Meeting for Next Year

Greetings;
It's that time again and we need to start organizing the 2012 season.  I would like to hold a general meeting (probably at Jonathon's in Endwell) on the 16th of Feb.  As I mentioned at the year end party, we need you to get involved.  This would be a great time to get started at organizing next year.  We're looking for event organizers, timing help, tech inspectors and any other help you can give.  Please let Brian (bballiet@stny.rr.com)  or me (lindsaydj@earthlink.net) know if you can attend.

ROLEX 24 THIS WEEKEND! Speed Channel and Speed.com are going to cover all 24hrs of the race live from Daytona this weekend. Coverage begins on speed at 2:30pm Saturday.  It's the 24hr 50th anniversary.  If you have a moment check it out.  You'll see some of the best endurance racing there is.  This year the GT class has Camaro's, Mustangs, RX-8's Ferrari 458's, Corvettes, Audi R-8's,a Viper and of course the Porsche GT-3's.  The new Daytona Prototypes are debuting.  The new corvette prototype is a beautiful car. 

Let us know if you can make the meeting.  Enjoy!
Darryl

Happy Holidays!

Greetings;
The board wants to take a moment to wish all of you a Merry Christmas and Happy Holidays.  Here's to hoping that Santa brings you that new toy you've wanted all year (like maybe a new Helmet, Toyo Proxy Tires, Koni adjustable's, K&N intake and all that other great stuff for the upcoming season).  We'll be meeting in January sometime so keep watching for the time and date.  Till then, wishing you a great 2012.

End of Year Party

Mark your calenders!
We will have our year end awards party on Saturday December 3rd at Bobby's place in Endwell.  7 to 10pm is the time. There are 17 Championship plaques being given out this year.  The year-end results are up on the results page.  Congratulations to everyone for a great year.  If you are attending,  Brian or I have to know by FRIDAY November 25th.  The room only holds so many so we need to know by that time how many are attending.  We'll buy the wings, pizza, veggies and cheese & crackers as well as non-alcoholic beverages.  More info to come soon.

Darryl

Road Rally and Awards

Greetings SNYR Members and friends,  
Last Sunday 17 cars took a nice relaxing drive on a beautiful day to Watkins glen.  Well it was a beautiful day, but relaxing is probably not the way it really was for those of us rallying.  We were fortunate to have Jim Feeney, Frank Whitney and Jesse Darrow to help us through our day.  There were old police cars, an S2000, Chrysler Crossfire, Chrysler Conquest, a Mini, a Shelby and several other cars, but none could match the beauty of the Jordan's 1953 Ford Road Tractor (yes an early 50's semi).  Most of us were hoping to not get lost let alone actually make it to the finish without losing too much time.  In the end we all made it and were greeted by a great meal at the Sharaf's.  The finishing order will be posted here.
I'd like to thank EVERYONE for a great day.  We all had a lot of laughs and are looking forward to the next one.

The next event will be our awards get-together.   I'm looking for a site now and should have a date and location soon.  We are tentatively looking at the Friday after Thanksgiving or the following Friday.  Location will be somewhere central.  There will be 17 class champions awarded this year.  You had to have a minimum of 4 events to be considered for a championship. The points are under Season Standings at left.   At the dinner I would like to talk about getting more of you involved in running the events.  We need to get a few more events chairs to run the events.  This is also a great chance to get out of working at a flagging station for the day! 

Stay tuned for more info soon.

Darryl

Out of Region Event this Sunday and Road Rally

Update for Road Rally: 

We will be meeting at the Blue Dolphin by 09:00am.  This will be your chance to eat while Jim gives us instructions on how to do a Time/Speed Rally.  Breakfast will be on your own.  This will be your last chance to eat until the end at the Dr’s. house.  There are two short breaks built into the rally at convenience stores along the route.  The plan is to leave the Blue Dolphin starting at 10:45am.    If you already know how to rally and wish to skip the training, be at the Blue Dolphin by 10:30. When you submit your entry we need to know if you will be attending breakfast/training and/or the buffet at the Dr’s house in the Glen.

I have one member who is looking to drive or navigate with someone.  If you're without , let me know and I’ll pass that on to Curtis. 

