ON THE WATER
10.
ALCOHOL
CRC does not allow alcohol or other drugs on the premises at any time.
9.
LOG BOOK
Rowers should always sign out prior to going on the water, and sign back in upon returning.
8.
COACHING LAUNCH
All youth and collegiate rowers must have a coach out in a launch when they are on the water at all times.
7.
SWIM TEST
All rowers must complete a swim test within 30 days of joining CRC. This test consists of swimming 150 continuous yards, treading water for 10 minutes in deep water, and donning a PFD (personal floatation device) without stopping. This test must be administered by a member of the CRC board or an appointed representative of the club. To schedule a test, contact Scott Thoman, VP at: scott@columbiarowingclub.com.
6.
LIMITATIONS OF DAY
Do not row prior to sunrise or after sunset.
5.
LIMITATIONS OF RIVER
Do not row past Boatrights Island as the water becomes shallow and rocky. Do not row past the concrete structure on the far side of the river past the dock to avoid getting too close to the dam. Do not stop near the bridge piers on the upriver side of the bridge to avoid floating into a dangerous position under the bridge.
4.
STORMS
Check the forecast prior getting on the water. If you hear thunder, wait 30 minutes prior to rowing. If you see lightning, wait 60 minutes prior to rowing. In the event a storm comes while you are on the water, try and safely get back to the dock as quickly as possible.
3.
RULE OF 90
Never row when the combined temperature of the air and water is below 90 degrees. You can check the air temperature here, and the river temperature here.
2.
WATER TEMPERATURE
Due to the high risk of hypothermia, do not row alone when the water temperature is below 50 degrees Fahrenheit.
1.
GATES & LOCKS
After your row at CRC, all gates shall be shut and locked including both boathouse doors, the gate at the top of the dock ramp, and the entrance gate.
CLUB RULES
SAFETY IS ALWAYS A PRIORITY. CRC is located on a river, which means we often have a changing environment for rowing. We have developed some rules which must be followed due to club, county or insurance policies, and a set of guidelines to assist rowers in making safe decisions.
4.
PERSONAL EXPERIENCE
It is difficult to define safe verses unsafe river conditions as rowers have a variety of levels of comfort and experience in their rowing careers. Always use common sense and good judgement to determine if the river is safe, and air on the side of caution.
3.
EQUIPMENT
If there are any problems with equipment, report it as soon as possible to the Equipment Manager.
2.
HYDRATION
Rowing is a sport and a great form of exercise that requires proper hydration to help the body perform at its best. Bring a water bottle with you when rowing and take frequent breaks, especially in high temperatures.
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TRAFFIC PATTERN
Generally, the traffic pattern is \’stay to the left\’ in which shells are placed in the water with the bow towards the bridge side of the dock. Members and visitors row up river and can turn around at any time, returning on the far side of the river. To return to the dock, row past it, spin again, and row up river to the side of the dock.
GUIDELINES
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Columbia Rowing Club Board Members
Hisham Elkazzaz, President/Head Coach
Scott Thoman, Vice President
Richard Lacy, Secretary
Sarah, Treasurer
1881 Omarest Drive, Columbia
South Carolina, 29210
The Columbia Rowing Club is a 501(c)3 organization
