Port Huron Racers Packet
 

As promised, I have submitted the racers packet to OPA, and I am just waiting for them to upload it to the website.

All the information is in there, with the exception of any maps. There were some last minute changes, and the maps need to be recreated now. They will be up by Monday at the latest though.

However, the racers packet (minus maps), should be up tonight, as soon as OPA puts them onto the website.

Courtney
International Offshore Powerboat Race
Chairman

Thank You Courtney

Thanks Courtney!!!

1 quick question, With the packet stating that all paperwork in registration must be signed before entry into the pits, is there a staging area that we can park, while not blocking traffic, so this can be handled and then be permitted into the pit area for further assignment?

Yes, Desmond Landing is an11 acre area down by the water, that is slightly secluded from the main road. We do have an area designated as the staging area, and when the maps are released come Monday, you will see where it is located on the premises.

Also when you guys come into town, we will have people on sight ready to direct you.

I don't know if you are attending the St.Clair Race the weekend before, but I wonder if we could have people register for Port Huron as well at St.Clair? In your opinion, would that help out some of the racers?

Let me know what you think, and I will see if it is even a possibility.

Thanks,
Courtney

Thanks for the insight Courtney and more importantly thank you and your staff in advance for all the hard work and effort to bring us into your town.

As far as doing the paper work in St Clair,which I think would be great, however, I think that insurance and waiver restrictions prevent them being signed in advance of the actual event, but keep in mind I'm just a racer, I am not in the know either way. I would suggest you consult Allan/Smitty to get a definitive answer.

