2015 US Dory Eliminations This Saturday, May 30th 8:30 AM at Niles Beach, Gloucester

Editors Note:  if you’re from someplace else and you really want to immerse yourself in a great Gloucester tradition that doesn’t happen in Plainville USA, then here’s your plan-

You get up and head down East Main Street past our dock (Captain Joe and Sons) past Brown’s Yacht Yard, past Duckworth’s Bistrot, past Beacon Marine and you stop at Last Stop Variety and you grab  coffee and some of their incredible muffins and then you venture on past to Niles Beach to watch the eliminations.  It is such a Gloucester thing and filled with excitement and beauty.  There you, go, I just laid it out there for you, now get to it!

Saturday, May 30th 8:30 AM at Niles Beach, Gloucester
US Dory Races

Dory Races

Saturday, May 30th 8:30 @ Niles Beach

The IDRC will host it’s annual Elimination races this Saturday to determine which teams will represent the US against our Canadian rivals for the International titals in 5 categories (Mixed-Doubles, Junior Men, Women, Senior Men, & Masters).  This is a great opportunity to see modern day competition in boats from our seafaring past.
Expectations are for some very exciting races, with last years June Champs Mike Mitchell/Vito Giacalone and August Champs Dylan/Clayton Morrissey returning to competition.  Also, competing in the Senior Men Division will be some former International Champs Sanfillipo/Duval, Harrington/Dombrowski, and Tarrantino/Cominelli.  You don’t want to miss this!
All IDRC members are welcome to compete, but must register Friday, May 29th 6PM at St. Peter’s Square in Gloucester (or via email before sign-ups).  These races are for teams only, so you must have a partner to sign up.  And, membership dues must be paid prior to competing.  Please share this email with friends and family, as all are encouraged to come down and check it out.