APBA Race Circular

60th Memorial Weekend Boat Races
5/24/2008 – 5/25/2008
NEWBERG BOAT CLUB #27
 
Columbia Outboard Racing Association (157) 
10    2042   
Newberg, OR Willamette River
3/31/2008
 
4/25/2008


FROM PORTLAND - Take I-5 S toward Salem/Tigard. Take exit #289 to Tualatin/Sherwood. Turn right onto SW Nyberg Rd. Turn slight left onto SW Tualatin/Sherwood Rd. Turn Left onto SW Pacific Hwy./99W to Newberg. Turn left onto River Rd. Approximately 10 blocks turn left into Rogers Landing Park.


Travelodge - toll free 866-537-3777 - mention boat race affilitation.
Other local hotel/motels and restaurants.
Overnight RV/Camping at the race site approved for Fri., Sat., & Sun. nights only.


NOT approved for records.
SO-MOD-PRO-J: 3 laps of an approx. 3/4 mile course.
OPC: 5 laps of an approx. 3/4 mile course.

Oregon Race Rescue

Saturday, May 24, 2008 & Sunday, May 25, 2008 PRO: All Classes MOD: All Classes STOCK: All Classes OPC: All Classes JUNIOR CLASSES: All Classes 5 boat minimum on all classes. Babcock Races: Saturday, May 24 - OPC Sunday, May 25 - SO, MOD, PRO, J CLASSES Special Featured Classes: Saturday, May 24 - CSH Sunday, May 25 - OPC 120/150 TYPE OF START: LeMans start for all OPC.

Medallions for all classes.
Prize money for Featured Classes based on number of entries
Trophies and Medallions for J Class.


5/24 & 25 - Opens 7:00 a.m. at Registration RV. Closes at 8:00 a.m. SHARP!


5/24 & 25 - 9:00 a.m.


FREE entry for 1st class for the weekend for all drivers.
FREE entry for the weekend for `60` plus and older drivers.
Thereafter, 1st class - $35, 2nd class - $30, 3rd class - $15
J Classes: $15
OPC, including 45SS: 1st class - $40, 2nd & 3rd class - $30.
SOA Family rates in effect.


Linda Thorsen, 21645 SW McCormick Hill Road, Hillsboro, OR 97123
- or - e-mail: lmthorsen@aol.com

Race Director (1141) KENNETH KAISER, 40405 NW MURTAUGH RD, NORTH PLAINS, OR
Referee (3202) ALLEN THORSEN, 22224 NELSON RD, BEND, OR
Assistant Referee (3906) JEAN MACKAY-SCHWARTZ, 572 BANCROFT AVE, SAN LEANDRO, CA
Inspector (2254) RICK ADAMS, 285 CORNET BAY RD, OAK HARBOR, WA
Inspector (70786) MIKE BARTLETT, 3209 B STREET, FOREST GROVE, OR
Scorer (52864) LINDA THORSEN, 22224 NELSON ROAD, BEND , OR
Risk Manager (50636) LAUREEN THORSEN, 18775 SW VISTA ST, ALOHA, OR


1. CLASSES MAY BE COMBINED AT THE DISCRETION OF THE RACE COMMITTEE.
2. Destroyed buoy charges: $25 strictly enforced.
3. If event is blown off, 1st paid entry may be detained by the conducting clubs to cover expenses.
4. Tents in designated area only.
5. NO use of motorized scooters or 4 wheelers in the park, except for those used by conducting club members for event purpose.

This Regatta is sanctioned through APBA

An exhibition may be performed at this event pursuant to all APBA General Safety Rules provided that proper waivers and membership forms have been completed. All prizes are the responsibility of the conducting Club. APBA does not guarantee nor is it responsible for payment of prizes. You are advised that this event may be canceled prior to the race due to circumstances beyond the control of this association. If you plan to travel a long distance, it is recommended that you contact the race sponsor prior to your departure to ensure this event will take place.