Frequently Asked Questions
How can I sign up for lessons or become a member? You can send email to us anytime or you can call (413) 442-7769 during the rowing season, generally May 1 – October 30.
How can I rent a boat? Once you’ve been cleared by a coach and have registered for a membership, you can sign up to take a boat on RegattaCentral. If you need help with this, don’t hesitate to email. (See sidebar.) You should sign up before 5 PM on the day before your row so we can plan accordingly. Arrive at the boathouse about ten minutes prior to your rowing time. (Rowers’ truism: to be early is to be on time; to be on time is to be late.)
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How can I cancel a reservation? If cancelling your reservation before 7 PM the evening before your row, all you need to do is remove your name from RegattaCentral. If later than 7 PM the evening before your row, please call the boathouse at (413) 442-7769 and leave a message. Additionally, email us at info@berkshirerowing.com.
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What kind of weather prevents rowing? Heavy fog, wind of upwards of 10 mph, and thunderstorms prevent rowing. On choppy days, staff may limit rowing to team boats only.
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What happens if the weather is not ideal for rowing? We encourage all members sign up for a program called Remind. If the staff decides rowing conditions are prohibitive of going out, they’ll send out a Remind which you’d receive indicating that rowing will be delayed or cancelled. So, if in doubt, check your messages before heading out.