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RULES & REGULATIONS, The Moorings Interline Regatta
October 11 – 20, 2011
Tortola, British Virgin Islands

RACING CLASSES

Class C - Moorings 41.3	Class B - Moorings 43.3	Class B -  Moorings 43.4	Class A -  Moorings 50.5

WINNER WILL RECEIVE A FREE YACHT CHARTER FOR 2012
The Grand Prize will consist of  a 7-day yacht charter at any Caribbean destination, on a similar yacht size as the yacht chartered for the 2011 event.  The charter may be taken anytime from  May 1 through  November 15, 2012. Taxes, provisions, accommodations, racing fee, racing deposit and security insurance are not included if the yacht is used for the 2012 Interline Regatta.

ADDITIONAL PRIZES
Stay tuned for more Racer and Spectator announcements!

SCORING
The 2011 Interline Regatta will be scored using the 2001-2005 Racing Rules of Sailing. Yachts will be rated using current Caribbean Sailing Association (C.S.A.) ratings. Everyone has a chance to win!  It's competitive and it's fun.

The event will be scored and all races administered by the Royal BVI Yacht Club and race representatives that administer the BVI Spring Regatta.
 
All skippers must attend the onsite skipper meetings to receive any last minute changes and updates.

AWARDS AND TROPHIES
A variety of awards and trophies for CLASS, TEAM, YACHT and SKIPPER categories will be presented at an awards ceremony on the last day of races at The Moorings Mariner Inn, Road Town, Tortola.

Additional Racer and Spectator award categories to be announced shortly!

SAILING COMPETENCY
A comprehensive sailing resume is required from the skipper and the first mate of all Interline Regatta entries.  The Moorings expects that the skipper will have experience on boats in the 35 - 52 foot range. Resume forms will be mailed to entrants upon receipt of their initial deposit.

RACING PACKAGES
Racing packages includes the entry fee for 5 organized races, 3 evening meals, a Moorings Interline Regatta t-shirt, hat, race support and dinghy valet.

SPECTATOR PACKAGES
Don’t want to race?  You can still participate by reserving a Spectator Package and enjoy all the Interline Regatta festivities.  Spectator Packages include 3 dinner events (Welcome Dinner, "Spectator Day" Dinner at resort-venue & Awards Dinner) a Moorings Interline t-shirt, hat and dinghy valet. By reserving your Spectator Package, you are eligible to participate in "Spectator Day" events... a fun-filled day when racers become spectators, and spectators become racers - prizes awarded.

RESERVATION GUIDELINES
A racing team consists of 3 yachts, one from each class A, B, and C.   An airline with additional yachts will comprise new “mixed” teams.  Individual entrants will be assigned to a team. Entries are accepted on a first-come first-served basis.

An initial deposit of 25% of the vacation total is due upon booking to hold the reservation.  The balance of 75% is due 60 days prior to the start date.  Payments must be made prior to arrival or the yacht will be withheld from competition.

Each skipper must sign and return the “Racing Security Deposit and Waiver of Liability” and “Terms and Conditions” forms at least 30 days prior to charter start date.


FORMS OF PAYMENT
All forms of payment should be made payable in U.S. dollars to The Moorings.
(a)  Major credit cards are accepted – Visa, Master Card, and American Express.  To make credit card payments, call Barbara Daetwyler, Moorings Interline Agent, at 800-633-7348 (outside the US and Canada call 1-727-535-1446) or e-mail interlineregatta@mooringsnet.com.

(b)  Personal checks, bank checks, or money orders payable to The Moorings should be mailed with registration form to: The Moorings, 93 North Park Blvd, Clearwater, Florida 33759.

(c)  Wire transfer: 
(1)  From within the United States: (2) From outside the United States:
  Wachovia Bank, Jacksonville, FL Wachovia Bank, Charlotte, NC
  ABA 063000021  Swift PNBPUS33
  Account Name – The Moorings Ltd.  Account Name – The Moorings Ltd.
  Account Number – 2000007305146  Account Number – 2000007305146

*IMPORTANT*:  All wires must include contract number.  If paying for multiple contracts, the wire must include each contract number and dollar amount to apply to each contract.  Please fax the Moorings Finance department at 727-437-5443 to advise of a wire transfer.  Include on the fax: your name, airline, contract number, amount being wired and your return fax number.

A Refundable Racing Deposit of $2500.00 USD per yacht is mandatory for yachts participating in the race. This deposit covers racing and non-racing incidents including dinghy and outboard loss or damage. The deposit is payable upon arrival by credit card, travelers check or cash.  Personal checks are not accepted.  Spectator yachts are responsible only for a $650.00 USD deductible in the event there is damage to the yacht.

CHANGE AND CANCELLATION POLICY
A $100 late change fee will be applied each time a change is made within 30 days of the start date.  Should any portion of the fee not be paid on the designated date, The Moorings reserves the right to cancel the charter.

Should charterer default or cancel more than 90 days prior to the start date of the charter, The Moorings will refund all deposits made, less a $300.00 cancellation fee to cover expenses incurred as a result of the default or cancellation.  No refund within 90 days of the charter starts date.

RESERVATIONS AND INFORMATION - CONTACT:  Barbara Daetwyler
C/o The Moorings, 93 North Park Blvd, Clearwater, Florida 33759 USA
CALL:  (within US) 1-800-633-7348 (outside the US and Canada call 1-727-535-1446) FAX:  727-530-9747 interlineregatta@mooringsnet.com

When you book your charter for the Interline Regatta, in addition to your usual charter paperwork you will receive a few additional items specifically for Regatta participants. The Moorings has made these documents available online for those of our guests who would prefer to save time during the registration process.