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4th Annual Moose(ette) Regatta!
What a wonderful weekend of camaraderie on and off the water at our annual Moose Regatta, which may now become better known as the 'Moosette Regatta' after 3 of the 4 classes were won by woman! With 25 on the line, we were thrilled to have 5 girls competing at the event, and kudos to them for coming out 'on top'. Andree from Toronto gave everyone a lesson in light air racing, while Lisa, Woodette & Surfy also beat up on the boys all weekend! Totally Awesome!! We managed to get in 9 races including our long distance race around Picnic Island. Winds were a little on the light side, but spirits were on high for all who attended!
This years regatta was just incredible with all the sacrifices of friends who travelled many hours to attend, our friends who made available their campers, boats, islands, gear, time and support...our gratitude runs deep. Thank you all for making this years Moose Regatta the "best yet"!!
When I get the hundreds and hundreds of pictures sorted out, I'll make a photo album in my gallery. In the meantime, here's a dozen or so pics to let you feel the vibe of this year's event.
Hitchin' a ride at the event site!
Doing what I do best...RIGGING (for the girls!!)!
Shayna was inspired by Rene and her sister Lisa Kremer to try windsurfing!
Friday night welcoming party at The Riverview Lodge
Catch me if you can! The only time I was in front of Andree was AFTER the race!!
Peter Hartwhich rounding through the gate on Saturday
Full moon sail to 'Happy Island' on Mitch Miller's 24' Shark. What a blast!
Happy Island Crew 2007. Hey look, Arnie is the only one talking!!
Race around Picnic Island
Arnie dwarfed by the backside of Picnic island
Woodette, Andree and Lisa holding the hardware. Girl Power Rules!!
We all drove to Paul's in the Blue Moose for a BBQ and bonfire on Monday night. Loads of fun!!
This picture really wraps up our whole weekend together. While we were at Paul's, Rene, Lisa and Shayna went out in the canoe, while Uffe and McKenzie paddled in kayaks off into the sunset. I watched from the shore to feel an overwhelming sense of gratitude for the past weekend...
Life is full of 'gifts'...you just have to open your eyes 
Posted by Brad at July 3, 2007 6:03 PM
Comments
Looks like a great time! Congrats on another successful regatta!
Posted by: Guinevere at July 3, 2007 7:59 PM
Nice post Woody. I'm excited I was able to get out on the water this year, I'll be out on the start line with everyone next year. Watch out guys there will be more girls to kick some butt!!!
Posted by: Shayna at July 3, 2007 8:34 PM
Good for you Shayna! I'll be giving you all my race tips for sure!!
Really stoked to see you on the water!
Posted by: Woody at July 3, 2007 8:50 PM
Shayna, you might want to consider to get the race tips from the girls 
Posted by: Woodette at July 3, 2007 9:03 PM
Nice compilation of pics. Me and Bubba had a blast.
Quote,"Shayna, you might want to consider to get the race tips from the girls".
Bro, you are 
Posted by: Big Al at July 3, 2007 10:33 PM
So excited to see all three of my kids on the water at the same time (2 out of 3 being girls). To quote Schwaby, "Bruce..... this could get expensive"!
Go Team GIRLS!!!!
Posted by: Shan/Surfy at July 3, 2007 11:43 PM
P.S. You could call the flying surfer "Superman goes surfing!"
Ha! Ha! 
Posted by: carol Orvis at July 4, 2007 2:22 PM
Nice post to recap the weekend Woody! Got home around 2 am last night after a 13.5 hr drive (yeah I drove the whole way) Thanks again for a wonderful weekend with friends sharing our passion, sailing and having a good time. Can't wait for next year. If everyone brings 3 girls then the competition will be real tough 4 us.
- Uffe
USWE 22
ujentler@gmail.com
Posted by: Uffe at July 4, 2007 4:00 PM
Wow,
Looks like you all had a LOT of fun! I'm sorry I missed it and hope to see you guys at the "Gathering".
My wife and I moved into our new house with our new dog and cat. I hope to be there next year.
Looks like Uffe and everyone had a blast!
Fred
Posted by: Fred at July 5, 2007 8:07 AM
Points update.....3rd place in Sport Fleet goes to ME!!
Apparently there was a mis-calculation. Yeah for me!! 
Posted by: Shan/Surfy at July 6, 2007 9:42 AM