Watkins Glen Event:
This Sunday is the Glen Region's SOLO event which is being held inside the Watkins Glen Racetrack.  Because of its location, you must register outside of the track before entering.  This is also an Out of Region Points event for our region.  I know there are a few of you going. There was talk of us traveling up to the Glen as a region.  If you would like to do that let me know.  I’m thinking of meeting at the corner of Rt 96/Rt38 (the Citgo lot just North of Owego) between 7 and 7:15.  The trip is an hour.  We could drive up together and park together, if interested.

Below is a map and directions for Registration.

Special registration instructions for Watkins Glen
Since the Solo at Watkins Glen is held inside the track there is a special registration process that must be followed or you will not be allowed into the facility.
See map below. You must register (and pay the event fee) at the Watkins Glen registration office at Watkins Glen on Sunday morning between 8:00 am and 9:00 am. The office is located on Old Bronson Hill Road (see map below).
Once registered enter the track at Gate 2 and proceed to the Solo Paddock.

Road Rally

The Date is Set!
As previously mentioned, on October 23rd the SNY Region is going to be holding a beginners Road Rally from Owego to Watkins Glen.  At this time we're still working out the details.  Unfortunately we really need to get an idea of how many participants we are going to have in order to finalize those details. Please email me by October 9th if you would like to attend.  Because this is a learning/social event for us, there is little SCCA cost associated.  For that reason we are going to keep the cost down to $5.00 for members and $15.00 for non-members.  Only the driver is responsible for paying,  Navigators are included.  Additionally there will be a buffet at Dr. Sherif’s house in Watkins Glen immediately upon finishing.  If you are staying that will be 10.00 per person.

Approximate Schedule  *Subject to (and probably will) change*

Meet 9:00 or 09:30 at a location TBD for instructions on Rallying
Start at 11:00
15-30 minute calibration
20 minute transit to Fairgrounds in Owego (or the plaza)
Start at 12:30 (1 minute intervals)
With 20 – 30 minute rest break, finish in Watkins Glen approximately 3:15 -3:30

Don’t Forget the Glen Regions Event  on October 9th is an out of region points event for SNYR.
Keep watch here for an update next week.
Darryl

Road Rally

SAVE THIS DATE! 10/23/2011
Hi, this is to get out the information that the Southern NY Region is going to hold a Road Rally on Sunday the 23rd of October.  This will be our region's first Road-Rally in several years.  As many of you have asked about rallying we are going to hold a fun rally.  The day will start out around 09:00am at a location to be determined.  Jim Feeney and Jesse Darrow will instruct us on how to read the rally directions as well as give the required safety talk.  This should take 1 ½ to 2 hours.  We’re looking for a restaurant to hold this so we can have breakfast at the same time.

After that we will head out on an unknown route with a destination of Watkins Glen.    After the instruction it is estimated that the calibration time and rally time will get us into Watkins Glen sometime around 3:30 – 4:30.  Dr. Wayne Sharif has offered his residence to hold the after rally dinner and awards party. 

A couple of other local car clubs are interested in getting involved with us.  The cost will probably be around 10-15 dollars per car for members and 15-25 for non SCCA members.  Each car has to have a driver and navigator.  Additionally,  if you are going to stay for the food at Dr. Sherif’s it will be 10.00 per person.  These prices are not yet set. 

Given the logistics of setting this up it will be mandatory that you pre-register.  No one will be able to register the day of the event.  More information coming soon.

If you want to learn a little more about rally, go to:  http://www.northeastrallyclub.com/How2rally.html
This will be necessary reading before the event for those competing. 

Jim Feeney needs an assistant to run the course with him sometime in the next week or two to observe the course, timing and checkpoint locations.  You only need be an SCCA member and not competing on the 23rd.  If interested please let Brian or I know as soon as possible.  If you cannot compete that day but want to learn this is a great  opportunity.

