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We will allow for a Rendezvous race to Tarpaulin Cove on three favorable tide Sundays, July 20th, August 3rd and 17th. The first of these dates with good winds will be the date. More about this as the date draws near. Every Sunday race to be decided based on Conditions. We will race as one class, same as 2024.

High point scoring will again be used allowing higher scores if doing well in

races with many participants. The best scores of only 60% of scored races will be used

to determine season's awards. This method could allow an irregular competitor to do well. Any and all sailors are encouraged to join us at all times.

As usual, 1st, 2nd and 3rd place finishers will receive awards at season's end and the Jewett award will go to best overall performance.

Committee Boat Service no longer required!

The VHYC will be providing all the necessary manpower for this.

Voluntary contributions will be accepted to cover the expense.

HHSA sailors are invited to join the VHYC racers for a chance at the Jewett Bowl on Saturday, August XXX. Pursuit start using PHRF-NE ratings.

The Schwarz Cup will be awarded this year for best performance

in combined Pre and Post Season racing if attendence allows.

This year you will need to register for both HHSA and the Moffet separately, but can still save $10 by registering for the Moffet by June 15th. Total of $140 for all the fun!

BONUS!

HHSA membership includes entry in VHYC Jewett Bowl Race, August XXX.

Watch for starting line to north of Nun 6 in Southernly Winds in order

to facilitate a Windward Start.

Refer to 2025 Circular for all instructions

You can now pay your dues with Pay Pal or Credit Card by going to

http://www.regattanetwork.com/membermgmt/HHSA/membership_registration_start.php

Update your address, email, phone and boat information also.

Racing begins with the annual Tune-Up race on Sunday June 15th at 2:00 PM.

Thursday evening racing will commence June 19th with a 5 PM start at nun 6.

With this variety of racing, every sailor should find something to enjoy!

Use the regattanetwork.com address above to pay your dues of $100 or send a check to the Treasurer, Wendell Colson, 115 Main Street, Vineyard Haven, MA 02568. (508 878 9061) New members please submit an entry form so we can “fit” a handicap. Any monohull boat within reach is welcome for the entire season or just a race or two. Ratings are updated after several races based on performance relative to the group. Come as a guest one time...email your intentions the day before: rgbecker@Yahoo.com

Winners are often decided by seconds after racing for an hour and a half!

The ISAF Racing Rules of Sailing apply but remember this is Handicap racing for fun and we hope people self-administer the rules and do the two circles when necessary. Keep in mind the differences in the maneuverability of the various classes of boats and note the Life Jacket requirement for all racers.

Harbor and Sound race results are announced about 5 PM or one hour after the committee boat has docked,

which ever is earlier via the Blog or Email and maybe at the Vineyard Haven Yacht Club. After the Thursday evening races, all HHSA sailors are invited to enjoy a dinner at the VHYC snack bar where results will be announced.

Please help each other improve their sailing skills by joining in the after race discussion of tactics, strategies and the Racing Rules of Sailing.

Cups are awarded for first place for each race and seasons awards are awarded

at the annual meeting and pot luck dinner to be announced.

Moffett Race (9/6/2025)

Requires a separate entry. ($50) Register by June 15th and save $10.

EXTRA!

Sail Martha’s Vineyard Vineyard Cup Racing weekend has been scheduled for Saturday and Sunday July 12 and 13.

Holmes Holers are encouraged to participate in the Edgartown Yacht Club’s “Round the Island Race”

PHRF-NE Rating certificate required.

Go to www.rtirace.org and www.phrfne.org for entry information

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Announces 2025 Season

Sunday and Thursday Schedule

Includes race to Tarpaulin Cove.

Sundays at 2:00 PM, Thursdays at 5:00PM. Join us whether you are Young or Old, New at sailing or an Old Salt! Great Fun for All!