IDNIYRA & IDNIYA EU 2023 Fall Ballot Results


The combined 2023 IDNIYRA & IDNIYRA EU ballot closed today. The two questions on the ballot passed and will become effective on May 31, 2024.
LINK TO RESULTS

Election Results for 2023 IDNIYRA & IDNIYRA EU Fall Ballot
Previous: Notice of Electronic Ballot for Specification Changes & EPIC Agreement Amendment
Started at: October 3, 2023
Finished at: October 17, 2023
Total IDNIYRA ballots cast: 60
Total IDNIYRA EU ballots cast: 46
106 of 406 ballots cast.

Option: 1. PROPOSAL TO REVISE SPECIFICATIONS, SECTION A: FUSELAGE; SECTION B: RUNNER PLANK
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Yes – I APPROVE: 91 votes 91.00%
No – I REJECT: 9 votes 9.00%

Yes – I APPROVE wins with 91.00% of the vote.
Votes tallied: 100
Abstentions: 6

Option: 2. PROPOSAL TO AMEND THE EPIC AGREEMENT ARTICLE XI, ENFORCEMENT OF THE SPECIFICATIONS.
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Yes – I APPROVE: 84 votes 83.17%
No – I REJECT: 17 votes 16.83%

Yes – I APPROVE wins with 83.17% of the vote.
Votes tallied: 101
Abstentions: 5

Support Your Local Iceboat Swap Meet


In the world of ice sailing, Swap Meets are a cherished tradition. These gatherings offer more than just buying and selling; they’re a place to connect with other sailors. Find your first iceboat or that missing part for your project. Beyond the gear, swap meets are where the ice sailing community bonds. Meet fellow sailors, share stories, and form lasting connections. Here’s the list, starting from west to east.

MINNESOTA
Minnesota Iceboat Swap Meet
Hosted by: Tim Carlson and Sailcrafters Loft and Rigging
Date: Saturday, November 4
Time: 9 AM – Noon
Location: 7450 Oxford Street St. Louis Park, MN 55426
The annual iceboat swap meet is a great opportunity to buy and sell used iceboat gear. Or, maybe, just spend time meeting local iceboaters and asking questions about our sport. Anyone interested in iceboating is encouraged to attend. Thank you Sailcrafters ( https://sailcrafters.com/) for supporting the local iceboat community. Sailcrafters is an official UK Sails dealer, bringing world-class designs and manufacturing to the Midwest. It is a full-service loft known for its complete rigging services and for making and repairing mooring, traveling and/or storage covers. Tim Carlson can be reached at (952) 540-7474.

WISCONSIN
Menekaunee Iceboat Picnic & Swap Meet
Date: Saturday, October 14, 2023
Time:
Location: Menekaunee Harbor Park,  Ogden St, Marinette, WI 54143
Weather Permitting, complete Iceboats on exhibit. No charge to display or sell.
Buy, sell, upgrade or trade complete iceboats, parts. Upgrade your current rig. Enjoy the start of a new season, learn about iceboating. Everyone is welcome to attend. Commodore Jason Fifarek will be BBQ hamburgers and hotdogs. Food is free but this is a BYOB event, some water will be provided but you are encouraged to bring your own.

Wisconsin Iceboat Swap Meet – Hosted by the Green Lake Ice Yacht Club, Green Lake, WI
Date: Sunday, October 22, 2023
Time: 9 AM – Noon
Location: Town Square Community Center, 492 Hill St., Green Lake, WI
The Wisconsin Iceboat Swap Meet is the perfect place to check out iceboats and components for sale. The Iceboat Swap Meet is a chance to meet and learn from experienced iceboaters who are more than willing to share their insights into the sport.
More information

Delavan Yacht Club Swap Meet – Hosted by the Delavan Yacht Club
Date: Sunday, November 5, 2023
Time: 10 – 2
Location:1501 Cedar Point Dr, Delavan, WI 53115

MICHIGAN
Western Michigan Ice Yacht Club Swap Meet
Date: Saturday, November 4, 2023
Time: 9 – 1
Location: Richland Pub, 8253 N 32nd St, Richland, MI 49083

NEW ENGLAND
New England Ice Yachting Association Swap Meet & Lunch
Date: Sunday, November 19, 2023
Time: 10 AM
Location : Thompson Speedway Golf Course, 205 E Thompson Rd, Thompson, CT 06277
More information.

CANADA
Canadian Ice Force Swap Meet
Date: Saturday, October 14, 2023
Time: Noon – 4
Location: 470 Bay St. North, Hamilton, ON.
Buy, sell. Fast ice discussions. Burgers and beer. Bring your runners for sharpening. Let us know you are coming so that we have enough food. Reply to the Canadian Ice Force Facebook page or by email to Les at dldruiven@gmail.com. Park at the Leander Boat Club and walk up the path (about 50 meters).

Notice of Electronic Ballot for Specification Changes & EPIC Agreement Amendment

This is the announcement of a combined electronic ballot for members of IDNIYRA and IDNIYRA EU, although North American and European results will be available separately. There are two proposals on the ballot. Both proposals were approved for vote at the 2023 IDNIYRA Annual Governing Meeting. If you didn’t receive an electronic ballot, please check your spam folder first, and then contact secretary.idniyra@gmail.com


The election runs from October 3 – October 17, 2023.

1. PROPOSAL TO REVISE SPECIFICATIONS, SECTION A: FUSELAGE; SECTION B: RUNNER PLANK

Over the summer of 2022, the IDNIYRA Technical Committee held six online meetings to revise the wording of the Official IDNIYRA Specifications, specifically Section A (fuselage) and Section B (runner plank).

Class members in good standing are voting on the proposed changes that were published in the September 2022 Runner Tracks.
See the proposed changes here.

