Boathouse Rules

Conduct and Discipline

● Service & Participation

Members are expected to actively contribute to club operations, including volunteering and participating in maintenance tasks

Members must follow the Club’s Bylaws, Boathouse Rules, and Captain’s directives
Respectful behavior is required, and misconduct, equipment misuse, or safety violations may lead to disciplinary action
Members must maintain high standards of behavior and sportsmanship
All members and guests are expected to treat others with respect when representing the club, including in the boathouse, on the water, at regattas, and while wearing Undine gear
Disrespectful or exclusive behavior will not be tolerated
Members are responsible for their own conduct and that of their guests

Access is limited to designated hours
Equipment must be signed out and returned properly, and damage or malfunctions should be reported immediately to the Captain
Unauthorized modifications to Club equipment are prohibited
All equipment must be checked for tightness and proper operation before each row
Guests who exhibit an interest in continued rowing after 3 guest rows are encouraged to apply for membership

Members must adhere to swimming requirements, follow “Rules of the River” for navigation, avoid hazardous areas, and ensure all members and guests complete a mandatory liability waiver
Members must complete safety orientation and follow emergency procedures
Proper safety gear, including life jackets, is mandatory, and rowing must follow designated routes with the Captain’s instructions
Stern and Bow lights are required during dark/dawn/dusk hours and must be mounted on the boat
The Captain or Coach may prohibit outings based on their assessment of weather/water conditions

Fleet Management
Boats are color-coded by level
- Black for A (Advanced; non-Racing Team members must have permission from the Head Coach or Captain)
Blue for B (Intermediate)
- Yellow for C (Novice)
Club oars are assigned to specific boats, and all boats are standard rigged
- 4x @ 158
- 2x @ 159
- 1x @ 160
Any changes to club boats require approval from the Coach or Captain/Lieutenants and will be performed by either, unless permission has been granted
Idle boats (not rowed for 2 years) or those whose owners are in arrears for two years will be decommissioned (derigged and relocated)
Decommissioned boats whose owners remain in arrears for three years – and who have not made alternative plans – will become property of Undine and may be listed for sale
C and B boats shall not be racked above A boats
Club singles shall not be racked higher than head-height on vertical racks

Follow Boat Bay and Erg Room placards for equipment care and damage reporting
Members must take responsibility for avoidable damage to Club boats and pay for repairs, up to $500 (insurance deductible)
An operational guide provides details related to oar and boat maintenance and turnover

Temporary storage options for boat covers, oars, and boats must be approved by the Captain
Taped-Off Zones designate storage areas for slings, stairs

The Captain holds authority over boathouse operations, rules, and safety
Only members in good standing and their guests may access the boathouse during designated hours
Members must sign out equipment before use, return it in clean and proper condition, and report any damage or malfunctions to the Captain

Placards in the erg room and boat bay provide information on courtesies, damage reporting, erg usage, and equipment care before, during, and after use
Whiteboards are to be used to communicate hazards and other observations

Use of club equipment and participation in races requires Coach or Captain approval
Racing Team members are expected to attend scheduled practices and follow the training plans
Unauthorized use of racing equipment is prohibited
Boats must be rerigged within 24 hours after return from regatta travel
Only club members may row singles, bow doubles and quads, and must be approved by Coach or Captain for A (Advanced) level boats

Repeated violations will be handled by the Captain and, if necessary, the Elective Committee
Non-compliance may result in warnings, suspension, or membership revocation