Rules of Frisco Rowing Center at Lake Dillon
As a current member of Frisco Rowing Center, one who has paid this year’s
membership fees, completed an application, and signed waiver forms, you are entitled
to use FRC facilities and equipment. You are also required to know boating
safety rules and to be able to reenter a shell when if you flip. You are also
expected to follow the FRC policies and rules listed below.
Everyone who rows a club boat,
or ever intends to row a club boat without a coaching launch nearby, must pass
the Captain's test.
The swim/flip test is separate from the Captain's test. It is not mandatory, but
highly recommended. We will be conducting these tests from time to time during
the season.
Be advised that rowing privileges may be revoked by the Board of Directors, for
failure to safely comply with club rules.
Shell Selection. FRC
makes a variety of single shells and multiple seat shells available to
members. Some are appropriate for beginners, others for intermediate
level rowers, still others for more advanced rowers or racers. Row
only the classes of shells that are suitable for your ability level.
If you are unsure about which shells are best for you, consult a coach.
Always return your boat and oars to the same rack you removed them from.
Boat reservation sheet: you can only reserve club boats 3 times in the same week; know how to check the sheet to see if anyone else has a boat reserved
Log book. FRC maintains a monitored logbook to keep track of members
on the lake, to convey lake conditions to fellow rowers, and to note problems
with boats. All rowers, including private boat owners, must log out each
time they row and log in when they return.
Personal Flotation Devices (PFD). For safety, wear a personal flotation device or have
one on board each time you row. FRC -owned life vests can be worn
comfortably while rowing
Traffic Pattern. Unless prohibited by weather follow the prescribed traffic
pattern on the map. In general row out on the right side of the lake and row
counterclockwise around bays.
Buddy up for safety. All rowers are encouraged to row in pairs
or groups
Youth rowers. Youth members (under age 18) may use FRC boats
and equipment only when under the direct supervision of a coach during
rowing sessions designated specifically for youth. Rowers under 18 who
want to use their own boats and equipment without the level of supervision
described here can do so if their parents or legal guardians agree to it in
writing and absolve FRC of all liability
Damage to boats. If damage (besides normal wear and tear) occurs to any FRC
boat, each rower using the boat at the time the damage occurs shall be
responsible to FRC for the lesser of $100 or the actual cost of repair. This
responsibility applies during any use (including but not limited to) use on the
water, transport to the water, or transport to an event.
Transporting boats. Any member wanting to transport an FRC boat to a regatta or
other rowing location must obtain prior permission from the board.
Launch use. Only members designated by the board may operate FRC
coaching launches and only for official activities
Use of shells and oars:
Before Rowing: Close the hatch, and examine shell for damage or unsafe
conditions (such as missing drain plug, hatch, or seat, loose rigger, oarlock,
or foot stretcher). Fix any problems before rowing, or red-tag with a tag from
the shed, log problems, and choose another shell.
After Your Row: Wipe down all equipment taken on the water. (inside,
outside, caring especially for oarlocks and seat tracks) and oars.
Storage: Carry the boat to its designated rack—the one with the
same label as the shell--place it bow in or out (depending on the label which
should be showing), and strap it down. Close the oarlock gates, open the hatch.
Return the oars. Remember to tag unsafe
equipment.
Log-out. Include comments on equipment, weather conditions or other matters as needed.
Weather
Lightning: DO NOT row during
storms involving lightning. If you can see lightning, even at what seems to be quite
a distance, DO NOT LAUNCH. If you spot lightning while on the water, HEAD BACK
TO the marina IMMEDIATELY. If it starts to storm before you get back, pull into
the nearest shore and wait it out.
Wind, more than 5 mph, take out a
more stable boat or don’t row that day. White caps, forget it.
sun is almost always stronger than
you think. Protect yourself with sunscreen. Wear a hat or visor. Take a
bottle of water with you (and drink it!) *
FRC members who do not follow rules and policies risk having their rowing privileges suspended or revoked.