DAMMY IS ON
Hey Gang- Sounds like there is sailable ice up in Maine-
Some RI sailors may be heading up this week-
Stay tuned to the CIBC site for details-
IF the ice survives all week it may be suitable for a regatta this weekend- keep an eye on this site for details!
Damariscotta ON | Chickawaukie Ice Boat Club
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NEIYA RACING
Hey Folks-
As you all know we haven’t been doing much racing in NE over the last few years due to weather, COVID, scheduling issues, etc….
That said, the Gold Cup and North Americans are behind us and there is plenty of winter ahead of us and our intention is to get back to a full slate of regattas this year. This weekend may be a possibility, we are looking at sites and printing up score sheets.
We are aware that we all just got back from the Big Show but winter is short! Do your laundry, knock a few things off the to-do list, load all the stuff back in the car and stay tuned!
Think Ice, T
RI in WI
Three RI sailors have established a beachhead on Kegonsa Lake in WI….
Thieler, Binder and Demerest are in town and ready to rumble!
Healey, Atkins, Moore and maybe others on the way.
To follow all the news check the IDNIYRA site at https://www.idniyra.org/
Think Ice!
DN GC/NA UPDATE
Here is the latest and greatest….
2023 World & NA Championship Update for 17 Jan – DN North America (idniyra.org)
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SKEETER VIDEO
Hey Folks- It’s no secre that this season has been off to a slow start out this way…. A total bummer to be sure.
Only one thing to do: Torture yourself by watching this video from the ISA regatta out west last weekend. It’s extraordinary!
ISA Skeeter Iceboat Racing – YouTube
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’23 DN Western Region Championship Called ON for Lake Kegonsa in WI Jan 7-8 – DN North America
Take a look and hit the road if you are interested!
There is a great restaurant/bar right on the lake if that is an incentive….
Regatta News!
Hey Folks- just to you know the Western Regional DN champs are still on for the weekend although the Central Region champs have been postponed.
Western regionals possible sites near Madison. Stay tuned to IDNIYRA for details!
A handful of NE sailors are headed that way- Chamberland, Roseberry, Thieler, Binder and maybe more- hope others can head out!
Will send updates….
SAILING TOMORROW
Sounds like some people will be hitting it up in Maine tomorrow- check the CIBC site for details! As always be safe, take all precautions, and never sail alone!
Sailing Tomorrow | Chickawaukie Ice Boat Club
Western DN Champs Called ON!
Hey Folks- If you are needing some ice time consider heading out to the Western Champs- They have ice out there and with a little luck it’ll hold and not get snowed out.
Keep an eye on the IDNIYRA site for details!
2023 Western Region Championship Called ON for 7-8 January – DN North America (idniyra.org)
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DN Gold Cup Registration Deadline-
Hey Folks-
Registration fees increase tomorrow for the Gold Cup and NA Champs so be sure to hop online and sign up! So easy even I could do it in a few minutes….
Will be great to get back to having big regattas after a long break- Make this the year if you are on the fence! Fun to see and meet ice sailing nuts from around the globe. Always something to learn and a memory (or a fuzzy memory) to be made….
Register Today for the 2023 World & NA Championships! – DN North America (idniyra.org)
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DN Newsletter Is Out!
Hey Folks- be sure to get the new DN newsletter, as always full of good stuff! See it for free online or order a glossy paper copy- Don;t miss it! T
Runner Tracks 2022 – DN North America (idniyra.org)
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IDNIYRA News
Hey DN people- First of all, the yearbook is available- be sure to order one to have on hand!
Second, the World and North American Champs are back on the docket this year! Be sure to sign up soon- Will be great to see the whole gang back on the starting line-
Info on both here
2023 IDNIYRA Yearbook – DN North America
2023 World & North American Championships Notice of Race – DN North America (idniyra.org)
2023 DN World & North American Championship: Register Today! – DN North America (idniyra.org)
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Lake Abenakis, Quebec
In case you weren’t able to get there here is a little vid of some sailing last weekend up north of the border-
Not the biggest lake in the world BUT it was good to get out and buzz around for a few days!
CIBC – First sail of 2022-2023 season (Lac Abénakis, Québec) – YouTube
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Ice In The East!
The folks in Maine have found a possibility just over the border- Sounds like boats will be on the ice there tomorrow and hopefully beyond! Tune into the CIBC site for more info-
I’m hoping to get up there by Saturday afternoon and set some marks for scratch racing for whoever is interested-
Western Challenge Is ON!!
Load ’em up! Looks like we have a regatta going on….
Western Challenge Called ON for Lake Washington, Hutchinson, MN – DN North America (idniyra.org)
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Western Challenge….
… it’s coming up quick! The Western Challenge is often the big season kickoff for DNs and other classes-
Traditionally held the first Friday-Saturday-Sunday in December on the best ice in MN or the region, it’s a great way to get the season going and get the iceboat neurons firing again.
So mark your calendars, quit your jobs, make up some cover stories, and start planning!
Stay tuned to this space for reports-
Think Ice!
Pay Yer Dues
Hey Folks-
If you haven’t yet be sure to renew your memberships and pay your dues for the NEIYA, IDNIYRA and any other clubs you might belong to- No time like the present!
DN Class Ballot- Votes Needed!
Hey Folks-
That time again, be sure to read up and cast your vote!
Notice of Electronic Ballot – DN North America (idniyra.org)
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Ice Report!!
From the CIBC site…. Time to dust off the iceboat gear and get going on the worklist from last season!
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SWAP MEET TIME
Hey Folks- The NEIYA Swap Meet is coming up on October 29 but there are other meets to attend if you don’t live in NE- Click the link and take a look!
Attend Your Local Iceboat Swap Meet – DN North America (idniyra.org)
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Get Started!
Have to love this guy- Be sure to share these vids with anyone you know who may be interested in getting out this winter!
Well done, Sam
VIDEO: Time to think iceboating >> Scuttlebutt Sailing News (sailingscuttlebutt.com)
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September Runner Tracks
Hey Folks- The latest edition on Runner Tracks is out and is required reading whether you are in the DN class or not-
Look at it online or shell out a few bucks and get a paper copy-
And congrats to Pete Van Rossem and J.R. Francis on making the cover!
Runner Tracks Newsletter September 2022 – DN North America (idniyra.org)
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DN CLASS 2023 RANK LIST IS OUT!
Hey Folks-
This summer heat will pass and we will be out in the cold soon enough….
In the meantime take a look at the new rank list, see where you are, where your friends are, where your rivals are…. Start setting goals and making lists!
Fire up the inspiring “Rocky” soundtrack music and hit the gym or just go in the garage and give your boat a pat, doesn’t matter. Just get ready to hit the ice!
2023 International Ranking List Published – DN North America (idniyra.org)
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America On Ice: Let’s Go Ice Sailing – Mystic Seaport Museum
Hey Folks- Take a few hours to listen to Henry Bosset and Deb Whitehorse talk all things iceboating-
Great way to learn a few things, beat the heat, and get fired up for the coming season!
Here is the link:
https://www.mysticseaport.org/events/america-on-ice-lets-go-ice-sailing/
New England Ice Yacht Association 