welcome !!
in september, 2009, the sailing world will converge in
newport to celebrate the legendary 6 metre class hosting their
championships, the 6
metre world cup.
on behalf of all of the volunteers and coordinators
involved, we look forward to hosting all of our guests for a
magnificent regatta second to none.
please enjoy this newsletter and look for regular
updates with useful information and interesting stories to prepare
and excite you as the event draws near.
we hope you join us for this historic event.
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six metre
presentation
tuesday dec. 2nd
toby rodes will
be in newport to provide a magnificent presentation on the
history and development of this legendary class.
expect beautiful
photos and unique stores about the who's, what's, when's, and where's
of this unique class and their significance in the yachting world.
-- IYRS
restoration hall, thames st, newport
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newporters
wanted
you too can be part of this
great event.
show off our
famous hospitality to the world!
whether it's to
host a sailor / crew in your home, lend a mooring for visiting
yachts, or just act as a local liaison for int'l guests to help
direct them to places to stay, places to eat, or where to find the
local sailmaker, it will prove to be a rewarding experience.
contact peggy
comfort to learn more.
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our hosts
a special
thank you goes out to our hosts for this event,
this organization is held in the highest esteem both
nationally and internationally as one of the premier regatta
management organizations in the country.
just in the past few years they've hosted the u.s.
oympic trials and the j-24 worlds.
sail newport is
conveniently located at ft. adams, alongside the museum of yachting
(regatta hq) with waterfront facilities to berth all of our visiting
6 metres. read more .. www.sailnewport.org
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