NERRS Information
Welcome
On behalf of the member clubs and players of the New England Rugby Fottball Union we want to extend a hearty welcome to all referees, family members, and friends. The future growth and success of the sport of rugby in New England is linked directly to Union, club and player support for the members of the New England Rugby Referees Society. Toward this end, the Union has worked hard to support the work of the referees during the 2009 NERFU CUP. On behalf of the entire Bull Moose Club please don't hesitate to call Tournament Director Stewart Dunlop at 603-520-5284 for any personal assitance you or your family might need as you prepare for this exciting weekend. Thank you for the committment that each of you has made to improving the game of rugby. Heres to a great tournament!
Lodging Information
Two hotels have been reserved for referee lodging during the 2009 Cup. Both hotels are within walking distance of the rugby grounds and all of the restaurants, shops, and attractions in historic North Conway Village.
Lodging:
A total of 15 rooms have been reserved at The Kearsarge Inn for NERRS. The Kearsarge Inn is owned by Bull Moose RFC founder Stewart Dunlop and his partner David Peterson who owns Decades Steak House adjacent to The Kearsarge. The inn is walking distance to the rugby grounds and all of the restaurants, shops, and attractions in historic North Conway Village. Reservations for Evaluators at The Kearsarge Inn will be made by NERRS. For more information on The Kearsarge Inn visit www.kearsargeinn.com.
A block of rooms have been reserved at The Eastern Slope Inn for tournament referees. These are preferred rooms in the hotel's new Carriage House Suites and Whitaker House Suites Eastern Slope Inn is within walking distance of the rugby grounds and all of the restaurants, shops, and attractions in historic North Conway Village. Referees wishing to secure overnight lodging should contact ESI directly. Referees looking for less expensive lodging should request lodging in the main inn. See rates below:
Reservation Contact for Referees: Diane Fernald (800-862-1600) dianefernald@attitashmtvillage.com
Schedule of NERRS Events
Friday May 15
6:00-8:00 PM NERRS Welcome North Conway Country Club
Join the Bull Moose and our local business sponsor for a sunset cash bar reception at the North Conway Country Club next to the pitches. After a few pints saunter on over to Decades Steak House located on Seavey Street next to The Kearsarge Inn and 3 blocks from Eastern Slope Inn is one of the lead sponsors of the 2009 NERFU Cup. In addition to thier full menu Decades will offer 3 entre's priced at $9.99 including tax and one non-alcoholic beverage for refs, family and friends. Additionally, $4.00 Sam Adams and $3.00 Miller Lite or Coors Lite will be available. Form more information about Decades visit www.decadessteakhouse.com or call 356-7080. The Rugby/NERRS contact at Decades is Aliciian Chute, Manager.
Saturday May 16
6:00-Midnight Annual NERRS Bandquet Wildcat Inn & Tavern
The annual NERRS Banquet will be held at The Wildcat Inn & Tavern in beautiful Jackson, New Hampshire. Owned by Bull Moose founder Stewart Dunlop and Decades owner David Peterson, Chef Ryan Taylor and the staff of this famous restaurant have prepared a delicious meal and evening of live entertainment for NERRS members. For more information on the The Wildcat Inn & Tavern visit www.wildcattavern.com.
6:45 - 7:30 PM Cocktail Reception
7:30-9:30 PM Dinner Banquet
9:00 to closing Entertainment by The White Mountain Boys
Transportation to and from the Wildcat is up to each individual referee.
Sunday May 17
@4:00 PM Awards & Drink-Up Horsefeathers
Join the members of the Bull Moose RFC, NERFU Board of Directors and club players for a celebratory drink before the long ride home. $4.00 Sam Adams and $3.00 Miller Lite