Fairfax High School Crew


		Regattas - General Information	Regattas are organized boating competitions. Most of the Fairfax High School Regattas and the water training are held on the Occoquan at the Sandy Run Park. Regattas are usually held on Saturdays and last most of the day. When the regatta schedule is available ahead of time, it will be posted on the Fairfax Crew website (www.). However, often the race-heats schedules are not released until very close to race day. Rowers usually will be notified of their race schedule on the day before the event. There is a lengthy walk, via wooded trails, to get from the Sandy Run parking areas to the regatta finish line. Allow at least an hour before the race to give you enough time to drive, park and then walk to the finish line area. If you do not want to walk, you can take the shuttle buses ($1) between the parking lot and the finish line judges stand. Volunteers staff the regattas. Please be courteous and supportive. We can always use more volunteers-- operating a chase boat, helping the referees, working in the concession stands, or helping with dozens of other jobs. Contact any of the Fairfax Crew Boosters Board members to get more information. New Park Regulation - NO DOGS ALLOWED!
		What to wear and bring weather at Sandy Park Occoquan	Dress very casually! Multiple layers are better than one, even in warm weather. A warm jacket and warm, comfortable, waterproof walking shoes or boots good for walking on hilly dirt paths are highly recommended. The forest paths at Sandy Run will turn muddy when the crowds arrive so don't wear your best, white sneakers! The Fairfax crew team wear uniforms; The uniforms are selected and distributed prior to the rowing season. You may also consider bringing: Hats, sunscreen and sunglasses - It can get very bright sitting by the water's edge all day Stadium seat or cushion for the concrete bleachers Rain gear, umbrella, lip balm, insect repellant Cameras and binoculars-- you can see the rowers a lot better Food and drinks-- concessions stands near the boathouse and the finish line sell snacks and drinks
		Parking	Park at the end of the access road to Sandy Run Park in one of the parking lots. Traffic guides in the road will direct you; A parking fee of $5 (donation) is required.
		Enjoying the Regattas	If you want to sit down during the events you can walk down the trails to the finish line area where you will find a concrete bleachers stand. Bring a soft cushion to sit on. There are also other areas close to the finish line where you can sit on the ground or you can bring a lightweight folding chair. You can buy a copy of the regatta schedule, food and drinks at the snack bar near the finish line (soda, water, hot dogs, burgers, etc).
		Emergencies	All regattas have volunteer Emergency Medical Technicians ( EMT) squads on site. They are there for your benefit. They, like everyone else involved in the regatta, are donating their time. Please let them know how much you appreciate their contributions. voodipesu Please note that several laws govern what the EMT can and cannot do in the event of a medical emergency. The EMTs provide us with two levels of response: basic life support and advanced life support. In the event that advanced life support is activated, they are legally required to evacuate the victims to the hospital to be further attended to by a physician. Generally, in addition to a serious accident, any situation that would require an EMT to administer medication, other than oxygen, is considered advanced life support. If you or your student receives minor first aid from someone other than the EMT during the course of the regatta, please stop by and have the EMTs review your incident at your earliest convenience.

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