November 20, 2022 Newsletter
Happy Thanksgiving NMRC Family,
Winter is not kidding around. As a white-out descended last Wednesday night in Cedar, 8 rowers dug in for a fun Erg and floor workout including lots of stretching, medicine ball, yoga and pilates moves. We ended with a timed relay that got hearts going and inspired laughs as teammates attempted speedy Erg handoffs in a tight race! We are opening our Wednesday nights to the community. Please let friends who have been curious about our club know about this program offering. There is a $10 suggested donation for non-members. The next class will be November, 30th.
Planning Sessions Have Begun!
12 members gathered at Solon Township Hall for our first Planning Session after the Wednesday class. Top priorities identified were Season 2023 Programming and Fee Structure, Member Outreach and Retention, Fundraising and Grant Writing, as well as New Rower Integration. It was immediately clear that NMRC members bring diverse knowledge and experiences to the table that will insure we build and sustain the vision of a member run club. We need your help! We would love to have more members involved in the planning process because we value everyone’s input.
Our next Planning Session will be on Dec. 7th, 7-8pm at Solon Twp Hall focused on Programming. Please contact Mindy Hawley, at mindy@northernmichiganrowing.club if you can’t make the meetings but have specific interests and ideas for the club!
2022 Rowing Season in Pictures
Please help us update the NMRC website this winter. If you have a few favorite images from 2022, please send them to Diane at diham0675@gmail.com
NMRC’s YouTube Channel
If you haven’t already, take a moment to check out the NMRC YouTube channel at http://www.youtube.com/@northernmichiganrowing. There are over 100 videos! Coach Joe Carter filmed the videos as he coached at Solon Twp Park. Please consider telling your friends and family about our channel and post it on your social media pages. We have 14 followers…Let’s get more people interested and excited to try rowing with us!
Gear Up for the Holidays!
Stuff those stockings and save 15% on all in-stock NMRC merch between now and the end of the year. We now have shipping available for all of you snowbirds. Shop online and use discount code HOLIDAY15 at checkout. Support your club and get a great deal on quality NMRC merch for yourself and as holiday gifts for others!
http://www.northernmichiganrowing.club/shop/wearables
Winter Training Opportunities
Pilates at Camille’s Body Shop (as well as Cardio and Hiit classes suited for all ages) in Maple City off of East Valley Rd. http://www.camillesbodyshop.info/ She has an excellent pilates class MWF 9:15am weekly. Her classes are affordable at $7 drop-in, $5 per class monthly pay ahead, or $50 monthly unlimited (gets you all the recordings of her classes as well!). She has in-studio and virtual options. Her zoom classes are very popular during the winter months and recorded if 9:15am doesn’t work for you. She is wanting to offer a Tuesday or Thursday evening class if she has interest.
TACR has a coached erg program in Traverse city at Elite Fitness. If you are interested, they are very interested in including NMRC members. https://tacrowing.org/programs/#indoor-rowing-beginners
Wildfire Fitness Sandbell Class led by Amy Sparks located in the old Norris school building on M22 and Cherry Bend Rd. Three NMRC members attended the Sandbell Class last week and loved it! First class is free. Try it out this week at 1 pm class on Tue 11/22 or 10am Wed 11/23. Contact Elizabeth at elizabeth@lakefamilies.com if you have questions.
Summary Upcoming Events
Nov 23- Erging Class will not take place on this Wednesday.
Dec 7- Wednesday Night Erg Class 5:30pm-7pm at Solon Township Hall
Dec 7- Planning Session 7-8pm at Solon Twp Hall
We will continue taking 2022 Season Member Survey. The link is available in the iCrew Store.
We are an all volunteer organization making rowing affordable in Northern Michigan. To do that, we require community support. We are hoping you consider NMRC for your end of year tax-deductible donating.
This Thanksgiving we are grateful for our members and club supporters. We hope you have a wonderful time with your family and friends.
NMRC’s mission is to promote and provide recreational and competitive rowing opportunities and instruction to people of all ages, income levels, and physical abilities throughout Northern Michigan. If you or someone you know is interested in rowing but feel your income or physical ability may get in the way, please reach out to members@northernmichiganrowing.club
Northen Michigan Rowing
8215 S Lake Shore Dr
Cedar, MI 49621
USA