1.0 Rules

This race will be governed by the International Yacht Racing Rules, the prescriptions of the United States Sailing Association, and the Louie’s Thirst Last Regatta RaceCommittee.

2.0 Eligibility and Entry

2.1 Any sailing vessel is considered eligible with a valid PHRF or IMS Certificate. In the event that a participant does not have a current rating, the Race Committee will assign one.

2.2 Completing the official entry form along with payment of entry fee may enter eligible yachts.

2.3 Totally Completely Optional

In addition to the entry fee, we encourage each yacht to raise additional funds for Children’s Hospital. As a target, we request that each member of the crew contribute $20. The yacht raising the most funds will win an additional quarter barrel of Louie’s Demise Ale. In addition, the top three money-raising yachts will receive a special flag. The goal of this regatta is to have a LOT of fun and raise money for Children’s Hospital. Step up! Every cent of these additional funds will go directly to Children’s Hospital. Bring checks, cash and gold to the post regatta awards ceremony and party at the Milwaukee Ale House.

3.0 Schedule of Events

3.1 Entry Deadline October 1, 2001 2:00pm (late entries graciously accepted with a late fee)

3.2 Skippers meeting (crew invited) October 5th, 7pm at Milwaukee Ale House, Lower Deck

3.3 Regatta First Warning High Noon, October 6th

4.0 Racing Area

The racing area will be on Lake Michigan, either within the breakwater between the North gap and South Gap of the Milwaukee Harbor or outside the breakwater in the vicinity of the Main Gap (depending on weather).

5.0 The Start

5.1 The race will be started in accordance with racing rule 26 system 2 using the following timing:

12:00pm First Warning

12:05pm Preparatory

12:10pm Race Start

Should a second section be required due to the number of entrants, a second start will take place at 12:15 (attend the skipper’s meeting and find out!). All yachts will be scored as one fleet for the purpose of determining overall standings.

5.2 A registered yacht is entitled to race when she has sailed past the race committee signal boat, hailed her sail number, smiled and waved, and been acknowledged by the race committee. Any yacht unable to sail by the race committee before her starting signal shall notify the race committee when she starts. She may attempt to do so by hail or VHF Channel 72. Crews not smiling may be subject to protest.

6.0 Time Limit

Time limit shall be set at 15 minutes after sunset or before the ice moves in. Boats failing to finish in this time will be scored NDY (Not Done Yet). In the event of abandonment of race, awards will be based on the time of finish to the Milwaukee Ale House docks, through the front door, or other methods. You can be sure that bribes would be involved.

 

7.0 Protests

Protest shall be written on Milwaukee Ale House cocktail napkins and given to a Race Committee member for final decision. Protest hearing may or may not be heard before the awards ceremony at the whim of the Race Committee.

7.1 We reserve the right to insert a rule here at any time.

8.0 Prizes

First Place Overall yacht wins the Louie’s Last Cup, has its name inscribed for posterity on the aforementioned Cup, gets a flag, and wins a quarter barrel of Louie’s Demise Ale. Almost seems like more than one crew can bear, doesn’t it?

Second Place Overall wins two quarter barrels of Louie’s Demise Ale.

Thirst Place Overall wins three quarter barrels of Louie’s Demise Ale.

Thirst From Last Place receives a growler of Louie’s Demise Ale.

Top Money-Raising Yacht receives a quarter-barrel of Louie’s Demise Ale.

First place in each Division receives a flag (each yacht races within its own "Division". Do the math to see if you get a flag)

Top three Money-Raising Yachts each receive a special flag.

9.0 Safety

All yachts must comply with all appropriate United States Coast Guard and all other applicable government regs.

10.0 Bribes

To the direct benefit of Children's Hospital, boats humiliated by their performance on the race course may bribe the race committee to "pass" other yachts during the awards presentation and affect their final outcome. Minimum bribe - $20 per position. Sorry, no passing into First through Thirst place, or into Thirst From Last place. Bring your cash, your checkbook or your rare coin collection.

11.0 Good Manners and Sportsmanship

Breach of good manners or sportsmanship directed towards the race committee shall be subject to protest. If the protest is allowed, the yacht shall be disqualified from the race and drinking privileges revoked. Legitimate complaints should be directed through the race committee chairman. Remember, this race is for fun (refer to rule 2.3). Sail fair and sail fast. It will get you to the party quicker.

Official Entry Form

Owner/Skipper_________________________________ Phone (H)_______________________________

Address_______________________________________ Phone (W)_______________________________

City____________________________Zip____________Email__________________________________

Yacht Name____________________________________ Sail# __________________________________

Manufacturer___________________________________ Length ______________________________

Year & Model__________________________________ Hull Color ______________________________

Rating_______ (boats with no rating will be assigned one based on comparable PHRF boats)

Spinnaker_________ Non-Spinnaker____________ Number of Crew______________

In consideration of the acceptance of my entry, I hereby agree that my yacht will be equipped and outfitted in accordance with the Notice of Race and that she will have all the required equipment aboard, is seaworthy in hull, rig and sails and that she will be completely manned. As Owner/Skipper, I agree to abide by all conditions of the regatta and accept full responsibility for the conduct and safety of each of my crew and guests arising from participation in any of the activities of this Regatta.

I further acknowledge and agree to waive, release and discharge any and all claims that I or my representatives may have against the Louie’s 2nd Last Regatta Committee, The Milwaukee Ale House, the directors, sponsors, employees or volunteers for any damage or injury arising out of my participation in any of the activities related to the Regatta. I knowingly assume the risks of yacht racing and agree that the decision to start and continue a race is solely my responsibility.

Owner/Skipper Signature_________________________________________

Date_________________________

Entry Fees:

Non Drinking Yacht - $45 .... ...... ...... ...... ...... ...... $___________________________

Drinking Yacht - $40 ........ . ..... .. .... . . ... . . ... .. . . ... . $___________________________

A Late Fee of $25 will be assessed after October 1, 2001 $___________________________

Please make checks payable to: Louie’s Thirst Last Regatta

Total $___________________________

please mail enty forms to: Louie’s Thirst Last Regatta

C/O Milwaukee Ale House

233 North Water Street

Milwaukee, WI 53202