 Darryl

A Note from our RE

Greetings;
Thanks to everyone for a great event Sunday.  45 cars took time on a very warm and sunny (yes sunny) day.  We couldn't have asked for a better day, especially since it was supposed to rain all day.  Even with 45 entrants we were able to get 8 runs.  That's all thanks to all of you who got to the line quickly, ran clean (kind-of, we all had a few cones) and then quickly got to your worker stations.  Once again a Subaru took FTD.  This time, however it was Clint and not Brenden that took the top honors.  Richard was right there in the Vette making it an exciting finish.  It wasn't until the last run that we knew who it would be.  The best part was everyone cheering.  As I always say, it's about having fun.  You guys and gals definitely know how to have fun.  Congrats to Jesse for PAX in his Volvo C30.

Don't forget, the Glen Festival downtown Friday and Vintage Racing at the Glen all weekend.  Rob has discounted tickets for the region so let me know before Thursday night if you want to go to the track.  I will be going Friday to the Festival and Saturday to the track.  All are welcome to come along.

As for the points, and how they are figured.  You must have run at least 4 events for championship consideration.  With the OOR events we will score 8 events.  The computer will drop your two worst.  Points will then be based on 6 events.  There are a couple of tight races so the Glen's Oct 9th event may come into play for some of you.  This will be at Watkins Glen International on the 9th.  Keep track of the Glen's site at www.glen-scca.org.  There will be information on where to go to register before entering the track.  If interested, a bunch of us may caravan up to the track that morning as a region.  More info to come.

Once again, I want to thank everyone who has helped or competed this year.  Many of you helped with set-up, tech, registration, timing and the many other jobs that make these events run.  Having such a great group of members really makes for a fun event. 

Darryl

Event this weekend!

Greetings;
The summer is almost over, but we still have one more event.  This Sunday at the Shops at Ithaca on N. Triphammer Road.  We will be behind the Target.  The road is closed off by Target so go to the left as you enter the mall and proceed around Dicks Sporting goods toward the movie theaters.  The lot looks good.  We'll have a quick little course.

The video of the racereport show is now up at www.theracereport.tv.   On the left is a link to past shows.  Choose the August 18th show.  If you have the time, watch the whole show (our piece is the last 5 minutes) and see what local short track racing has to offer.

Rob from the Glen has sent along a flier for the Vintage weekend at the Glen.  This is a great weekend and your chance to get close to a lot of great vintage race cars.  Some worth several hundred thousand dollars.  They still race them.  The paddock and garages are open.  I'll probably be there Saturday or Sunday so let me know if your interested.  Rob is offering discounts on tickets for our region so don't miss out.

Hope to see yo all Sunday.  Remember registration closes at 09:30.

Darryl 

A note from or RE

Hi everyone;
The two day SNYR / STCC is over and what a great weekend it was.  Lots of cars, great competition, fun courses, lots of runs and... NO RAIN (well almost).  Except for 2 runs for groups 1 and 2 on Sunday we stayed dry.  Big Thank Yous to all involved.  A lot of people from both clubs deserve a thank you for their help.  I also want to Thank Carquest of Vestal for their support and the donations.  I'm sure the royal purple oil changes will come in handy.

There were two great courses, each different in their own way.  In the end, it was Brandon's Subie STi taking the FTD trophy.  There were a few new comers and to them we say Thank You for your support. For those of you who have been around awhile you might like to know that I received a lot of compliments on how helpful and friendly everyone was.  We hope that our new friends can join us in Ithaca in Sept.  

That leads me to our schedule.  Our next event is Sept 4th at the Shops at Ithaca - Tripphamer Road.  For those who want a chance at a points title, we will include your points from running the Glen Region's event on the 20th of August.  That event is being held at the Corning Community College.  Check their site for event details ( www.glen-scca.org ).  

As time allows I'll be getting a few more pictures up on the Flickr account.   These are from Matt's photos taken at TC3.  I'll keep you posted on that.  The video that Ron Hills shot for the Race Report is currently up on his site.  This is the raw video so I do not know if it will still be up after his show for this week is posted.  Check the site for air times and stations.   Ron's site is...   www.theracereport.tv     Lastly, if you did not get your email to Matt the photographer, you can contact him directly by the links provided previously on this site. 

