What is the Northeast Ocean Race Symposium 2023?
March 25, 2023
Waltham, MA
A symposium for the three three odd-year ocean races in the northeastern United States
For the first time ever, a unique program jointly put together by the Marion-Bermuda race to provide a full day of information for sailors, crew and skippers.
There are three main Ocean races in the Northeastern US:
The Marion-Bermuda Race
The Marblehead Halifax Race
The Bermuda 1-2 Race.
The Marion-Bermuda Race is the lead organizer for the Northeast Race Symposium 2023.
During this very special day, you will be able to attend a large set of sessions and interact with fellow boaters. The goal is to help you get ready for the race or just offshore sailing and cruising.
You do not need to be enrolled in one the races to participate, the symposium is open to everyone and it is not a race requirement.
There will be a lot of panels and speakers who will talk about specific subjects related to the races but also about cruising in general.
Selected exhibitors and sponsors will also present their products and services.
The Symposium program at a glance
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March 25th, 2022
0730 - 0830 On-site Registration and Check-In
0830 - 0845 Welcome & Introduction
0845 - 0925 Crew Selection & Preparedness
0925 - 1005 Communications Options for Offshore Racers
1005 - 1020 Coffee Break and Exhibitor Browsing
1020 - 1100 Rigging Systems Maintenance & Repair
1100 - 1200 Captains’ Forum - Panel Discussion
1200 - 1240 Lunch (Buffet Sandwiches) Break & Exhibitor Browsing
1240 - 1320 Newport Bermuda Race Accident - Investigation & Recommendations
1320 - 1445 Breakout Sessions
1445 - 1500 Coffee Break and Exhibitor Browsing
1500 - 1540 Survival Navigation
1540 - 1620 Heavy Weather Management
1620 - 1700 Steering Systems - Maintenance & Repair
1700 - 1730 Gam Session & Exhibitor Browsing
Symposium Location:
Bentley University, The Conference Center
Waltham, MA
Cost:
$185 first entry / $145 subsequent entries (same boat)
Key facts about the Marion-Bermuda race:
Created in 1977
Last edition took place in 2019 (no race in 2021 due to Covid)
Next race starts on June 16, 2023
Scoring rule: ORR Performance Curve Scoring modified specifically for the Marion to Bermuda Race
Boats: Monohulls and Multihulls
The race is built upon the competitive spirit and good fellowship of Corinthian sailing.
For more information, visit Marion-Bermuda official website.
The Marblehead to Hallifax race
First edition: 1905
It is the longest running offshore ocean race in the world
Next race starts: July 9th, 2023
Scoring rules: PHRF division and undecided division
Distance: 360 miles