Catalina owners from all over Southern New England are flocking to New Bedford to see what's new at Catalina, hear from Company spokespersons and enjoy the party in New Bedford, MA. Sign up now to be part of the fun. LISCA has incorporated the weekend into this year's summer cruise so you can enjoy it ALL!
The registration area is active on the Catalina website.
$145.00 per adult · $95.00 for young adults 13-19 $65.00 for children 6-12 · Children 5 and under are free
REGISTRATION closes on Sunday 18 July!
Go to the Catalina Yachts website, to register to attend and check out the plans for the week end, July 29-31 in New Bedford, MA.
Also, for those attending by boat that will require a slip or mooring, contact New Bedford Harbor, Ed Washburn or John Anderson at 508.961.3000 to reserve your spot.
Friday afternoon, July 29th, 2:30: Special tour of revolutionary war Fort Phoenix at the eastern end of the New Bedford Hurricane Barrier followed by a tour of the tunnel under the Barrier gates to the control tower on the western side of the opening.
Saturday morning, July 30th: Seminars and demonstrations by dealers of products used on Catalina boats.
Saturday afternoon, July 30th: Tour the bark USCG Eagle at the State Pier in New Bedford; tour the New Bedford Whaling Museum, art museum, Seamen's Bethel and historic New Bedford; tour historic Fairhaven and the Joshua Slocum monument.
Sunday morning, July 31st: Closing ceremony for the Rendezvous.
DINING AT POPES ISLAND
Friday, July 29th: 5:00-6:00 pm, cocktails 6:00-10:00 pm, barbecue dinner
Saturday, July 30th: 8:00-9:00 am, breakfast 6:00-7:00 pm, cocktails 7:00-?:00 pm, Portuguese feast and dancing
Sunday, July 31st: 8:00-9:00 am, breakfast
Coming by boat ...
New Bedford harbor has 84 moorings for boats from 25 to 50+ feet. Daily rentals are $30-35 and a second rafted boat pays $15-20.
There is launch service in the harbor and the Port Authority Trolley Bus will provide shuttle service during the event.
Sailors wanting a slip instead of a mooring will be able to find transient facilities at the Fairhaven Shipyard Marina, the Popes Island Marina and Captain Leroy's Marina. All will be offering discounted rates: mention the Catalina Rendezvous.
For a slip or mooring, contact New Bedford Harbor: Ed Washburn or John Anderson 508-961-3000
Coming by land .........
Sailors preferring to travel by land and stay in a hotel will be able to reserve at the Marriott Fairfield Inn and Suites on the harbor in New Bedford or at the Seaport Inn or the Hampton Inn and Suites in Fairhaven.
New Bedford Harbor:The 2011 Catalina Rendezvous will be at New Bedford, Massachusetts July 29-31, 2011.The New Bedford harbor is located at the mouth of the Acushnet River (41037.40’N 70054.31’W).New Bedford is on the west side of the harbor, Fairhaven on the east.According to the cruising guides, the harbor is busy, commercial, colorful and imbued with historic seafaring flavor.“The harbor features a hurricane barrier that stretches across the water from the south end of New Bedford to the town of Fairhaven.The barrier closes during storms and hurricanes.As a result, the harbor is one of the safest havens on the eastern seaboard”.There are several facilities for ice, water, fuel and pumpouts. Hotels:
Marriott Fairfield Inn and Suites, (1) New Bedford
(1)There will be a block of rooms set aside.Hopefully at a reduced price
Slips:A limited number of slips available.Slip fees will be collected upon arrival.
Popes Island
Captain Leroy’s
Fairhaven Shipyard
Moorings: The New Bedford Harbor Development Council (NBHDC) will help with assigning moorings and have water borne assistance upon arrival.Moorings will be available on 7/28 for early arrivals.A call in number will be provided for reservations.Fees will be collected upon arrival.Many moorings will have to be vacated on 7/31 for the arrival of several boats from another organization.Some moorings will be available through Monday.Fee will be $30 /night. Rafted boat will be $15 / night.Make your intentions clear when you make your reservation.Moorings will be assigned on a first come basis, starting with Popes Island (North side of harbor, south of Popes Island) and then to the Gifford Street field (just north of Hurricane barrier).
Anchorage:Have been advised there is anchoring available but cannot find it on the charts.
Launch Service:Launch service will be available in the harbor throughout the weekend.
Dinghy docks.Pope’s Island, southeast corner.Just south of State Pier, west side of harbor.Gifford Street South west corner of harbor.
Radio:Dedicated VHF channel
Rendezvous reservations:Catalina web site approximately 5/1.Actual Rendezvous site in the harbor has not been selected yet.
Catering; Catalina will make all arrangements for catering.Best guess at this time is
Friday dinner
Saturday breakfast
Saturday dinner
Sunday breakfast
Exhibitors:The list of exhibitors is not complete yet.However, given the proximity of several major Boating Industry firms I expect there will be plenty to keep the Captains interested.
Other attractions; the list of guided tours is not complete yet.However, I am told that there are lots of land attractions including the USCG Eagle which will be open to the public.