Guess that's it for now.  Thank You all.  See you at the races.      Darryl

Next Event and Current Standings

Hi;
We're only a little over a  week away so get ready now.  It’s the Southern Tier Corvette Club / Southern NY Region 2 day SOLO event happening at SUNY Binghamton.  We will be at our usual SUNY lot on the 13th and 14th of August.  Come run both days.  We will have trophies for fastest combined times (class and overall). The cost will be $25.00 per day if you are a member of either the Corvette club or the SCCA.  Non-members of either club will need to pay the $40.00 fee on Saturday and $25.00 for Sunday.  If you are a non-member and only attending Sunday the cost will be $40.00.   If you are planning on hauling a trailer, you may leave it there overnight.  Security is your responsibility, however, the campus does have a 24hr Law Enforcement division on patrol. 

As per request, we have posted the current season standings. Click on 'Season Standings' at the left, then on 'Current Standings' on the top line. Remember, you need to attend at least 4 events to be considered for the end-of-year championship.

Photos are up!  I have posted 200 of Matt Sodan’s photos on a Flickr account.  You can hit the link below or search the site by searching for the tag   SNYR SCCA.  The first of next month I will be able to up load more photos from this event as well as the July TC3 event.

Thank You.  See you soon

http://www.flickr.com/search/?q=snyr+scc a&f=hp

To contact Matt:
http://www.wix.com/matthewsodon/photography

Out-of-Region Events Added

We have added two Glen Region events to our schedule. The first will be on August 20th at Corning Community College, and the second is October 9th at Watkins Glen International. These will be OOR (Out-of-Region) events for us and will count towards the SNYR championship points.

A note for our RE

Hi;

Just a quick recap and the usual Thank you's.  We had a beautiful day Saturday and a thank you to all of you that came out. It was a 9 run day on a short but fast track.  In the end Brendan and his STi took FTD away from Pat and Richard and Kathy.  Great job Brendan.  Of course a big thank you goes out to TC3 and its staff for hosting our event. 

We'll get the photos up soon from the last couple of events.  Matt Sodan (the photographer) took another 1,000 + shots Saturday.  A few of you have contacted him, I would encourage anyone who would love a professional quality image of their car on course to give Matt a call.  His number is in one of my earlier posts.

NEXT EVENT!  Saturday and Sunday the 13th / 14th of August at BU.  It's our 2 day Corvette Club, SCCA Challange.  Trophies for the best 2 day times in each class.  Carquest will be there Sunday with some gift certificates for a lucky few.  This is a great 2 day event so mark your calendar now. 

It's a meeting.   We're going to try and get together Tuesday the 26th, 7:00pm at Jonathan's in Endwell.  This will be a chance to discuss how things are going so far and prepare for the 2 day event.  All are welcome.  Don't foget the Vette club is holding an autocross this Sunday the 24th at Cherry Valley.

Stay safe     Darryl

A note for our RE

Greetings;
Another weekend down and time to say Thank You.  We had 44 entrants Sunday.  Although there were weather and a few timing issues, we still were able to get in six 50 second runs.  Although  Cornell’s Formula SAE car smoked everyone, Pat's 66 vette came home a strong second and was the fastest car.   There were a lot of new competitors Sunday.  We hope you’ll come back.

Special Thanks to Matthews Import Center.  Not only did they bring a new Mx-5 to check out and  free bowling cards, they also made a sponsorship donation to the Region.  A second Thank You to Rob for bringing down the Glen Camaro pace car and give-a-way items.    Please support our sponsors.  If you have a chance, tell them how much you appreciate their support

As many of you know, a young aspiring photographer was there.  Last count he had taken close to 3000 pictures.  Matt took photos at an event last year and I can assure you he will have some fantastic actions photos.  As soon as he gets a chance to go through them I’ll let you know.  If your interested in seeing his shots of your run you can contact him through his face book page or his web-site.  I’ll post the links below.
 
Our next event is Saturday July 9th at Tompkins Cortland Community College in Dryden.  Although a small lot, last year came down to a battle of the Corvettes for FTD.  Who will take it this year?   We hope to see you there.

facebook = Matthew-Sodon Photography

Website  =  http://www.wix.com/matthewsodon/photography

Darryl

Sunday's Event

Hi all;
Sunday is quickly approaching and we're preparing for the next event.  We will again be in the SUNY B lot "M".  The last event was a great success, so were looking foreword to this Sunday. 

