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Regatta Checklist

Welcome new parents and athletes!  
If attending your athlete’s regatta is a new experience for you, we’d like to provide some guidance on what to bring to a regatta.  We hope that you will find it helpful.

Most importantly, be prepared for unpredictable weather.  In the spring and fall, anything can happen!  Check your favorite weather resources before leaving home to make sure you are prepared and comfortable for any situation.  There’s nothing more uncomfortable than sitting on the side of a river freezing to death!  Throw in an extra jacket, blanket and hat even if you don’t think you’ll need it … someone else might.
 
Allow plenty of time to get to the venue and to park, especially if it is your first time to the venue.  Parking is often off-site (think shuttle bus) or a long walk.  Be prepared!  It’s either dusty or muddy so wear appropriate shoes.  Go West Potomac Crew!

Regatta related Sign-up links and Tip Sheets:
Parent Tips:
  • Sandy Run 2024 (March 23, March 30, April 6, April 20, May 4, and May 11)
  • James River 2024 (April 13) 
  • Charlie Butt 2024 (April 27)
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Volunteer for VASRA Regattas
Host a Pasta Party: Sign-Up Genius
Work a Shift at our Team Hospitality Tent (2024 to come)

ATHLETE Checklist:
  • West Potomac High School Uni
  • Phone and music to pass the time
  • Warm-ups
  • Coolmax shirt
  • Water bottle
  • Hat/Sunglasses (if desired)
  • Socks (x 3-4 pair)
  • Chapstick
  • Hand Sanitizer and tissues for port-a-potty out of TP
  • Sunscreen
  • Ca$h for Regatta gear
  • Plastic Bags for wet clothing
  • Cap for Cold Weather
  • Hot Hands – hand warmers
  • Extra set of cold weather gear packed in Ziplock Bags (this is to keep them dry if the ground/bag gets wet)
  • Set of comfortable/relaxation clothes to leave in the car to wear on ride back – will be dry and warm!
  • If coxswain, charged coxbox and tools, etc.
PARENT Checklist  
  • Dress for the weather this could mean a warm coat and boots don’t forget a hat and gloves—think layers!
  • Umbrella and/or rain coat
  • Chair—the roll up kind work well
  • Sunscreen
  • Hat
  • Sunglasses
  • Water bottle
  • Camera
  • Blanket
  • Directions to the regatta
  • Binoculars
  • Cash or credit card—Sometimes there are booths set up with regatta related items (tee shirts, sweatshirts, etc.) for purchase. There is usually a t-shirt, hoodie and other items made especially for the event.
Note to coxswain parents – Remind your athlete to charge coxbox night before race and ensure that s/he brings coxbox, bag with tools to the race.
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  • Home
  • Donate
  • About
    • Contacts
    • Coaches
    • Our Fleet
    • Rowing 101 >
      • Fundamentals
      • Glossary
      • Boat Basics
    • Meeting Documents
    • FAQs
    • SafeSport
  • Regatta Info
    • Regatta Checklist
  • Calendar 2024-25
  • Practice Info
    • Directions to Practice Site
  • Parents
    • SignUp Genius Lists
    • Volunteering Policy
    • Volunteer Coordinator Positions
    • VASRA Volunteer Positions
    • Registration & Fees
    • Uniforms & Spiritwear
    • Refund Policy
  • Sponsors
  • Photos Archive
    • 2017-18 Photos, Videos & News >
      • 2017-18 Season Set Up
      • Ergathon 2018
      • Practice Photos
      • Polar Bear Regatta
      • Walter Mess Regatta
      • Boat Dedication
      • James River
      • Ted Phoenix
      • Charlie Butt
      • CHAMPS Day 1
      • VASRA Champs Day 2
      • Stotes 2018
      • Year End Celebration
    • 2016-2017 Photos, Videos & News >
      • 2017 Year End Photos & Videos
      • February 25 Practice at National Harbor
      • March 18 Practice at National Harbor
      • Polar Bear Regatta March 25
      • Regional Park Regatta April 8
      • James River Regatta April 8
      • Darrell Winslow Regatta April 15
      • Ted Phoenix Regatta April 22
      • Charlie Butt Regatta
      • VASRA Champs May 6
      • 2015-16 News
      • Video Library
    • 2015-2016 Season >
      • Ergathon 2016
      • Ops Days
      • First Day of 2016 Season Practice
      • TC Williams Invitational
      • Building the New Dock
      • Polar Bear Regatta
      • Regional Park Regatta
      • Darrell Wilson Regatta
      • Charlie Butt Regatta
      • Matthews Regatta May 7
      • Stotesbury
      • Nationals
      • VASRA Championship
      • End of Year Awards & Celebration
    • 2014-2015 Season >
      • VASRA State Championship - Upper Boats
      • Ted Phoenix Regatta - May 2, 2015
      • Practice April 29, 2015
      • Charlie Butt Regatta - April, 25 2015
      • Baltimore Invitational - April 11, 2015
      • Practice April 2, 2015
      • Regional Park Regatta - March 28, 2015
      • Boat Dedication - March 14, 2015
      • Erg-A-Thon 2015
    • 2013-2014 Season
    • 2012-2013 Season
  • Alumni Crew