The 2024 Annual General Meeting is Sunday, March 3rd at 2:00 at the Monona Public Library.  Please bring a dish to pass/share, beverages will be provided.

Here's an opportunity to volunteer at upcoming Badger football games:  MRC has signed to manage a 12-14 person concession stand at the Badger football games on October 28 (Ohio) and November 11 (Northwestern).   These concession stands are major fundraising events for the club.  We typically make over $2,000 per game.   If you would like to sign up, please use this link.  If you have any questions, please text me at 202-604-8017.  All volunteers must be at least 16 years of age by April 2024.  

Thank you for volunteering. 

Laura Scandurra
MRC Volunteer Coordinator

Annual General Meeting

This year’s Annual General Meeting (AGM) will be held at the Monona Public Library on Sunday, March 5^th at 1:30.   All are welcome.

We are currently seeking any volunteers who may be interested in joining the Board of Directors.  Mendota Rowing Club is an organization largely run by its members. All of Mendota Rowing Club's leaders volunteer their time and talents to run our club and further enrich our organization.  In general, the BOD has general oversight of club operations, committees, and finances.   Elections are held at the Annual General Meeting (AGM), which will be on March 5^th, 2023.

As a member of the Board, you would be asked to attend the BOD meetings which are held the second Tuesday of each Month.    Each board member term lasts for three years.

This year we also have a specific need of someone who is willing to be the club treasurer.  The treasurer is responsible for the club's monthly and annual budget and for keeping the board informed of the current budget status. They are also responsible for processing membership dues and other fees, reimbursing for club expenses, communicating with the club's accountant about filing taxes, and making sure the club's bills get paid.  

If you have any questions about the Board of Directors or are willing to volunteer to be a member, please contact Julie Lanear at jlanear@mendotarowingclub.com.

Winter Training Kick-off Social for Masters

Team Mendota will officially kick off winter training at our beloved boathouse Monday December 5th.

To stoke the training fire under those chilly erg seats and present the plan Coach Heather and Coach Carlee would like to gather with you all for a CLUB SOCIAL!

• When: Thursday November 17th - 5:30-7:00pm
• Where: Bear & Bottle - 601 N. Sherman Ave. Madison

A table has been reserved for our group and you can order snacks and beverages if you wish.

Mendota Team Gear

Below is the link to order your team spirit wear (makes a great gift)!

https://simplyswimming.net/mendotarowingclub 

If you select curbside pickup all orders will be picked up and delivered to the boathouse for pick up!

Apparel Order Deadline: Sunday, November 20th @ 11:59pm!

When checking out, please make sure you enter both your billing and shipping address.  After checkout you should receive an e-mail confirming your purchase (it may end up in your junk e-mail).  If you do not receive an e-mail confirmation, please contact info@simplyswimming.net  to make sure your order processed.

If you have any questions or problems with the website, please contact them either by e-mail (info@simplyswimming.net ) or phone (608-836-6649).

UW Football Concession on Nov 26

We are looking for a total of 11 people to manage a concession stand at the UW Badger game on Nov. 26.  (Start time will be announced one week before the game.  Gates open 90 minutes before the game starts.) 

Colectivo Coffee Sales 

Mendota Rowing Club Members will be “hitting the streets” selling Colectivo coffee, tea and cocoa to alumni, friends, neighbors, relatives, and co-workers through November 29. Colectivo products make excellent holiday gifts for all plus if you need more volunteer hours, selling coffee is a great way to get them. This year, our goal is to raise $2000 and we need your help to reach this goal. If you sell $500 or more, that will satisfy all of your volunteer requirements through March 2023 (not a bad deal).  

If you are not able to connect with Fran in person, place your order form and money in an envelope in the black lock box downstairs in the boat bay no later than noon on November 29. Please write “COFFEE” on the outside of the envelope. Alternatively, you can have people order and pay online here. Please note that $.50 is added onto each item ordered online because of the additional fee we pay for credit card purchases. 

Orders not paid for by noon on November 29 will be cancelled.

Your order will be ready for you to pick up on December 15. 

Contact Fran by email if you have questions.

2022 MRC Colectivo Order Form.pdf

2022 Colectivo Products.pdf

Trailer Driving: Have you ever wanted to try driving the trailer to regattas?  Now is your chance!  We will be doing some trailer driving instruction Sunday, June 19^th following the Minneapolis Sprints.  If interested, please contact Julie Lanear at jlanear@mendotarowingclub.com

Master practice Saturday June 18th 8:00-10:00am is canceled due to regatta travel. There will be a few 1x’s left in the boathouse so independent scullers unite!