Thanks again,
Trent

http://oparacing.org/images/Port_Hur...t-_7-22-11.pdf

August 5th – 7th, 2011
RACE VILLAGE
Desmond Landing
-Located In Downtown Port Huron, MI
Directions:
From the West: Follow Eastbound I-94 to Port Huron. Take I-69 business loop exit to
Downtown Port Huron. Follow I-69 BL until it merges with Oak Street.
Follow Oak Street to the end, where it intersects 3rd Street.
Turn Left (North) on 3rd Street.
From the North: Follow I-69 East to Port Huron. Take I-69 business loop exit to
Downtown Port Huron. Follow I-69 BL until it merges with Oak Street.
Follow Oak Street to the end, where it intersects 3rd Street.
Turn Left (North) on 3rd Street.
HOST HOTEL
Thomas Edison Inn
500 Thomas Edison Parkway
Port Huron, MI 48060
(800) 451-7991 / (810) 984-8000
Rate Code: OFFSHORE POWERBOAT RACES
ALTERNATIVE LODGING
Waterfront RV Site
See Map (Page 6) For Location
*Note: First come first serve basis. NO pets allowed on the premises designated “RV Area.”
There is NO running water on site. Generators ARE permitted.
Further information, and reservations, contact Marci Fogal at (810) 987-8687.
AIRPORTS
Detroit Metropolitan/Wayne County International Airport (DTW)
Major Base Airlines: Delta & Spirit Airlines
Additional: Air Tran, American, Continental, Southwest, United, U.S. Airways
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Room Rates As Follows:
Partial Water View $140.00++
Street Side $130.00++
Water View $155.00++
Parlor Suite $245.00++
Required minimum stay of three (3) nights
per room, (Th - Sat OR Fri - Sun)
Rate: $400.00
Arrival: Thursday, August 4th
Departure: Monday, August 8th
August 5th – 7th, 2011
RACERS INFORMATION
Registration 405 Water Street (Next to wet pits), 1st floor conference room.
You MUST come to registration, and sign ALL waivers, BEFORE
setting up in Race Village. Registration opens Friday, August 5th, 2011
and runs from 12:00–4:00 p.m. Saturday, August 6th, 2011
registration will be open from 10:00-4:00 p.m.
Race Village Desmond Landing- Downtown Port Huron
Wet Pit & Crane Desmond Marine, 207 Water Street, Port Huron, MI 48060
Fuel Dock IMPORTANT: There will be NO fueling truck.
Fuel docks are located at Desmond Marine (Wet Pits). The 3 types of
fuel available for purchase are as follows;
- 89 Octane (Ethanol blend, under 10%)
- E3-90 (Ethanol Free)
- Diesel
All fuel will be sold at it's current market price.
Driver Meetings 405 Water Street (Next to wet pits), 1st floor conference room.
Mandatory for all drivers.
Physicals 405 Water Street (Next to wet pits), 1st floor conference room.
Mandatory for all drivers.
Dunker YMCA- Maybelle P. Kurzweil Aquatic Center, 1525 3rd Street
Sunday, August 7th from 8-10 a.m.
Launch Ramp 12th Street Boat Ramp, (See Map, Pages 3 & 7)
Testing Scheduled testing with Medical and Rescue coverage will be on
Saturday, August 6th from 11:00 AM - 3:00 PM. You MUST check IN
AND OUT with race control, and monitor channel VHF 78A while
on the water.
Note: While testing, RULES OF THE ROAD apply to all race boats, at all
times. Observe all posted speed limits. Please operate your boat in a
courteous manner, at all times.
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RACERS INFORMATION (CONTINUED)
Awards Ceremony Main Stage, which will be located along Desmond Landing.
Prize Distribution $40,000.00 Prize Purse
Dress Code Please maintain a professional appearance at all times. Team
uniforms are mandatory at all official functions sponsored by
race hosts, meetings and events.
Helmets Helmets are mandatory for all riding crew, at all times, while on
plane. This is a state law in Michigan.
Wash-Down Desmond Marine, 207 Water Street, Port Huron, MI 48060
Broadcast The races will be broadcast live on AM 1380 (WPHM).
OVERVIEW OF VENUES
(Additional Map On Page 6)
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2011 AMSOIL OFFSHORE POWERBOAT SERIES SANCTIONED BY OPA
1ST INTERNATIONAL OFFSHORE CHALLENGE- EVENTS SCHEDULE
Thursday- August 4 th , 2011
Boats begin arriving to Race Village
Friday- August 5 th , 2011
Noon – 4:00 p.m. OPA Racers Registration (405 Water Street, Next to wet pits)
2:00 p.m. Race Village Opens To Public
6:00 p.m. Opening Ceremonies- Desmond Landing (Main Stage)
7:00 – 8:00 p.m. OPA Racers Driver Meeting (405 Water Street, Next to wet pits)
Midnight Race Village Closes
Saturday – August 6 th , 2011
7:00 – 9:00 a.m. OPA Dunker/Swim Test – YMCA- Maybelle P. Kurzweil Aquatic Center,
1525 3rd Street, Port Huron, MI 48060
10:00 – 4:00 p.m. OPA Racers Registration (405 Water Street, Next to wet pits)
10:30 – 3:30 p.m. Race Control In Operation (Time Trials)
10:30 – 6:00 p.m. Crane In Operation
11:00 – 3:00 p.m. Testing (RULES OF THE ROAD IN EFFECT)
Noon Race Village Opens
4:30 p.m. * Canadian Autograph Session – Sarnia Bay Marina, Ontario
*See Note * ALL Drives MUST be listed on Manifest to attend!!
Departure will be from Desmond Marine. Event starts at 4:30 p.m., please
arrive at Desmond by 4:00 p.m. for Border Patrol clearance.
8:00 p.m. U.S. Driver Meet & Greet/ Autograph Session
Midnight Race Village Closes
Sunday – August 7 th , 2011
7:00 a.m. OPA Racers Physicals (405 Water Street, Next to wet pits)
9:00 a.m. OPA Racers Driver Meeting (405 Water Street, Next to wet pits)
9:00 a.m. OPA Racers Safety Meeting (405 Water Street, Next to wet pits)
11:00 a.m. Crane In Operation
11:00 – 5:00 p.m. OPA Race Control In Operation
Noon Race Village Opens
12:00 p.m. Race Starts (Tentatively)
4:30 p.m. Awards Ceremony, Immediately Following Conclusion of Race
9:00 p.m. Race Village Closes
Disclaimer- due to circumstances beyond our control i.e.; weather that is deemed hazardous and unsafe shall be postponed in hourly durations, up until the time that Offshore Events
and/or OPA officials cancel the event. Neither Offshore Events or OPA shall be held liable for events canceled due to circumstances beyond their control. Offshore Events shall make a good
faith effort to reschedule the events. Offshore Events shall make reasonable efforts to ensure accuracy of the information provided in its printed material and website. Due to the
possibility of unauthorized access to the sites, data transmission errors, changes to source material made since the last update to the sites, or other human or mechanical errors, the
information contained on these sites should not be deemed reliable for legal purposes. Please contact Offshore Events at [email protected].
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RACER INFORMATION
Entry Fees Entry fee for all OPA classes is $1,000 per boat, and good
for the 2011 season. Each individual member is $150.
Broadcast & Media Coverage Long Haul Productions- Television Crew
Traffic Pattern In/Out Traffic flow diagram is included (Page 9). Dry pit manager
Race Village and staff can provide additional assistance and guidance.
Hot/Wet Pit Areas The Hot and Wet Pit areas in Port Huron are managed by
a seasoned team, which includes public safety and law
enforcement personnel. All persons MUST comply with
the direction of Hot Pit Manager or his staff. No
unauthorized persons will be allowed in the hot or wet
pits without the proper arm band and correct clothing.
NO open toed shoes will be permitted. Failure to comply
with written rules will result in the person(s) being
subject to personal and team fines and/or penalties.
Direction of Hot Pits Manager and/or Staff is FINAL!
Hot Pits Manager: Brian Kowalski
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Wahoo,

Got a question for ya...I dont see any map showing about boat ramp from the link shown above. Can you fix the problem?

Thanks,
Chris

No. Follow the link