 I cannot tell you how nice it is to have the help from all of you.  Having members there early to help with course set-up and timing is a big plus.  Members doing tech also helps with us getting our events started on time.  If you wish to help with course or timing set-up we would love to have you.  We are on site and setting up by 07:45. I would love to get more of you involved in course design.  If you wish to help out with Tech inspections, we try to get those started by 09:00. 

Registration closes at 09:30.  Matthews will be there with a new car to display and a representative from Watkins Glen will be on hand to give out a few things and promote the track.  We may also have our Carquest rep on hand.

I hope to see you all there Sunday.  Dress for the weather, we run rain or shine (shine preferred).
Darryl

This past Sunday's Event and The Glen this weekend

Hi members and friends, 
We had a beautiful day Sunday, although it was a little warm, there was NO rain.  Forty entries and we were able to get eight 50 second runs and be off site at 5:00pm.  To all who made it possible and to those who participated I say THANK YOU!  We saw a lot of close class finishes with the 66 'vette of Pat Brennan taking the FTD honors.  Watch the site for photos and results. 

Speaking of photos, once they are posted in the gallery make sure you check out the 3 wheeled Jaguar.  At least 3 wheels is how most of its runs were made.  Thanks for the entertainment guys.  If you have photos or videos you would like to share, let Brian or I know.  I have a few videos which I will try and get uploaded to You Tube next week. 

THE GLEN:   If you were one of the 15 that asked for Glen tickets, they have been ordered and paid for.  For those who have not yet paid, they were $20.00 per ticket.  They are at the "will call" window.  To get to the "will call" office, go past gate two and turn left onto Old Bronson Hill Road.  Registration and the track ticket office are located immediately on your right.  "Will call" should be located in the small office building to the left.  The tickets are under the name Southern NY region SCCA.  There should be a note with the tickets of the names of those picking up.  Should there be a problem ask that Robert Murphy or Mike Evranian from the Glen staff be contacted.

If your going up Friday and are there by 11:00am you can park in the turn 10-11 area and be part of the track's parade laps with your car.  Parking for the clubs will also be allowed in the same area on Saturday (but no parade laps).  A few of us will be going up Saturday morning, leaving Owego @8.  If you want to go with us let Brian or I know asap.   

Thanks Again and we'll see you at SUNY B in two weeks.   Darryl

Sunday's Event

Hi everyone.  We're getting close and so far Sunday's weather is looking ok.  We will be at SUNY Binghamton's lot "M".   This will be our first points race of the year.   To all of those who helped with the SAE meet, we would love to have your help again.  To those who would like to help, we'd love to have you.  We are on-site by 08:00am.  There is course set up, Timing set-up, Registration set-up and then we start registration and tech.  Tech inspection takes the most time and where we really needed the help.  Each inspection needs two people so there is always something for you to do.  Even if you do not want to do the mechanical part, you can help.  The sooner we can get started, the more runs we get and the sooner we are done. 

Registration will close at 09:30am!  Please do not be late.  If we have a lot of cars you may find yourself locked out of competing.  Dress for the day's weather (remember we will run in the rain, just not lightening) and be prepared to have fun.  Thank You and see you Sunday.

Darryl

Grand AM Rolex Series 6 Hours of the Glen Race

Hi All,
    For those interested in attending the Grand Am Rolex Series Six Hours of the Glen race at Watkins Glen June 3-5, see the flyer for details on a special SCCA club offer. Ticket price is $20 for the entire weekend and there are other special items for club members. Darryl and I are planning to attend the 6 Hour race on Saturday. If you would like to join us for the drive up to the track, let Darryl (lindsaydj@earthlink.net) or me (bballiet@stny.rr.com) know before MAY 20th.  You may also get tickets on your own by contacting Mike Evranian at the number on the flyer.

It’s a fun race and a good time!  Hope to see you there.

