Participant's Package
BoyneThunder - 2010- Participant's Package
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BoyneThunder Entry Fee Rules
Entry Fee Policy:
Entry reservation can be made at the time of registration with the payment of $650, or with a $100 deposit. The remaining balance is due before June 15, 2010. Registration after that date must be paid in full.
Cancellation Policy:
Cancellation after June 1, 2010 will result in a $100 cancellation fee. Cancellations after July 1, 2010, will forfeit all registration fees, unless waived by the BoyneThunder Executive Committee. There will be no partial rebates for unused dockage or non-participation in any BoyneThunder events.
Entry reservation can be made at the time of registration with the payment of $650, or with a $100 deposit. The remaining balance is due before June 15, 2009. Registration after that date must be paid in full.
The 7th Annual Boyne Thunder Poker Run on Lake Charlevoix & Lake Michigan
Hear the Thunder…Help the Kids
July 9 & 10, 2010
Port stops of Charlevoix, Little Traverse Bay, Beaver Island, Bay Harbor and Boyne City
An investment in Boyne Thunder is an investment in the special children of Camp Quality
At the heart of Boyne Thunder is our commitment to the children of Camp Quality, a place of love and caring for children with cancer. Boyne Thunder and all the events surrounding it, help us make a difference in the lives of these children. Come join us in 2010 for another outstanding year of giving to Camp Quality. Your kindness makes a huge difference for many.
Camp Quality’s goal is to allow children with cancer to be children again. Its programs create stress-free environments that offer exciting activities, foster new friendships and help give children courage, motivation and emotional strength. Through the generous contributions of donors, the programs offered are absolutely free to children and their families.
There’s nothing like it... Boyne Thunder Poker Run
There is no other event like it in Northern Michigan. For the past six years we have created a successful event with great media coverage and great local support. When you come to Boyne City we make you feel special.
Here are other important items we want you to know about our event:
- We are centered in one of the most affluent boating regions of the Midwest
- We are a boater’s gateway to Door County, Mackinac Island and the legendary North Channel
- Easy access by water is available from Chicago, Detroit, Milwaukee and Ontario, Canada
- We have nearby IFR and jet-rated airports for visitors
- Our unique small-town charm offers a wonderful place to visit
- Marina and dockage facilities adjacent to downtown provide excellent exposure for events and displays
Fees & Prizes
Entry Fee — $650 per boat
Includes a crew of two
$100 each for additional crew
Prizes awarded to Top 3 Poker hands*
*Based on a minimum field of 36 boats.
What makes this a great Poker Run destination?
- The unique small town charm of Boyne City provides a great vacation destination
- Extensive marina and dockage facilities adjacent to downtown provide convenience for events
- The event, conducted by Boyne City Main Street, benefits Camp Quality, an organization that provides camping experiences and year ’round support systems for children with cancer and their families
- Boyne City knows how to put on a great, fun and adventure-filled poker run!
- We are centered in one of the most picturesque boating regions of the Midwest
- Boyne City is a convenient boaters’ gateway to Door County, Mackinac Island and the legendary North Channel
- Easy access by water is available from Chicago, Detroit, Milwaukee and Ontario, Canada
- Expressways provide ready access by road to the area
- We have nearby IFR and jet-rated airports for visitors
Registration includes:
- Entertainment and dancing
- Convenience—one block away from downtown restaurants, pubs and shops
- A wonderful gift from Boyne City
- Two evenings dockage
- Event T-shirts
- Trailer parking
Included in the two event tickets are:
- Friday evening dinner
- Saturday morning Captains’ Breakfast
- Saturday Lunch
- Saturday Thunder Feast dinner, poker awards and auction.
Tentative Schedule of Events
Friday, July 9, 2010
Noon - Offshore Thunder Boats Arrive
1:30 pm - Camp Quality kids enjoy Boyne Thunder
5:00 pm - Cocktail party followed by dinner
Auction for Camp Quality
Evening - Stroll the Streets of Downtown Boyne City
Saturday, July 10, 2010
All Day - Fun and Excitement by the water
Downtown Shopping
7:30 am - Captains’ Breakfast
8:30 am - Drivers’ Meeting
9:30 am - “Flag Ship” and Official Start – Boyne City
1st Pick-up
2nd Pick-up
3rd Pick-up
4th Pick-up
5th Pick-up
Finish – Boyne City
11:30 am - Lake Charlevoix Cruise
4:00 pm - Boyne Thunder boats return to Boyne City Marina
Meet the drivers and see the boats up close
6:00 pm - Thunder Feast by the Lake
The Poker Game
Evening - Fun in Boyne City
Sunday, July 11, 2010
Morning - Offshore Thunder Boats Depart
Additional Information
- Boyne City Municipal Marina will be the base of operations for the event.
- The first 42 participants will be assigned individual slips, with power available.
- Shower and bathroom facilities are available. You are welcome to spend the nights on board your boat, but you may wish to stay at one of the many area lodging facilities. any Boyne Thunder events.
Hotel Information
Please make hotel reservations early to assure your choices.
Here are two nearby hotels.
Boyne Mountain
1 Boyne Mt Rd.
Boyne Falls, MI 49713
800-GOBOYNE
fax: 231-549-6844
www.boyne.com
Water Street Inn
240 Front St.
Boyne City, MI 49712
800-456-4313
fax: 231-582-3001
www.boynewaterstreetinn.com
Boyne City Motel
110 North East St.
Boyne City, MI 49712
231-582-6701
www.boynecitymotel.com
Boyne Thunder Entry Fee Rules
Entry Fee Policy: Entry reservation can be made at the time of registration with the payment of $650, or with a $100 deposit. The remaining balance is due before June 15, 2010. Registration after that date must be paid in full.
Cancellation Policy: Cancellation after June 1, 2010 will result in a $100 cancellation fee. Cancellations after July 1 will forfeit all registration fees, unless waived by the Boyne Thunder Executive Committee. There will be no partial rebates for unused dockage or non-participation in any Boyne Thunder events.
2010 Boyne Thunder Poker Run Entry Form
Please complete all of the information and send to the address below. The entry fee is $650, which includes the driver and a crew of one. Additional crew will be charged at the rate of $100 per person. These fees include your entrance fee for the poker run, custom Boyne Thunder T-Shirt, attendance at Friday night gala, breakfast and lunch on Saturday and attendance at awards banquet on Saturday night.