THE 2013THE 2013 SOUNDSURFERSOUNDSURFER

WATERMAN’S CHALLENGEWATERMAN’S CHALLENGENew England’s ONLY WPA New England’s ONLY WPA Sanctioned National RaceSanctioned National Race

SPONSORSHIP PACKAGESSPONSORSHIP PACKAGES

Soundsurfer is a charitable organization dedicated to protecting two of our future’s most precious resources -

our children, and our natural water resources.

In 2011 Soundsurfer held it’s first Stand up Paddling event. We started with 20 paddlers the first year with a number of great sponsors. Last year, 109 paddlers raced in the event, and we were supported by nearly 40 sponsors and a ton of great volunteers and donors, all of whom helped us raise over $21,000 for charity.

All of the funds that Soundsurfer raises goes directly to the charities. Not a dime is spent on labor- the great people that run our event (and there are many) are volunteers.

Once again, the Soundsurfer Waterman’s Challenge will be the North East region’s “national Once again, the Soundsurfer Waterman’s Challenge will be the North East region’s “national race”, meaning that it serves as a direct qualifier for the World Championships in the fall of race”, meaning that it serves as a direct qualifier for the World Championships in the fall of 2013.2013.Soundsurfer partners with F.O.C.U.S. (For our Children’s Unlimited Success), a 501 c(3) non profit organization, in order to make these goals a reality.

This year’s Waterman’s Challenge will directly support the following organizations:

Juvenile Diabetes Research Foundation (JDRF)Harborwatch/EarthplaceF.O.C.U.S.One other children’s focused charity, yet to be named

We hope that you will join us as a paddler, sponsor, volunteer, and/or guest!

Eric PasqualeFounder SoundsurferRace Director Waterman’s Challenge(203) 581-3544, eric@soundsurfer.org, www.soundsurfer.org

Event DetailsWhen: Saturday June 1, 2013, 9am – 5pm

Where: 575 Riverside Ave, Westport CT 06880On the Saugatuck River, launching from and hosted by Downunder CT

What: A World Paddle Association sanctioned race and charity event to raise funds for children’s causes and environmental awareness in the State of Connecticut

10 mile long course competitive stand up paddle race4 mile short course competitive stand up paddle race3 mile non-competitive “fun” paddle Kids race

Kids clinic &race with Anthony Vela & Candice Appleby Adult Slalom & Sprints Trawler rides with Harborwatch Board demo’s, SUP instruction, SUP Yoga, and SUP Fitness Live music Food and fun for the whole family Board and merchandise raffles

Friday: Free Werner Paddle Clinic Friday Evening, and Meet &

Greet with organizers & SUP Racers Anthony Vela & Candice Appleby. Sunday: Adult clinic with Anthony & Candice

Sponsorship OpportunitiesPRESENTING SPONSOR: $15,000

The presenting sponsor will be the lead sponsor for the event and billed as the presenting sponsor on all promotional material and event advertising.

Package includes:• Lead branding on all promotional material before, during and after the event• The most prominent logo on the race shirts worn by the paddlers and on all event t shirts,

6 shirts• Entry to event for 4 paddlers• Entry to event for 4 guests• Room for 4 on the chase boats during the race• Logo placed on website with link to sponsors webpage• Downunder Fitness & Surf 1 year free classes

PRIZE MONEY SPONSOR: $8,000

The prize money sponsor will present checks to all winners of the sanctioned races at the event.

Package includes:• Branding on all promotional material before, during and after the event• Logo placed on the race shirts worn by the paddlers and on all event t shirts, 4 shirts

included• Entry to event for 2 paddlers, and 2 guests• Room for 2 on the chase boats during the race• Logo placed on website with link to sponsors webpage• Downunder Fitness & Surf 6 months free classes (spring/summer or fall/winter)

Sponsorship Opportunities

PREMIER SPONSOR: $2,000+Package Includes:

• Branding on all promotional material before and during the event• Logo placed on the race shirts worn by the paddlers and on all event t shirts, 2 shirts

included• Entry to event for 2 paddlers and 2 guests• Room for 2 on the chase boats during the race• Logo placed on website with link to sponsors webpage• Downunder Fitness & Surf 10 pack of classes

GOLD SPONSOR: $1,000- 1,999

Package Includes:• Branding on all promotional material before and during the event• Logo placed on the race shirts worn by the paddlers and on all event t shirts, 1 shirts

included• Entry to event for 1 paddler• Entry to event for 1 guest• Room for 1 on the chase boats during the race• Logo placed on website with link to sponsors webpage• Downunder Fitness & Surf 5 pack of classes

Sponsorship Opportunities

SILVER SPONSOR: $599- $999 Package Includes:

• Branding on all promotional material before and during the event• Logo placed on the race shirts worn by the paddlers and on all event t shirts, 1 shirts

included• Entry to event for 1 paddler• Entry to event for 1 guest• Logo placed on website with link to sponsors webpage• Downunder Fitness & Surf 1 free class

BRONZE SPONSOR: $300- $599Package Includes:

• Branding on promotional material before and during the event• Logo placed on the race shirts worn by the paddlers and on all event t shirts, 1 shirts

included• Entry to event for 1 guest• Logo placed on website with link to sponsors webpage

SUPPORTING SPONSOR: $300- $299 (or equivalent wholesale dollar amount in products/services) Package Includes:

• Branding on promotional material before and during the event• Entry to event for 1 guest • Logo placed on website with link to sponsors webpage

About the Beneficiaries

Juvenile Diabetes Research Foundation (JDRF):

The goals of the JDRF are to CURE type 1 diabetes, to DEVELOP better ways to treat type 1 diabetes and the PREVENT type 1 diabetes from occurring in those most susceptible.

Harborwatch/Earthplace:This very important organization “seeks to help protect and restore the biological integrity of the Long Island Sound and its watershed.” In conjunction with Earthplace, Harborwatch conducts studies in shallow water harbors and provides data to the CT DEP. It also offers internships to area high school and college students.

F.O.C.U.S (For Our Children’s Unlimited Success): Founded in 2000 by six outstanding individuals from Fairfield County, F.O.C.U.S. has donated over $115,000 to various CT children’s charities since 2007. It’s mission statement is as follows:“To promote, assist and endeavor to provide for the well being of children living in the State of Connecticut though fundraising and support of Section 501c(3) organizations involved in the betterment of the lives of the children of Connecticut.”

2012 Poster to be updated with new sponsors and details on Clinics,

Celebrity Paddlers, Team Riders

The 2012 Soundsurfer Waterman’s Challenge

Pics to come