Brian

Sunday's event

Greetings;
Sunday turned out to be a beautiful (dry) day.  I want to take this opportunity to thank everyone involved.  Thanks to not only our members who were there to help and guide some of the novices, our volunteers (Jeanne and Sue) but also to all of you who showed up and participated in a clean, safe event.  

We had 53 entrants take time, 23 of which were SAE students.  For those who completed a weekend membership form (35 of you) remember that the number on the top right corner is worth $15.00 off the cost of a SCCA membership.  Get a second weekend membership within 60 days and you'll receive $30.00 of your SCCA membership.  Even with such a large number, we still were able to get 6 runs and be on our way home by 5.  That can only happen with your help.  So.... THANK YOU.

The results will be up soon on our site.  Don't forget that the 29th of May is our next event at SUNY Binghamton.  We hope to see you there.

Darryl

First Event This Sunday

Hi everyone;

Sunday is looking dry!   This will be the start of our 2011 season.  We will be hosting an event for the Society of Automotive Engineer members on the SUNY Binghamton campus.  I'm not sure how many are going to be there.  Given that I have had several calls from potential new members, people interested in SOLO, we are going to host this as a normal event.   BUT.
The course is going to be a little shorter and easier to navigate. I'm also going to need your help.  It is hoped that all of you will be willing to help instruct by both riding with and having new members ride with you.  This also means we're looking for your help with worker stations. 

Many of you have talked about helping more, soooooo here is your chance.  This would be a great day to learn some of the jobs that need to be done at an event.  We will be there at 07:30 to start set-up.  The course needs to be set up as well as all of the timing equipment and tents.  We're looking for volunteers to be there by 08:00 to learn how to set up the timing equipment and to learn what the vehicle tech inspection is.  Your help will help Brian, Rob and I get things going faster which means an earlier start and more runs.

Thanks again for all of your support and we hope to see you Sunday.

Darryl

Tom Deneka

We are very sorry to communicate the news that Tom Deneka, long time Glen Region Solo competitor, died unexpectedly the evening of April 19th. We have limited information right now other than we understand that he collapsed while playing ice hockey. Tom, who was 38, is survived by his wife, Mary, a Corning employee at S&T and their 2 young daughters.

Tom was an enthusiastic and well-liked Solo racer and volunteer for many years. His absence is already felt.

Services for Tom Deneka have been scheduled as follows:

Calling hours are 5-8 pm on Friday, April 22, at Phillips Funeral Home (Pulteney Street in Corning)

Funeral service will be at 1 pm on Saturday, April 23, at the First Congregational United Church of Christ in Painted Post (Pulteney Street)

Our deepest condolences go out to his family and friends.

Glen Weekend

Hi all.  The weather is looking like it might hold for Saturday.  We will be at the Blue Dolphin at 09:00am for breakfast.  We'll leave there sometime around 10 and head to the track.  Our track laps are scheduled for 12:30.  That should give us a little time to look around and see what the track has to offer. Remember to bring your money as you will pay for your laps at that time.  If you'rer going and we have not heard from you please let Brian or I know.

See you Saturday.

Darryl

April 10th Event Postponed, Glen Weekend

Hi All;

Here is some important information so please take a few minutes to read it.  The April 10th event with the SAE Students has been postponed to May 1st.  We will now be carrying the insurance on this event so it will be a SNYR event.  As we will be hosting for the Society of Automotive Engineer students we will probably make this a smaller, tighter course.  Many of their members have never run a SOLO event, so it is hoped that those of you attending will ride and instruct their members.  We will put out more information as we get closer to the day.

Yea!  we are in the process of ordering a wireless lcd display.  This should be a welcomed addition to our events.

Lastly:  Below is the information again on opening weekend at the Glen.  I need a final count so I can call up to the Glen and get us a club reservation for Saturday the 16th.  If possible we may try and get there for the 08:30 breakfast.  I'd love to see 10 or more of us traveling up the back roads to the Glen.  If you've never been there or have not taken the back route up through Spencer you're in for a treat. 

