Jeanneau America and Fraser Yachts celebrate a Summer Sailstice weekend from June 22 to 24 in Bedwell Harbor, Canada, BC. All Jeanneau owners from around the world are invited to join in the Rendezvous festivities, said Valerie Toomey, a marketing representative from Jeanneau America.
"We look forward to seeing you at the longest-running Jeanneau Rendezvous in North America, marking over a decade of friends, fun, and Jeanneaus!" said Tasha Wright, of Fraser Yacht Sales.
The 12th Annual Pacific Northwest CAN/AM Jeanneau Rendezvous, with the theme of “Cheeseburger in Paradise”, will be held at Poet’s Cove Marina Resort on Pender Island, BC. Canada. The Rendezvous is sponsored by Sponsored by Jeanneau America, Inc, Annapolis MD & Organized by www.jeanneauamerica.com 410-280-9400 / Fraser Yacht Sales Ltd., / Vancouver BC & Marine Servicenter, Inc. Seattle & Anacortes, WA.
To register call Fraser Yachts at 604-734-3344 or email Ian Fraser at ian@fraseryachtsales.com
A moorage block has been reserved under “Jeanneau Rendezvous” for Friday & Saturday nights. Moorage assignments can be obtained by hailing Poets Cove after clearing Customs or calling at 1-866-888-COVE or (250) 629-2111. A Rendezvous representative will be on the dock beginning at 2pm Friday to help coordinate moorage assignments. Owners are responsible for moorage fees and MUST register at the marina office upon arrival. If you would like to arrive early or stay later than the rendezvous moorage dates (nights of 6/22-23), you will need to coordinate with the marina. If you plan to do this, let them know that you are part of the “Jeanneau Rendezvous” and they will assign moorage in the rendezvous area.
Schedule of Events
Friday June 22nd, 2012
2:00pm – 7:00pm - Moorage check-in w/ Poets Cove Marina Office, rendezvous registration aboard the new Jeanneau 44 Deck Salon from Marine Servicenter - look for Jeanneau Flags/ Banners near fuel float.
6:30pm – 8:30pm – Welcome Dock Party with Fun Food on the dock at the fuel float area of Poets Cove Resort Marina. Beer and wine will be supplied by Marine Servicenter and Fraser Yachts. Please feel free to welcome fellow Jeanneau owners on board your boat, as this is a great time for socializing, open boat showings, and idea exchange.
Saturday June 23rd, 2012
Breakfast – On your own. The Aurora Bistro offers breakfast from 7:30am - 11:00am and provides a stunning setting overlooking Bedwell Harbour brimming with Jeanneaus!!!
10:00am – 12:00pm – Seminars in the ballroom area:
Jim Rard: Sail Alaska 2011 Movie & Sail Alaska 2012 Skippers Meeting
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10:00am – 12:00pm – Jeanneau Hike & Scavenger Hunt… A magical walk through the forest where you can come upon deer and maybe even get up close to the bald-headed eagles that live by the dock!
12:00pm – Lunch on your own. Raid your boat’s galley, fill up with goodies from Syrens Restaurant, or head to the Moorings Market in preparation for the excitement… our annual Jeanneau Parade of Yachts!!!
12:30pm – 3:30pm – 12th Annual Jeanneau Parade of Yachts & Summer Sailstice sail-off!
A fun format for safety & low stress!!! Get out and sail on the official holiday for Sailors - “Summer Sailstice”. Register your boat for great Summer Sailstice prizes at www.summersailstice.com
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12:30pm – 3:30pm – Resort Activities (swimming, spa, hiking, relaxing, horseshoes, etc.)
4:00pm – The Great Dinghy Race!
Bring your dinghy, bring your blindfolds; bring the kids and the crew.
Leave your engines, bring your navigation skills, and get ready to have some FUN!
Location: Poets Cove Resort Marina –Start line just off the inner rendezvous dock.
6:30pm – The Infamous Jeanneau Rendezvous Dinner BBQ – Theme this year is “Cheeseburger in Paradise!” Come to the Ballroom & Outdoor Patio area dressed in your favorite Jimmy Buffett Margaritaville inspired attire, and be sure to come hungry, lots of good things to eat – The Jeanneau BBQ is much better than a Cheeseburger but don’t tell Jimmy!
8:30pm – 2012 Jeanneau CAN/AM Jeanneau Rendezvous Door Prize Extravaganza!
Hundreds of fabulous prizes from some of the best marine vendors on the planet! This annual prize give-away is always a hit– Everybody Wins!!
9:30pm - On your own - Cocktails, Pub, Bed
Sunday June 24th, 2012
9:00am - Coffee & Rolls on Dock
Bon Voyage – Poets Cove Resort Marina Rendezvous Dock
Sail Alaska 2012 Send off
