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[PAST EVENT] 2nd Annual Dinghy Poker Run
June 18, 2011
9am - 3pm
Location
Location not specified
The Colonial Sail and Power Squadron will host Hampton Roads' largest-ever dinghy and kayak event on Saturday June 18, 2011 at Salt Ponds Marina in Hampton, Virginia. All proceeds of "The Poker Run" will benefit the Virginia Institute of Marine Science in Gloucester Point, Virginia.
The run will begin at 9 a.m. for paddle craft, 10 a.m. for dinghies and jet skis, and 11 a.m. for all other motor craft. Participating entries can begin their run from any of the participating marina locations and all entries will finish at Salt Ponds Marina Basin.
Participants can take part either by racing a dinghy or by setting up a table at Salt Ponds to sell items. All entries pay a $20.00 registration fee, which enters one boat or rents one table.
HOW IT WORKS
Participants raise money for their dinghy by collecting sponsorship donations from friends, neighbors, and coworkers at their local dock, marina, boating club or squadron, or elsewhere. All funds collected are donated to VIMS. Dock members without a dinghy or kayak can still provide support by helping their team.
During the event, dinghy crews will visit marinas and designated locations along the Bay waterfront, receiving a playing card at each of seven stops. When they return to Salt Ponds, their best five-card hand will be assembled from the seven cards they receive. Winners will be announced and prizes will be given in many categories. There will also be food, beverages, and all things marine and nautical for sale at the Salt Ponds basin the day of the event.
POWER SQUADRONS & VIMS
Colonial Sail and Power Squadron (CSPS) is a non-profit organization of sail and power boaters that is dedicated to promoting safe boating through education. Headquartered in Williamsburg, Virginia, CSPS is one of more than 450 squadrons that comprise the United States Power Squadrons, an organization of approximately 55,000 members dedicated to the sport of recreational boating. Power squadrons provide support through organized events such as rendezvous and cruises, classes, and civic-service projects.
VIMS, one of the leading marine research and education centers in the U.S., pursues a three-part mission of research, education, and advisory service to the community. Master's and Ph.D. degrees are offered through the Institute's School of Marine Science, part of the College of William and Mary.
2011 SPONSORS
Colonial Sail and Power
Virginia Beach Sail and Power
West Marine
Salt Ponds Marina
Wallace's Bait and Tackle
Bell Isle Marina
Dandy Haven Marina
Waters Edge Restaurant
Southall Landing Marina
Nautical Decor of Smithfield
The run will begin at 9 a.m. for paddle craft, 10 a.m. for dinghies and jet skis, and 11 a.m. for all other motor craft. Participating entries can begin their run from any of the participating marina locations and all entries will finish at Salt Ponds Marina Basin.
Participants can take part either by racing a dinghy or by setting up a table at Salt Ponds to sell items. All entries pay a $20.00 registration fee, which enters one boat or rents one table.
HOW IT WORKS
Participants raise money for their dinghy by collecting sponsorship donations from friends, neighbors, and coworkers at their local dock, marina, boating club or squadron, or elsewhere. All funds collected are donated to VIMS. Dock members without a dinghy or kayak can still provide support by helping their team.
During the event, dinghy crews will visit marinas and designated locations along the Bay waterfront, receiving a playing card at each of seven stops. When they return to Salt Ponds, their best five-card hand will be assembled from the seven cards they receive. Winners will be announced and prizes will be given in many categories. There will also be food, beverages, and all things marine and nautical for sale at the Salt Ponds basin the day of the event.
POWER SQUADRONS & VIMS
Colonial Sail and Power Squadron (CSPS) is a non-profit organization of sail and power boaters that is dedicated to promoting safe boating through education. Headquartered in Williamsburg, Virginia, CSPS is one of more than 450 squadrons that comprise the United States Power Squadrons, an organization of approximately 55,000 members dedicated to the sport of recreational boating. Power squadrons provide support through organized events such as rendezvous and cruises, classes, and civic-service projects.
VIMS, one of the leading marine research and education centers in the U.S., pursues a three-part mission of research, education, and advisory service to the community. Master's and Ph.D. degrees are offered through the Institute's School of Marine Science, part of the College of William and Mary.
2011 SPONSORS
Colonial Sail and Power
Virginia Beach Sail and Power
West Marine
Salt Ponds Marina
Wallace's Bait and Tackle
Bell Isle Marina
Dandy Haven Marina
Waters Edge Restaurant
Southall Landing Marina
Nautical Decor of Smithfield
Contact
Have your club, organization, company, or group become a co-sponsor of this major event. Contact Bill Walsh for details at 800-554-4581, 757-880-8820, or via email at bwalsh@walshelec.com