Many of you have reached out over the winter for details about our 2011 Opening Weekend. This year, because of the late Easter Holiday, we will be hosting “Opening Weekend: April 16th and 17th 2011”. Here are a few details about the weekend I thought I would share:

-Saturday & Sunday Reservations from 10:30am – 4pm
-Saturday we will host a complimentary Car Club breakfast at 8:30 (space is limited with rsvp head count in advance)
-$25 donation for 3 parade laps, and as the same for last year, purchase 6 laps for $50: receive 3  more laps for free
- Club members can purchase as many or as few laps sessions as they want
- Onsite Concessions available along with Track Time Photos, WGI Merchandise and Ticket Sales
- In the event of rain on Saturday, WGI will do our best to accommodate groups on Sunday
- Don’t miss out of the FREE GREEN GRAND PRIX Friday, April 15: For more information log on to
  www.theglen.com
-2011 Opening Weekend proceeds benefit the Juvenile Diabetes Research Foundation (JDRF)
- While here, don’t forget to grab information on discounted car coral ticket information for all major 2011 events at The Glen

I need to know ASAP.  Thank You all for your support.
Darryl

2011 Season

Hi all;
We’re getting close to the start of our season.  We have set the dates and they are listed below.  At this point there are still a few contracts to sign and paperwork to get done, but we have commitments on these dates.  I’ve also had conversations with members of the Watkins Glen International staff.  They will try to be present at our June event with a pace car and more information about the track and it’s events.

First, however, we are going to be assisting the SUNY Binghamton Society of Automotive Engineers (SAE) club with an event on April 10th in lot “M” on the campus.  This will NOT be an SCCA event.  Many of their members have expressed an interest in autocross and doing more with their cars.  This will be hosted by and insured by the SAE club.  That said, were are going to assist, as many of their members desire instructions and assistance.  We are going to treat this as a test and tune for our members.  The day will be run like a regular event, but there will be no classes assigned.  We will do a basic registration (e.g driver information and car number),  closing registration at 9:30am, and running the event with run groups and work assignments.  The key is to make this a fun day and offer them our assistance. 

As there may be a lot of SAE members, we really need to get a count of how many of our members are going to attend.    If you are going to attend, please notify Brian (bballiet@stny.rr.com)  or me (lindsaydj@earthlink.net).  We will try to get as many runs as possible, but also want to make it a little bit shorter than a normal day. 

Don’t forget about the Watkins Glen opening weekend on April 16th.  So far we’ve had a few people interested in rallying up to the Glen and enjoying a few laps around the track.  If you’ve never been to the Glen, come along and enjoy.  Its only an hour drive once you leave Owego.  If you don’t have a car available, there may be a few open seats for you to ride along.  Let Brian or me know!

Here is our tentative schedule for the 2011 season.  We will probably add a couple of Glen Region events as Out of Regions points events. This schedule will be placed on the web site and updated as more information becomes available.

May 29th        Opening day at SUNY Binghamton 
June 12th       Matthews Import Center/Watkins Glen Intl day at SUNY Binghamton
July 9th                Saturday  at the TC3 campus
August 13th &14th    Two days at SUNY Binghamton with the Southern Tier Corvette club
September 4th   End of the season at “The Shops at Ithaca”
       
Keep watching the web site for more information and updates.  
Darryl

Mall Show and Watkins Glen

Hi All;

First off, I would like to thank Richard and Kathy and Andrew for the use of their cars at our mall display.  It wasn't easy with the snow, but your dedication is greatly appreciated.  For those who are receiving your first e-mail after signing up at the mall... WELCOME!   Below is a correspondence that I received from The Glen.  Please read it over.  If enough are interested, we could all meet and drive up together  (kind of like a mini rally)on opening day.  Please let me or Brian know.

Thank You.   Darryl

From Mike Evranian - Manager, Group Sales / Watkins Glen Int'l

As the snow slowly melts up here at The Glen, the staff can’t wait to help get cars back on the track as we move closer and closer to the first day of our on track calendar. Last year, I had the pleasure to work with many of your clubs starting with our Opening Weekend in April. Thanks to your feedback, last year’s expansion of the event to a full weekend proved to not only be popular but made the experience much more organized and enjoyable for all those who attended. As we move forward through the 2011 season, The Glen has new events, ticket discounts and programs for car clubs as a way to say thank you for all your support over the past many, many years.

