A safer Bermuda race

Mandatory safety course for New-Bermuda Race crews

For this year's Newport-Bermuda Race, a minimum of 30% of all crew members including at least two of the following - captain, navigator, port and starboard watch captains - will have to have attended a sanctioned Safety-at-Sea Seminar within three years prior to the start of the race. For Americap II doublehanded yachts, both crew shall meet this requirement.

Those planning to race in the Newport Bermuda 2004, should make reservations now to attend the US-Sailing Safety at Sea Seminar to be held on 6-7 March, 2004 in Newport RI, at the Hyatt Hotel on Goat Island. The seminar is hosted by Cruising Club of America and will be sponsored by Cruising World/Sailing World/West Marine. Register here.

Saturday is an all-day Safety at Sea Seminar satisfying the training requirements for the Newport Bermuda Ocean Race. Seminar participants receive a certification from US Sailing. Sunday's program includes valuable race and medical preparation tips from race organisers, veterans, and marine industry professionals.

All sailors are welcome to attend including those racing in other offshore events and those planning extended offshore cruises.