December 5, 2022 Newsletter

Hello NMRC,

December is a good time to wistfully look back at our (mostly) sunny and (sometimes) warm 2022 rows with gratitude and satisfaction. We are building a great club!

Planning Session

Talking about building, join us Wednesday Dec. 7th, 7-8pm at Solon Twp Hall for our next NMRC planning session. We will be on focused on programming and rowing fee plans.

We will be offering audio (not video) access to the meeting.

There will be opportunities to participate at the start of the meeting, at the end of the meeting, and during
each topic.

To join remotely, click the Zoom link:
https://us06web.zoom.us/j/4959859798?pwd=SDMvN0F3QnRmcklEMmt1dXEwZ2NTdz09
OR dial-in via the phone number (ID & passcode required):
Dial in: +1 309 205 3325 US
Meeting ID: 495 985 9798
Passcode: 857360

Please contact mindy@northernmichiganrowing.club if you can’t make the meetings but have an idea to share with the club!

Work Out Opportunities:

Wednesday Night ERGing resumes this Wednesday Dec. 7th at 5:30pm at Solon Two Hall. Note: This opportunity will continue as long as we have interest and available rowing machines to utilize. Poor road conditions will be evaluated day-of and a club-wide email will go out if it is cancelled. If there is ever a question about the class, reach out to Mindy via text at 231-714-7457.

Pilates at Camille’s Body Shop http://www.camillesbodyshop.info/Both in-person and on zoom.

TACR has a coached erg program in Traverse City at Elite Fitness. https://tacrowing.org/programs/#indoor-rowing-beginners

Wildfire Fitness Sandbell Class located in the old Norris school building on M22 and Cherry Bend Rd. Amy Sparks is offering December specials so you can get more workout for less money. Check them out! https://www.vagaro.com/us04/wildfirefitness

Do you have a great class to recommend? Email elizabeth@lakefamilies.com

More Rowing Resources:

Check out Faster Masters at https://fastermastersrowing.com

Faster Masters offers a variety of resources on fitness and technique through a weekly newsletter and podcast, webinars, training programs and more. Founding NMRC Member Melissa Dow shared this resource and says: “I have been doing this program for four years and can’t say enough about the excellent training and support.”

Reminders:

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!

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

End of Year Gift to NMRC

Make your year-end gift to NMRC today! Your gift will help us acquire much needed equipment and make necessary repairs to our fleet. To receive a 2022 tax deduction, all gifts must be postmarked or made online on or before today, December 31.

My gift to NMRC!

Summary Upcoming Events

Dec 7- Wednesday Night Erg Class 5:30pm-7pm at Solon Township Hall

Dec 7- Planning Session 7-8pm at Solon Twp Hall

Dec 14- Wednesday Night Erg Class 5:30pm-7pm at Solon Township Hall

Thank you very much for your participation and support!

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