(CRAB) Fall traffic changes and CR race schedule

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CRAB Folks, as you know, there was an issue with sediment build up under Anderson Bridge, likely caused by a recent water main break on the bridge, that resulted in a dangerous obstruction that damaged a few singles and acted as speed bump for many more.  While CRAB may seem all-knowing, that is only true when you tell us what is going on.  Because we got word of this hazard quickly, we were able to work with the good folks at MassDOT who responded quickly. If you see something, say something.  Complaining on the dock does no good.   Contents What does Riverside's new Dock mean for you? Upcoming Events 1. What does Riverside's new Dock mean for you?  As you may know, Riverside Boat Club had to replace their dock after a nasty winter that basically ripped the porch off the boathouse.  The new dock required the addition of pilings which changed the position of their dock in the river.  Why does this matter to you?  Because YOU now have to row the river a little bit differently. Upstream bound folks have less room between the dock and the center line. Those of you who like to cut that corner close to dock need to take a good look, or you may find yourself beached.  Those of you who like to give Riverside a wide berth may find yourself over the center line, nose to nose with oncoming traffic. Downstream bound folks also need to pay attention. Those of you who think that there is a 1000m straightaway tend to cross the center line, which has always been a bad idea, but that issue will now be exaserbated.  You need to make a course correction by the time you get to the shrubbery at the end of the retaining wall and stay more toward Boston.  Who, me?  yes, you! Side by side boats need to be particularly careful of where you are and especially when without a coach. Riverside's docks can get congested at peak times and they are stongly asking their membership to stay tucked into the shadow of the dock when waiting for a spot to land.  But safety is everyone's business so lets all get used to this change together.  If you see a problem that needs to be addressed, send a note to CharlesRiverAllianceofBoaters@gmail.com and we'll talk to whatever program was involved.   2. Upcoming Events Fall Calendar LABOR DAY ROWING TRAFFIC PATTERN CHANGE.   Monday, September 7.  The traffic pattern changes in the Powerhouse   (*) Powerhouse Stretch / Western Ave. and River Street Bridges: This area is used heavily by crews racing side-by-side, for high school and club races, and seat racing. Racing crews and scullers have right of way in this stretch. All crews and scullers, upstream and downstream, must use the right-hand arches of both bridges, going single file if not racing. The center arches are two-way to accommodate racing, with one boat in the right-hand arch, and the other to the right-hand side of the center arch. (*) Racing crews and scullers are only allowed to use the center arches if the right hand arches are concurrently used, and preferably with a coach. From Labor All Day through Thanksgiving, from 5 am until 1 pm, the center arches of Western and River street bridges are upstream only, to accommodate crews and scullers training for the Head of the Charles regatta. After 1pm the center arches resume being bi-directional. April 2010 Charles River Rowing Traffic Pattern Note that both ends of the race course cross just onto the wrong side of the river. Crews turning shall proceed well into the corners at the Weeks Footbridge (Cambridge) and the Railroad Tracks (Boston), being alert for and notifying approaching crews. Coaches are urged to choose their time openings carefully and proceed expeditiously Saturday, September 12, 2015.   7:00AM  - 8:00AM  Heads of the Kevin I.  Head of the Charles Course (BU Boathouse to about 10 strokes past the wooden boardwalk at Herter Park).  this is a Riverside Club event and other folks are asked to not jump into the race.  They try to keep the numbers down to manageable, and uninvited guests messes up the timing. Saturday September 12, 2015. Our Riverside Stripes Gala will be held on Saturday evening, September 12, and we welcome all our Charles River friends and neighbors to join us in celebrating Riverside's history, values and future.  The evening will include a three-course dinner, a full open bar, both live and silent auction and two guest speakers all while enjoying scenic views of the basin.    We hope you can join us and welcome you to share this invitation with rowing enthusiasts.  Best wishes, Lynn Osborn Riverside Trustee Please send the online auction link to any friends in the greater boating community. https://www.biddingforgood.com/Riverside2015 Items in the auction include: - US Olympic great (clothing, bags, etc) - Exclusive Head of the Charles items - New England Patriots tickets - Oxford University Boat Club collectibles and more!   ​ Riverside Boat Club is a 501c3 non-profit corporation and your gift is tax-deductible to the extent of the law. Saturday, August 19, 2015 10:00AM to 2:00PM  CRI Fall Classic Regatta.  Buoyed course from Weeks Bridge to Community Rowing. Sunday, September 20, 2015 7:00AM  - 8:00AM  Heads of the Kevin II.  Same drill. Sunday, September 20, 2015 Women in Rowing Row and Brunch 8AM to 10AM. Brunch and row at CRI. Many eights upstream of the sandbar. Saturday, October 10, 2015 7:00 AM - 8:00AM   Heads of the Kevin III.  Same drill (it's a 'best two out of three' event.) Sunday, October 11, 2015 11:30AM to 2:30PM - Head of the Quinnobequin, youth singles regatta.  Weeks Bridge to North Beacon St. Bridge.  This permitted regatta closes the course to other boating traffic.  hundreds of kids as young as 11 compete in singles.   All Weekend, October 17 and October 18, 2015 All Day.  Head of the Charles Regatta.  BU Boathouse to about 10 strokes past the wooden boardwalk at Herter Park.  Warm up area extends down to Mass Ave Bridge. No word yet on the dates for the Men's or Women's Foot of the Charles.  If you know, please send an email to CharlesRiverAllianceofBoaters@gmail.com