by Deb Whitehorse | Dec 8, 2024 | 2024, 2024 DN Western Championship, Home Page
2024 DN Western Region Championship
Notice of Race
Sailing Instructions
Registered Competitors
Via Western Region Commodore Chris Berger:
The 2024 DN Western Region Championship has been called on for Lake Minnewaska in Starbuck, MN, scheduled for December 14–15, 2024.
The International Skeeter Association (ISA) Regatta has also been called on for the same location. This collaborative event promises an exciting weekend of ice sailing for all participating fleets.
Final confirmation will be posted by noon on Wednesday, December 11, 2024. Stay tuned for updates, and we look forward to seeing you on the ice!
The DN Western Region faced weather challenges last season, which postponed the 2024 Western Region Championship. However, it’s still 2024, and it’s time to try again in December!
Western Region scouts will be hunting for ice in hopes of holding the 2024 Western Region Championship on one of the following upcoming weekends:
December 14–15
December 21–22
December 28–29
If you registered and paid for the 2024 Western Region Championship back in January, you do not need to pay again . However, it is mandatory to submit proof of liability insurance in order to compete. Please email your proof of liability insurance to: secretary.idniyra@gmail.com.
If you didn’t register and pay last January, registration will reopen if the regatta is called on. Stay prepared, and let’s hope for great ice!
by Deb Whitehorse | Dec 4, 2024 | 2024, Home Page
Aerial shot of Lake Minnewaska from Tuesday, December 3, 2024 from a local pilot.
Via Tim Oelschlager US5050:
Great Western Challenge Called ON
December 6, 7 and 8th Lake Minnewaska, Starbuck MN
We have ICE !!!!!
Attention all DN sailors: The Great Western Challenge is called on
It’s time to get the whole gang back together, everyone is welcome. The Western Challenge is an informal, fun regatta for DNs. Sailors of all abilities are encouraged to attend. Come learn about DN sailing, test your gear, meet up with friends, and do some scrub racing.
The Fun starts on Friday, always the best day. We will keep posting any updates here as they are available.
Think Ice.
LAUNCH
Launch area at Starbuck City park / beach
521 S Main Street Starbuck MN 56381
Waters Edge bar and Restaurant is right next to the launch site.
Map
LODGING
Lakes area Inn Starbuck MN
604 N Main St, Starbuck, MN 56381
(320) 239-4300
Super 8 by Wyndham Glenwood
340 County Rd 21 S, Glenwood, MN 56334
(320) 334-2254
Baymont by Wyndham Glenwood
100 15th St SE, Glenwood, MN 56334
(320) 634-6017
GrandStay Hotel & Suites Glenwood
114 Minnesota Ave E, Glenwood, MN 56334
(320) 334-3700
by Deb Whitehorse | Dec 2, 2024 | 2024, Home Page
Minnesota Ice Sailing Website
The 2024 Western Challenge, an informal ice sailing gathering, is tentatively scheduled for December 6–8 at Lake Minnewaska in Starbuck, Minnesota. Over the past two days, several Minnesota DNers and a few lucky guests from the east and west coasts have been enjoying some early-season sailing on Minnewaska.
But wait – that’s not all. An inch of fluffy snow fell last night, covering the already hoar-frosted ice. The forecast for Wednesday predicts winds of 20–30 mph, with gusts up to 40 mph, raising concerns that the snow might form drifts. The ice will be inspected late Wednesday, with a final confirmation posted on the evening of December 4.
What to know:
2024 Western Challenge
Dates: December 6 – 8
Location: Tentatively Lake Minnewaska, Starbuck, MN
Next Update: Wednesday evening, December 4
by Deb Whitehorse | Dec 2, 2024 | 2025, Home Page
The 2025 IDNIYRA Yearbook is now available for purchase in print format. A pdf version without the member lists is posted here on this website. The IDNIYRA Yearbook contains a wealth of information. In its over 300 pages, you can find regatta history, a record of class officers, Official DN Specifications, our governing documents, and much more. Those who have ordered a printed yearbook will receive it in the mail in the next few weeks.
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From the Yearbook:
EARLY HISTORY OF THE IDNIYRA
On February 21 and 22, 1953 the Detroit Ice Yacht Club sponsored a regatta to bring the DN skippers together to help form an association. A meeting of the skippers was held at this regatta and two representatives from each club present were chosen to outline a constitution for the association. North Star Sail Club was represented by John Liston and Fred Kagel; Anchor Bay Ice Yacht Club by Tom King and A. J. Walker; Detroit Ice Yacht Club by William Sarns and Clifford Cartwright. The representatives met at the home of the Cartwrights the following Sunday afternoon and briefly outlined a constitution. William Sarns was elected to serve as temporary secretary and to compose the constitution. The secretary prepared a constitution and sent out copies to the representatives in the following fall. They were returned to the secretary along with desired changes. The changes that the majority wanted were incorporated and 200 copies were printed. A copy was sent out to each individual who attended the first regatta and others who were interested. On January 17, 1954 the Northwestern Ice Yachting Association passed a resolution that they would accept the DN Association’s specifications for their DN races which are now included in their annual regatta.
On January 7, 1954 the North Star Sail Club offered to be host for the annual regatta. There were no other offers so theirs was accepted. Sixty-two programs were sent out on February 1 for the regatta scheduled for February 20 and 21. On February 19 the regatta was transferred to Cass Lake because of poor ice at the North Star Club House on Lake St. Clair. The first five DN’s in this regatta were: (1) Jack Moran, (2) Skip Boston, (3) Paul Eggert, (4) Bill Sporer, and (5) Bill Sarns.
by Deb Whitehorse | Dec 1, 2024 | 2025, 2025 DN GOLD CUP & NORTH AMERICAN CHAMPIONSHIP, Home Page
2025 Worlds & NA Home Page
Registration for the 2025 DN Gold Cup World & North American Championship, hosted by Central Region Commodore Peter Johanson, is officially open, along with the release of the Notice of Race. This is your opportunity to secure your spot in one of the most exciting events on the DN calendar.
This year, we’ve made some updates to streamline procedures and make the event run as smoothly as possible. Here’s what you need to know about registration deadlines for inclusion in the starting position draw:
- Key Date: To be included in the random draw for starting positions, competitors must register and submit proof of $300,000 liability insurance by January 30, 2025. Submit your insurance early by emailing to secretary.idniyra@gmail.com
- If you register or submit proof of insurance after this date, don’t worry—you’re still welcome to compete, but starting positions will be assigned instead of being part of the random draw.
European and Junior Skippers:
- European and Junior skippers are not subject to a late fee penalty.
- European competitors are not subject to registration deadlines but must attend Check-In at the regatta site.
- European competitors are requested to notify the Class Secretary at secretary.idniyra@gmail.com that they will be attending.
We hope these updates will make planning easier for competitors and ensure a smooth kickoff to the event.
Friendly reminder: Don’t wait until the last minute—get registered early and take care of your insurance requirements so you can focus on what really matters: getting on the ice!
Stay tuned for more updates as we get closer to the event.
Register here: Link
See you on the ice!
by Deb Whitehorse | Nov 30, 2024 | 2024, Home Page
Via Central Region Commodore Peter Johanson:
Cold weather is coming to Michigan, 2024. The Central Region Championship still on hold, stand by.
2024 DN Western Region Championship
