On Wednesday, April 20, 2016 2:04 PM, CRAB via CRAB <CRAB@groupspaces.com> wrote:
Spring has sprung! Which means, lots more boats on the River. Lots more rowers, lots more sailors, lots more power boaters and lots more canoe/kayak and paddle boarders. Keep your eyes peeled and don't be afraid to shout out if you see a dangerous situation developing. As a kind reminder, please remember that YOUR traffic pattern is not THE traffic pattern of the River. Coast Guard rules govern all, but the rowers use a more stringent pattern, dictating which arch to use in which direction. They do this to better separate rowing shells moving in opposite directions. But keep in mind that just because YOU use the center arch of Eliot as upstream only does not mean that Powerboaters use it that way too. Powerboaters follow a channel and they use the arches designated with the navigational lights. Which means, that at the BU Bridge, they are using the arch closest to Boston. So rowers! Best to keep your eyes open at all bridges for power boats coming the other way. And, the sailors can travel in a straight line, but very likely not the straight line that you are on. It isn't their fault, it is the way they work. Give the sailors a wide berth. For more info and tips on how to deal with boat types unlike your own, visit www . CharlesRiverAllianceofBoater s . org Other really good things to keep in mind: - Power boats in their slips can get damaged by the wake of a coaching launch. Please consider the wake that you throw when passing in front of one of the four yacht clubs on the river.
- There are alot of novices on this river...in singles, canoes, sailboats, paddleboards, eights, and even power boats. Be kind to them, and talk to them if you think they aren't sure what they (or you) are doing.
- Singles and other rowing shells are sometimes on the dock unattended while the rower runs up to open a door, lower a rack, or make an emergency bathroom run.... and wake can really damage those boats too. Use caution when passing rowing clubs.
Happy spring everyone. Now keep your eyes open and watch out for the boats around you. |
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| Racing CalendarSaturday, April 23, 2016 - 7:00AM to 10:00AM - College Racing on the 2k course (Cambridge side of the River, start above Longfellow Bridget to the Finish Line below the BU Boathouse). Harvard Men. v. Penn, Navy; Ltwt Women Beanpot/Muri Cup, BU Radcliffe, MIT; MIT Men v. Bates.
- 11AM to 5PM, Sailing, above, below or on both sides of the Mass Ave Bridge. Time is not flexible so give them the course, please.
Sunday, April 24, 2016 - 11AM to 3PM. Run of the Charles Canoe/Kayak race. HEAVY Canoe, Kayak and paddle board action from Watertown to the BU Bridge. Steer clear!!!!!!!
- 10:00AM to 3:00PM Sailing, above, below, or both sides of the Mass Ave Bridge. Time is not flexible so give them the course, please.
Wednesday, April 27, 2014 - 3PM Belmont Hill/BC High lower boats on the Powerhouse Course (Weeks footbridge to past the Powder Magazine at Magazine Beach).
- 5PM Belmont Hill v. CRLS/Middlesex on the Powerhouse Course (Weeks footbridge to past the Powder Magazine at Magazine Beach).
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