up for housing and are taken care of.<SPAN style="mso-spacerun: yes"> </SPAN>Yeah, that’s FREE digs!<SPAN style="mso-spacerun: yes">
</SPAN>If you want/need housing, contact <A href="mailto:judywoellner@hotmail.com">judywoellner@hotmail.com</A> asap.<SPAN style="mso-spacerun: yes"> </SPAN><o:p></o:p></SPAN></DIV> <DIV class=MsoNormal style="MARGIN: 0in 0in 0pt"><SPAN style="FONT-SIZE: 10pt; FONT-FAMILY: Arial"><o:p> </o:p></SPAN></DIV> <DIV class=MsoNormal style="MARGIN: 0in 0in 0pt"><B style="mso-bidi-font-weight: normal"><U><SPAN style="FONT-SIZE: 10pt; FONT-FAMILY: Arial">Your Arrival:<o:p></o:p></SPAN></U></B></DIV> <DIV class=MsoNormal style="MARGIN: 0in 0in 0pt"><SPAN style="FONT-SIZE: 10pt; FONT-FAMILY: Arial">On Monday & Tuesday, try and avoid rolling into town between the hours of 7:30-9am and 4pm-5:30.<SPAN style="mso-spacerun: yes"> </SPAN>For a mid-sized town, we can have hideous traffic. When you do arrive at Wayzata Yacht Club, our eager and friendly “staff” that will direct you through parking, registration, splashing your boat and mooring.<SPAN
style="mso-spacerun: yes"> </SPAN>Please leave the zebra mussels in your own lake<U>.<SPAN style="mso-spacerun: yes"> </SPAN>If you’re planning on showing up a week early (like Lars Hansen’s team), please reply to this email and let us know so we can assist with your arrival.</U><SPAN style="mso-spacerun: yes"> </SPAN>Maps are provided on the NA’s website.<o:p></o:p></SPAN></DIV> <DIV class=MsoNormal style="MARGIN: 0in 0in 0pt"><SPAN style="FONT-SIZE: 10pt; FONT-FAMILY: Arial"><o:p> </o:p></SPAN></DIV> <DIV class=MsoNormal style="MARGIN: 0in 0in 0pt"><B style="mso-bidi-font-weight: normal"><U><SPAN style="FONT-SIZE: 10pt; FONT-FAMILY: Arial">Chandlery:<o:p></o:p></SPAN></U></B></DIV> <DIV class=MsoNormal style="MARGIN: 0in 0in 0pt"><SPAN style="FONT-SIZE: 10pt; FONT-FAMILY: Arial">Don’t forget VC Performance Rigging’s fully staffed and stocked trailer WILL NOT be on-site at the regatta due to a prior regatta commitment. David Van Cleef will be
on-site beginning September 9th, providing any pre-race support required along with emergency repairs through out the event. Order early by visiting their web site <A href="http://www.vcperformancerigging.com/" target=_blank>VC Performance Rigging</A> or calling 410-295-7515 to let them handle all your pre-race rigging. Place your orders no later than September 5th to ensure you receive it in time.<SPAN style="mso-spacerun: yes"> </SPAN>West Marine and Hooper’s Yachts are nearby as well.<o:p></o:p></SPAN></DIV> <DIV class=MsoNormal style="MARGIN: 0in 0in 0pt"><SPAN style="FONT-SIZE: 10pt; FONT-FAMILY: Arial"><o:p> </o:p></SPAN></DIV> <DIV class=MsoNormal style="MARGIN: 0in 0in 0pt"><SPAN style="FONT-SIZE: 10pt; FONT-FAMILY: Arial">That’s it in a nutshell!<SPAN style="mso-spacerun: yes"> </SPAN><U>If you have any questions, please reply to this email with them and we’ll do our best to come up with a solid answer.</U><SPAN style="mso-spacerun: yes">
</SPAN>We are all stoked to have you all come enjoy our lake, fall colors and hospitality.<SPAN style="mso-spacerun: yes"> </SPAN>Please drive safe and remember…. IT’s NOT THAT FAR!</SPAN></DIV> <DIV class=MsoNormal style="MARGIN: 0in 0in 0pt"><SPAN style="FONT-SIZE: 10pt; FONT-FAMILY: Arial"></SPAN> </DIV> <DIV class=MsoNormal style="MARGIN: 0in 0in 0pt"><SPAN style="FONT-SIZE: 10pt; FONT-FAMILY: Arial">Your Organizing Committee</SPAN></DIV> <DIV class=MsoNormal style="MARGIN: 0in 0in 0pt"><SPAN style="FONT-SIZE: 10pt; FONT-FAMILY: Arial"></SPAN> </DIV><p> 
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