The Contest!

Sugarbush Soaring Association and the Region One Northeast contest organization are pleased to sponsor the 2008 Region One Northeast Soaring contest at Warren-Sugarbush Airport in Warren, Vermont.

Hatcher Trophy

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Contest dates:

Contast officials:

Check back often for updates!

Region One Contest Turnpoint Info Links:

http://www.aglauck.com/RONE2008/index.htm

http://soaringweb.org/TP/Sugarbush

Region One Northeast Contest fees: Will be $480.00, and a $100 deposit by March 14, 2008 is recommended!
You will need to complete and sign contest waiver forms, that you can download by clicking here. Once completed email a copy to Contest Manager Gilly Smilth and send all paperwork and your check to:

Gilly Smith
4520 Stella Drive
Atlanta, GA  30327

gsrabbit@aol.com

You can also sign up online through the SSA by clicking here or by going to: 
http://www.ssa.org/members/contestreports/Registeronline.asp   

As an added attraction for those less experienced pilots, or for those who want to make the week a learning experience, Doug Jacobs, former National and World Champion, (and perhaps other US Team members) will conduct morning seminars for all who are interested in the finer points of cross-country and racing.  Envisioned is an hour presentation prior to the pilot’s meeting on Climbing, Running, Final Glides, Contest and Task Strategy, and more. If we have a no-contest day, we can continue with morning or afternoon sessions. These lectures have been given at the many US Team Cross Country/Racing camps around the country sponsored by the US Team Committee, and have proven to be very valuable to mid and low time pilots trying to improve their skills. After flying, whoever is interested can also bring their flight logs to a debriefing discussion of what went right and wrong with their day, led by Doug, possibly with a spot of refreshment (BYOB, please). There is no charge for these activities so come on up and take advantage of this terrific opportunity.

At Sugarbush, for registration, you'll need your SSA card, proof of insurance and your pilot’s license.

Competitor's Document Checklist - Things you must bring to Sugarbush:

• US Pilots: FAA Private or Commercial Glider Pilot Certificate
• Foreign Pilots: Equivalent license from your country
• Proof of current voting or student membership in SSA
• Proof of ownership for registered sailplane or written permission of owner to fly in contest
• Proof of insurance (minimum $1,000,000 bodily injury and property damage liability)
• Completed & signed registration and waiver form

There are many places to stay in the Sugarbush Mad River Valley...

Skihouse in Northfield
Bob Ward , tow pilot from Nutmeg Soaring, is offering accomodations at a ski house in Northfield VT - out of the MRV, but just over the hill 6 miles east.
9BR and 4bthrm
Available for $20/ night/ person
Kitchen w 2 stoves
Folks only need to bring sleeping gear and towels
Sleeps up to 40
Festive atmosphere
Email Bob Ward for reservations - bobward1944@hotmail.com

On the Field
Free tenting or RV camping during the contest week for contestants. No hook-ups.

Hotels & Inns
The Chamber of Commerse is also a good source to check for accomodations.