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5 REGATTA LOCATIONS Locations are selected by the BSI Executive Committee based on the following criteria: CRITERIA FOR SELECTING THE HOST SITE FOR THE BSI CHAMPIONSHIP REGATTA Proposal to host the BSI Championship Regatta for the Blind must consider the following: 1. Regatta Management Principal Organizer- regatta experience Yacht Club/ Sailing Center Support Race Committee 2. Venue Sailing/Racing Area Yacht Club/ Sailing Center Facilities 3. Boat(s) Type & Size - describe in detail unless it is a widely recognized one design. (Candidates should consider using Sonars, if possible, as they have been recognized as the Paralympic and IFDS boat of choice.) Condition of Boats/Sails Number of boats available 4. Weather Conditions - during time of year proposed 5. Lodging/Accommodations 6. Meals 7. Transportation Air & ground travel to location Daily travel from lodging to sailing site. 8. Financial Expenses Competitor Costs (est.)- food, lodging, other Regatta Entry Fees Boat Damage Deposit/ Damage Costs 9. Financial Support/ Sponsorship (potential)- to Regatta Organizers. 10. Community Support - Area blindness organization(s) - Political leaders, others 11. Medical Emergency Staff/Facilities 12. Social Events/ Activities 13. Media Promotional Opportunities 14. OTHER: Please describe the general location that would make this area an attractive location to visit by blind sailors. Additional visitor information from brochures or videotapes is encouraged. |