Henley on Hosmer Racing

The second annual homegrown Henley on Hosmer was held under perfect regatta conditions on Big Hosmer's flat water with mild temperatures and fierce racing. The Steward's Enclosure was limited to those sporting flannel, camo or cut-offs and the homemade leader board was tended by long-time Craftsbury coach Larry Gluckman. Jamie Chapman and Steve Whelpley won the womens' and men's titles while Ellen Braithwaite and Troy Howell scored the wins on the masters side. Winners got beautiful handmade steins (produced by the GRP skiers) and all the beer they could drink.

Congratulations to our champions and to all who participated. See you next year!

Open champions Jamie and Steve bracket masters champs Troy and Ellen

Coach Dan Roock extols the virtues of the championship steins

The leader board was a busy place as the races unfolded

Larry was in charge of keeping the leader board updated

Under Pepa’s strict Eastern bloc direction, the finish line women kept it all straight

Carlie and Judy warm up for Head of the Charles

Sarah models perfect sartorial choices for the Steward’s Enclosure

The hay wagon was loaded with beer kegs, cheese, crackers and other treats

Lucas hauls the hors d’oeuvres, scullers and spectators up to the Oktoberfest beer garden