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Apostle Islands Station | <strong>Wayzata</strong> <strong>Yacht</strong> <strong>Club</strong><br />
Bayfield, WI<br />
Welcome to big boat racing! This pamphlet was designed to<br />
provide you with the relevant information you will need to<br />
enjoy your experience in Bayfield. We look forward to seeing<br />
you on the water!<br />
Aaron
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2013 AIS Schedule<br />
(All AIS morning starts at 11:00am unless otherwise noted.<br />
Spring Series 5 Races<br />
May 25 th : 2 buoy races, 1 medium distance<br />
May 26 th : 2 buoy races, 1 medium distance<br />
May 27 th : 1 buoy race – optional 2 nd race weather and time permitting, 1 medium distance<br />
Summer Series 10 Races<br />
June 29 th : 1 race Around The Islands – 10:00am start<br />
July 1 st : 2 buoy races*, 1 medium distance<br />
July 2 nd : 2 buoy races*, 1 medium distance<br />
July 3 rd : 2 buoy races*, 1 medium distance<br />
July 4 th : 2 buoy races*, 1 medium distance<br />
July 5 th : 1 buoy race*, 1 medium distance<br />
*racing schedule and number of races TBD by Race Week Committee<br />
Fall Series 5 Races<br />
August 31 st : 1 race Around Madeline Race<br />
September 1 st : 2 buoy races, 1 medium distance<br />
September 2 nd : 2 buoy races, 1 medium distance<br />
MW Dobson Regatta - (Bayfield Cup)<br />
September 21 st : 1 medium distance race<br />
September 22 nd : 1 medium distance race<br />
Offshore Series (All 10:00 CDT start except as noted)<br />
June 29 th : Around The Islands<br />
July 29 th : Thunder Bay International Race<br />
August 3 rd : Trans-Superior Race<br />
August 9 th or 10 th : Duluth Triangle TBD<br />
Other Events:<br />
June18 th 33rd Port Huron to Mackinac Island Solo Challenge<br />
June 18 th 15th Chicago to Mackinac Island Solo Challenge<br />
July 13 th Chicago to Mac<br />
July 20 th Port Huron to Mackinac<br />
July 28 th Harbor Springs<br />
Aug 3-5 Trans Superior<br />
Aug 17-18 Bayfield - Silver Bay race<br />
Sept 9-10 GLSS Lake Superior Scramble<br />
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What to bring…<br />
Lifejacket (PFD)<br />
Foul Weather Gear<br />
Sailing Shoes (non-marking)<br />
Sunglasses<br />
General Information… Stuff you need to know.<br />
Only bring what you need to race the boat…<br />
Weight Matters! ALL non-racing personal gear off the boat prior to dock-time<br />
Personal light<br />
Warm hat<br />
Sailing Gloves<br />
(recommended)<br />
Water Bottle<br />
Dry Bag<br />
Sailing on Lake Superior can be cold and wet (it can also be hot and wet!), so dressing in layers so that<br />
you can adjust accordingly. All your gear should be packed in a small soft-sided bag. PLEASE pack light,<br />
but don’t skimp on the warm clothing layers. Warm crew = better experience.<br />
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How to get there…<br />
General Information… Stuff you need to know.<br />
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1 – From <strong>Wayzata</strong> (MAP) – 4hr 21min<br />
I-35W(N) to MN/WI-70(E) to US-63(N) to<br />
US-2(E) to<br />
WI-13(N) to Bayfield<br />
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2 - From Duluth (MAP) – 1hr 46min<br />
US53 to US-2(E) to WI-13(N) to Bayfield<br />
3 - From Houghton, MI (MAP) – 3hr<br />
16min<br />
M-26(S&W) to US-2(W) to WI-13(N) to<br />
Bayfield<br />
4 - From Chicago / Milwaukee (MAP) –<br />
7hr 29min<br />
I-94(W) to US-45(N) to US-10(W) to US-<br />
51(N) to US-2(W) to WI-13(N) to Bayfield<br />
5 – From Madison (MAP) – 5hr 31min<br />
I-39(N) to US-51(N) to US-2(W) to WI-13(N)<br />
to Bayfield<br />
Arrival: Crew arrive during the evening before racing, and<br />
generally hang out at the Bayfield Inn see below map<br />
Accommodations: Space is limited… Check with the boat<br />
owner, crew manager or your friend to ensure a spot on a boat.<br />
Alternatively the Bayfield Inn, Harbor’s Edge Inn Motel, Seagull<br />
Bay Motel, B&B’s, campgrounds are available.<br />
The Marina will have showers and toilet facilities.<br />
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Where to go…<br />
General Information… Stuff you need to know.<br />
Dining Options<br />
Ethel’s at 250 – 715.779.0293<br />
Greunke’s – 715.779.0153<br />
Maggie’s – 715.779.5641<br />
Pier Plaza – 715.779.3330<br />
Sergeant Pepperonie (delivery) – 715.779.0153<br />
The Egg Toss (breakfast) – 715.779.5181<br />
Wild Rice (fine dining) – 715.779.9881<br />
ATM<br />
Marinas (Boats & Showers)<br />
Apostle Islands Marina, Blackhawk<br />
Harbor, Pike’s Bay Marina, Port Superior<br />
Places to Eat (sit-down)<br />
Places to get coffee/breakfast<br />
“Church”/Bayfield Inn<br />
Cars are generally parked for the entire weekend, and parking is plentiful at and around the marina.<br />
Everything is within walking distance!<br />
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Apostle Islands Lakeshore / Our Playground<br />
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Typical Schedule<br />
DOCK TIME<br />
varies on per boat check with crew boss or owner<br />
But always be prompt and ready to race at that<br />
time!<br />
LUNCH varies by each program, some provide it;<br />
others require you to bring it. Check with the<br />
crew boss or owner so you don’t go hungry.<br />
RACE START TIME<br />
Usually 11:00am unless noted<br />
POST RACE<br />
Usually early afternoon each day<br />
Each program varies on tasks, but you should<br />
ALWAYS be prepared to help clean up the boat<br />
after the race… That is a key to getting invited<br />
back to race and have fun…<br />
You MUST do work!<br />
SOCIAL<br />
Sailor Happy Hour at 5:00pm<br />
@ ”Church” / Bayfield Inn<br />
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Apostle Island Marina<br />
Blackhawk Harbor<br />
Pike’s Bay Marina / Port Superior<br />
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Contacts – Boats<br />
Angisina | Andy Spence-Parsons<br />
Celebration | Pete Shelquist<br />
Chewbacca | Bill Peterson<br />
Chase | Aaron Schumm<br />
Kestrel | Pia Castelline<br />
Redhawk | Mark Janda<br />
Quintessence III | David Crum<br />
Undaunted | Michael Smith<br />
Voyager | Mike Spence<br />
ZigZag | Jim Vaudreuil<br />
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