Stingray Ratings plus Message from John Dodge - Pres CBYRA
on Friday September 3, 2004 11:32AM
John Dodge sends the following message:
To the sailors of FBYC,
This time of year is always special for me as my thoughts drift to Fishing Bay, the regatta Jim Rogers and I founded in memory of Brent Halsey, Jr., and the pride I felt in chairing that event from its beginning in 1995 through 1999. The explosion of popularity of the event, growing from 24 boats it's first year to a record 100 in '99, was a tribute to the entire FBYC community and I thank everyone for making it such a successful event under extremely heartbreaking circumstances.
I have taken much of what I learned in those five years and have tried to apply many of the lessons I learned to my new position as Regatta Chairman for the CBYRA Annapolis Race Week which also begins Saturday. While I am extremely proud to be serving as president of CBYRA and to chair this position, you should know that deep down my heart drifts to Fishing Bay and the regatta you will be hosting this weekend.
May the wind gods be on your doorstep and the ideals of this event never waiver. To have fun, enjoy the commradrie of your fellow sailor, and to remember in your hearts why this event was founded.
Good sailing,
John Dodge