Many of you have reached out over the winter for details about our 2011 Opening Weekend. This year, because of the late Easter Holiday, we will be hosting “Opening Weekend: April 16th and 17th 2011”. Here are a few details about the weekend I thought I would share:

-Saturday & Sunday Reservations from 10:30am – 4pm
-Saturday we will host a complimentary Car Club breakfast at 8:30 (space is limited with rsvp head count in advance)
-$25 donation for 3 parade laps, and as the same for last year, purchase 6 laps for $50: receive 3  more laps for free
- Club members can purchase as many or as few laps sessions as they want
- Onsite Concessions available along with Track Time Photos, WGI Merchandise and Ticket Sales
- In the event of rain on Saturday, WGI will do our best to accommodate groups on Sunday
- Don’t miss out of the FREE GREEN GRAND PRIX Friday, April 15: For more information log on to  www.theglen.com
-2011 Opening Weekend proceeds benefit the Juvenile Diabetes Research Foundation (JDRF)
- While here, don’t forget to grab information on discounted car coral ticket information for all major 2011 events at The Glen

SNYR Wins!

The Southern New York Region SCCA received the Tom Burke Award for Regional Growth (Small Regions) at the SCCA National Convention in Las Vegas last week.  This is not a region award, but an award for each and every one of you who joined and supported our region.  THANK YOU.

We will be at the mall for the Speedworld show the 4th, 5th and 6th of March.  We're still looking for help and maybe another car.  Let Brian or I know if you can help.

Watch the site and e-mail for more information as we get close.  
Thanks.
Darryl

2011 Season

Greetings;
Here is the latest news and information for SNYR #37.  We have two of our sites confirmed for 2011.  We will again be in Ithaca at the Shops at Ithaca on Labor Day.  Saturday July 8th we have the lot at TC3 reserved, and we are awaiting word from SUNY Binghamton. I have met with the students in the SUNY SAE program.  They are reserving SUNY B's Lot M for April 10th.  We are hoping to hold an event with their members to encourage a stronger interest in their club and autocross.  More information as we put this together. 

We're still looking for locations so if you have an idea please let one of us know. We also would like to hold a Rallycross event and a Road Rally. 2011 is looking like a great year. 

March 4,5 and 6 we will be at the Oakdale Mall for Race World 2011.  This year the Glen Region SCCA will also be there.  They are possibly going to have a competition car or two.  It would be nice to be able to display a solo car for our display.  If you're interested in displaying your car please get a hold of myself or Brian as soon as possible.  I'm also going to need help with the display that weekend.  As some of you know I am retiring from my current position with Vestal on Thursday the 10th (Yes this Thursday).  Friday the 11th I will be having shoulder surgery and will probably not be too much help for the mall show.

Stay warm and keep thinking warm (racing) thoughts.

Darryl

2010 SCCA Membership Drive Contest Winners Announced

Happy Holidays!

Greetings;
I want to take a minute to send along my Holiday wishes to you all.  We had a great season and a fun night at Jonathans.  13 members took home championship awards.  Aapco awards of Binghamton did a great job with the championship photo plaques.  I also want to remind you all that a membership or a renewal to the SCCA is a great Christmas present.  It only takes a minute on-line.   There is also a lot of great SCCA gear.  You might even get it here by Christmas.

We are already looking to 2011, but need to pause, reflect and give thanks for a great 2010.  I want to wish you and your families a Merry Christmas and Happy Hanukkah. Have a peaceful Holiday.

Darryl

Oh yea,  If someone has been really good this year, Matthews still has the 2010 RX-8 T-3 on its showroom.  Only 25k and they will throw in a 1 year SCCA membership!!!!

End of the Year Party!

Come join us Friday night November 26th at Jonathans in Endwell for our year end party (and awards banquet).  We have the back room reserved so there will be plenty of room.  I'll have the awards and maybe a video.  It all starts at 7:00pm.  The region will buy the food and soda.  If you can attend please reply to Brian (bballiet@stny.rr.com) or I (lindsaydj@earthlink.net) by Tuesday, Nov. 23rd so we have an idea of how much food to order.  I look forward to seeing you all.

Thanks for a great year.

Darryl