Volume 43 | February 2022
Caspersen Rowing Center Happenings
Providing a venue where athletes of all ages, talents and backgrounds have the opportunity to develop their rowing ability to their highest potential.
Campfire Coffee Fundraiser
We're excited to announce that we've partnered with Campfire Coffee for a fundraiser to support our STEM to Stern program! Please see the website HERE to support. Half of the money raised from purchasing this coffee goes directly to our efforts to make our club more accessible, diverse, and competitive. 

NOTE: To wave the shipping fee you can choose pick up at campfire coffee and your order will be sent to PNRA/Mercer for pick up

About the cause: The Princeton University Rowing Teams and the Princeton National Rowing Association have teamed up to create our STEM to Stern Program targeting underserved students in the greater Trenton NJ area. STEM to Stern addresses major barriers to participation in rowing and STEM education that many students in these communities face. Our program provides necessary support to increase equity in rowing and education, creating life-changing experiences and bringing students from all backgrounds together. 

Please support and please share with your friends/network!
STEM to Stern in the News!
Recently we had a wonderful write-up on Row2K about the wonderful work that is happening in our collaboration with Princeton University. To read more about the program and the collaboration you can click on the link below!

The 6th Annual Mercer Indoor Row for the Cure was held on March 5th.

We raised just under $3,300 which will be donated to the YWCA Princeton’s Breast Cancer Resource Center and Susan G. Komen
Summer Camp Registration
Summer is just around the corner!

Do you know someone who would like to learn to row at the Mercer Learn to Row Summer Camps?

Registration is open for the 2022 Summer Camps. Open to rising 7th through 12th graders.
Mercer Lake Spring Racing Schedule
Mercer Lake Sprints: April 23-24

USRowing Mid-Atlantic Youth Regionals: May 14-15

IRA Championships: June 3-5
SafeSport
We have all heard the term “SafeSport” but what is it?  SafeSport encompasses the activities to create an environment free of abuse and harassment where all participants can realize their potential in sport. It entails everything from background checks in hiring, SafeSport training and including SafeSport considerations in all of our policies and programs. For PNRA this is an important part of our mission (PNRA’s SafeSport Policy).

Here in the USA, the U.S. Center for SafeSport is responsible for ensuring that the USOPC and all national governing bodies (NGBs) are following SafeSport best practices. USRowing is the NGB for Rowing and as a member of USRowing PNRA also falls under the Center for SafeSport umbrella. 

For at least the past 8 years all PNRA staff, coaches and trip chaperones have had to complete SafeSport Training administered by the Center for SafeSport. This has now been extended to all members of USRowing who are at least 18 years of age. The adult athlete training modules can be found through the USRowing membership portal.

The Center for SafeSport has recently introduced online courses for Parents of Minors involved in sports and also for minors. These completely optional courses are provided at no charge by the Center. Please use this link to learn more.

For more information on PNRA’s SafeSport policies, please contact krisgrudt@rowpnra.org.
Meet Our New Masters Coach!
We welcome our new Masters Coach Stefan to the team! To learn more about his love of the sport and achievements you can read more below! Welcome to the team, Stefan!
Ergs for Sale!
We have TWO Concept2 Ergs for sale. All machines come AS IS and are 2-3 years old, all are the latest black Model D with a PM5 monitor. They are $650 each. Pickup is available beginning the week of March 14 (maybe up to 2 weeks later, weather dependent). Please email Jamie Hamp with questions or to reserve one. Please email ASAP as the list fills up quickly! Even if you have previously discussed purchasing one, always a good idea to confirm your continued interest now!

Summer U23 Interest Form!
Anyone who is interested in participating in a U23 rowing program at Mercer this summer please check out this link for information and the interest form!

Whether or not we hold the program will be dependent on interest, so please fill out the form and spread the word! Any questions or issues please email Jamie (jhamp@rowpnra.org).
Boating Safety Course
Save the Date for the Boating Safety Course on April 4 & 5 (Monday and Tuesday) from 6:30-10:00 pm
held at the Caspersen Boathouse

Please Email Hilary Gehman for more information and to reserve a spot

A Boating Safety certificate is required if you are interested in volunteering to drive a launch at a Mercer Lake regatta or you want to be a PNRA/Mercer summer camp coach.
Does your employer have a matching gift program?
Check out the Matching Gift finder feature on our website. Click here to find if your employer has a program.
We're all in this together!!
Your support today will make a difference.

Thank you.

Mercer Team gear is still available - face masks, hats, scarves, umbrellas, shirts . . .
Show your Mercer Spirit!
Contact Jules Howarth jhowarth@rowpnra.org
PNRA is a 501 (c)3 nonprofit corporation. We are grateful to all who support our mission and could not do it without you! We gladly accept gifts of appreciated stock and corporate matching gifts. Have questions? Contact Kris at krisgrudt@rowPNRA.org
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