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2008 FALL YOUTH PROGRAM |
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| Whaling City Rowing is
continuing to offer its youth rowing program for children ages 14-17 into
the fall of 2008.
Participants will learn how to row replica James Beetle whaleboats, and
receive lessons on basic boating safety and the maritime heritage and
environmental issues of New Bedford harbor. The program takes place at
Pope’s Island Marina on Thursdays from 6pm to 7pm, September 11th through
October 16th. The fee for the fall program is $25 per child
for the six week program.
Scholarships are available for those who meet the income guidelines. No
prior rowing experience is required. Young
people who have participated in our Spring and Summer Youth Row Programs are
especially encouraged to be part of our fall program. |
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| For Whom:
Boys and girls ages 14– 18 |
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| Class
Content: Instruction in whaleboat rowing, boat handling skills, and
boating safety. When the weather
does not permit rowing the program will be cancelled for the day.
We provide life-vests,
learning materials, and caring adult coaches. |
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| Cost: The
fee for the fall program is $25 per child. Scholarships are
available for those who meet the income guidelines. |
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| Registration: We offer two ways to
Register: Get Form to Send Via US Mail Here Get Form to Send Via Email Here (Easy and Fast!) Get Required Insurance Waiver Form Here |
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| More Information:
To speak with the program's coordinator please
email
Kevin Lee or
call
508-287-9056. Space is limited, please register early!
Parents: Please be sure to also download, fill out, and sign the required
Insurance Waiver Form available above. |
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| Clothing:
Your child must be prepared with
appropriate clothing for outdoor activity. For the fall rowing program, a
light jacket over a T-shirt, shorts under windbreaker pants and a hat are
encouraged. |
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| Transportation:
All participants must provide own transportation. Car-pooling may be available, please inquire. |
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| Attendance:
It is expected that you will notify us if you will not
be attending on any given day. This way we can make sure we have full crews. |
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| Weather Considerations: Every
effort is made to maintain our rowing schedule. However, participants and
parents are reminded that safety of rowers is our #1 priority. In every
instance the program coordinator and/or the boatsteerer will monitor
weather conditions at the time of the row and determine if a row will take
place or not. We trust that all will understand the need for this policy. |
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| Questions? Please call Kevin Lee at 508-287-9056 or email Kevin | |