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Our second annual Oktoberfest is quickly approaching on Saturday, October 5—this event is open to the public and a great opportunity to share what our club has to offer! Our friends from Germany, Marcus and Rene, will be back to put on this special social. Get your tickets soon, as the event is likely to sell out here! Member pricing and their respective household members are $30, non-members are $40, and kids 6-12 are $10. Under 6 are free! This year, we have added an Oompah band and an inflatable obstacle course for the kids, bringing fun for all ages to the event.

NEEDED: Members Volunteering for Social Committee

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All,

My three year term as social chair for WRYC is coming to a close at the start of the new year. The past three years brought many events, fun, and a baby to WRYC! Alas, my cup has runneth over, and need a replacement for my spot on the board.


My time as social chair taught me one major thing—this particular position needs a village, not a sole hero. Our club is run on volunteers—I know many of you have served your time over the years, and I appreciate your efforts. We need to have newer members with fresh ideas and drive to continue to make this club fun! I am proposing a Social Committee—one member of the committee can be a voting member of the board, but the idea is to have numerous people to help plan events, strong-arm some volunteers, and execute events at the club to prevent burnout, and introduce newer faces.

The social committee members would not have to attend or work every single event, but rather be able to assist hosts of events, gather volunteers, and support the events that happen at WRYC.

If you are interested in being one of many of the committee, please reach out to Autumn (bariautumn@gmail.com) or the WRYC email, wareriveryc@gmail.com. Thank you!

Social Reminder

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A friendly reminder: Social event fees are kept as low as possible. WRYC does not make money on Socials. Therefore, Member pricing is for the WRYC Member(s) and their Member family household. All Guests and visiting family members are welcome to attend Socials at the Non-member price. Thank you!

Our Socials are all facilitated by Member Volunteers. Please consider Hosting a Social with fellow Members.

From the Helm

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The club has been very busy getting ready for the 60th Virginia Governor’s Cup. Special thanks to Jim Garrett, Scott Titus, and Joe Morgan for getting the regatta together. There are a lot of people working behind the scenes as well getting the meals sorted, programs made, and getting the grounds ready, they have all been amazing!

The Board looked over the House Rules and decided to make some minor changes. The updated rules have been sent out. These updates clarify existing rules. One of the updates was to answer the frequently asked question of whether members have access to the club during rentals. The short answer is yes, you are free to use the ramp, dock, and access the boats. However, be respectful of the renters and let their special day go off without a hitch.

There are some upcoming events including Labor Day, details about that will be sent out by the social chair. The Oktoberfest is in the planning phase as well. Mark your calendars for October 5 and invite your friends. Rene and Marcus are making a special trip from Germany again this year to put it on for us.

The socials are always a fun time, but remember they can only happen with your help! If you would like to get involved with socials, let Autumn know at bariautumn@gmail.com.

Please go use and enjoy the club!