Their main goals were to
• Incorporate the Interpretations into Official Specifications.
• Rewrite for more user-friendly wording.
• Enrich each section with a measurement guide and measurement drawings.
• Consolidate fragmented sections.
• Eliminate loopholes and grey areas by giving more precise definitions.
• Maintain specifications.
IDNIYRA class members voted to bring the proposed changed to a class vote at the 2023 Annual Governing Meeting, held during the January 2023 World & North American Championship.

2. PROPOSAL TO AMEND THE EPIC AGREEMENT ARTICLE XI, ENFORCEMENT OF THE SPECIFICATIONS.

Amend EPIC Article XI 3. to read:
3. By an official ruling of the technical committee. Such official rulings shall prevail as supplements to the OFFICIAL SPECIFICATIONS unless and until voided by a simple majority of the membership. Proposals for such a vote will be initiated in the same way a Specification Change Proposal is made, except that a ruling that is voided will be voided immediately after a vote that overturns it.

Background: This proposal was approved for ballot at the 2023 IDNIYRA Annual Governing Meeting. Refer to the 2023 AGM minutes in February 2023 Runner Tracks for more information.

New Central Region Commodore & Regatta Schedule

Central Region Commodore Peter Johanson US5633 on Fort Peck Reservoir, Fort Peck, Montana, March 2020 PHOTO: gretchendorian.com

Join us in welcoming Peter Johanson US5633, as the new Central Region Commodore. (See a list of all Regional Commodores here.) Peter is the go-to contact for iceboating in Michigan or Ohio. He’s set the dates for the 2023 and 2024 Central Region regattas. In addition, the schedule for the North American and European DN regatta season is set, so it’s time to mark your calendar. You can always find the schedule on the Regatta Information page of this website. As always, except for the World, North American, and European Championships, regatta dates are dependent upon conditions and may change.

 

2023-2024 DN REGATTA SCHEDULE

  • 2023 WESTERN CHALLENGE – A non-ranking, unsanctioned, no-scoring fun regatta
    Dates: December 1 – 3, 2023
    Location:  Best ice in Minnesota
    Information: This website or iceboating.net
  • 2023 CENTRAL REGION CHAMPIONSHIP
    Date:
    December 2023, first available ice following the Western Challenge.
    Location: Michigan or Ohio
    Information: This website
  • 2024 WESTERN REGIONAL CHAMPIONSHIP
    Dates: January 6-7, 2024
    Location:  MN, WI, IA, IL, UP of MI, or IN
    Information: This website
  • 2024 SENIOR SHUFFLE – A non-ranking, unsanctioned, fun regatta in the manner of the EU Grand Master Regatta. More information.
    Dates: January 8 – 10, three days after Western Region Championship
    Location: Same location as Western Region Championship
    Information: This website,  iceboat.org
  • 2024 CENTRAL REGION CHAMPIONSHIP
    Date: January 13 – 14, 2024
    Location: Best ice in Michigan or Ohio, TBA
    Information: This website
  • 2024 WORLD CHAMPIONSHIP 50TH ANNIVERSARY CELEBRATION & 2024 EUROPEAN CHAMPIONSHIP
    Continental Ranking Regattas
    Date:
    February 3 – 10, 2024
    Host: Lithuania
    Location: Best ice in Europe
    Information: idniyra.eu
  • 2024 DN & ICE OPTIMIST JUNIOR WORLD & EUROPEAN CHAMPIONSHIP 
    Date: February 3 – 10, 2024 – In conjunction with the World & European Championship
    Host: Lithuania
    Location: Best ice in Europe
    Information: idniyra.eu
  • 2024 NORTH AMERICAN CHAMPIONSHIP
    A Continental Ranking Regatta
    Date: February 25 –  March 2, 2024
    Host: Eastern Lakes Region
    Information: This website
    Contact information: Deb Whitehorse
  • GRAND MASTERS CHAMPIONSHIP
    Date: February 27 – February 29, 2024
    Host: Finland
    Location: Best ice in Finland or Sweden
    Information: DN Finland
  • EASTERN LAKES CHAMPIONSHIP
    Date: TBA
    Location: Best ice in the Eastern Region (see Regions map, it’s a big area)
    Information: This website, the NEIYA
  • CANADIAN CHAMPIONSHIP
    Date: TBA
    Location: Best ice in Canada
    Information: This website
  • NEW ENGLAND CHAMPIONSHIP
    Date: TBA
    Location: Best ice in New England
    Information: NEIYA

Runner Tracks Newsletter September 2023

This issue offers insights from Robert Cummins US3433 on efficiently organizing and trailering your DN. Whether you are an experienced ice boater or a newcomer, Runner Tracks is the ultimate resource for everything related to ice boating. Check out the complete online library here.

IN THIS ISSUE

  • The Perfect DN Trailer by Robert Cummins
  • DN Quick Build by Deb Whitehorse with Commentary by Warren Nethercote
  • Traveling Trophy by Julie Jankowski

Get this issue in a full color soft cover book for $20.

Expressing Gratitude

After the 2023 IDNIYRA World Championship, a group of participants took up a collection to recognize PRO Pat Heppert’s exceptional dedication. Daniel Hearn selected action shots of Pat, captured by Cathy Firmbach, and commissioned a company to create an awe-inspiring 3D photo montage.

Yesterday, Pat was presented with his gift at Daniel’s shop, where he joined a gathering of fellow ice sailors busy preparing Nite masts. During his visit, he also took the chance to organize the DN Western Region equipment, a significant portion of which had been generously contributed by retired PRO Dan Heaney. Pat will join us again for the North American Championship on February 25 – March 2, 2024.