At this point there is still quite a bit of logistics to be coordinated to make this event happen, however in summary the plan is as follows;

Due to a requirement for all rowers to be escorted by a supporting motor boat(s), which are also required to carry a life jacket for all rowers and coxswains, the event will need to be limited to the number of life jackets that the club has or has borrowed for this event. At this point we anticipate that that number will be around 20 people each way (total maximum of 40 seats).

The plan will be to row from the Club down the Maribyrnong  to the Westgate Bridge and then up the Yarra to the club boat ramps in Southbank. This trip is approximately 7-8 kilometers one way, and to enable us to offer up to 40 seats in this event we will be looking for people to optionally row one way, either there or return.

Depending on the number of people who are interested there may also be an option to row both ways. If you are opting to make yourself available to row both ways you need to be comfortable with rowing up to 16+ kilometers on the day. (typical Sunday row is about 6 klm). There will also be an option to cox either one way or both when registering.

The plan will be for those that are rowing the return leg from the City to FCRC to car pool into the City, whereby the rowers from the first leg would drive those cars back to the club.

There are a number of elements to the co-ordination of this event that may result in it being cancelled at any time, however the club will be working to mitigate those issues as much as possible, however on the day of the event we will be ultimately governed by both the weather and also approval from the Port of Melbourne Authority to transverse the shipping channel between the Maribyrnong and the Yarra River.

This is a no cost event, however due to the above constraints, seats will be strictly limited and numbers may also need to be reduced to meet boat/crew needs. 

All members who wish to be involved in the event will need to confirm their seat by booking online with their preferred options. Spots will be allocated on a first in basis so don't delay and confirm your spot now!!.

Once we have confirmed numbers we will then work on the co-ordination of boats and crews. Seats will be given first to anyone wanting to row one way, with those opting to row both ways used to back fill any spots available.

This should be a very memorable event and one not to be missed so if it interests you then get in quick and book your seat now!