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PCA NER Meets the Treffen at Sea

I want to start with an apology! Between planning and attending events, this post is long overdue. Now that I have that out of the way, I wanted to recap an amazing event.

PCA Treffen at Sea was an event that brought together over 900 PCA members on a cruise ship from all over the country. The cruise ship docked in Boston on the Monday of the long weekend September 1st.

Preparations began long before that. I attempted to contact the port authority, and simply received the run around. Phone calls were made, emails were sent but no one responded. I went to the Raymond L. Flynn Black Falcon Cruise Terminal, to investigate where we could setup our PCA tent and perhaps show some cars. When there are no cruise ships docked the place is a graveyard. Following that attempt we decided that all we could do was show up on the day and pray that we didn’t upset any authorities and give a good showing.

Come the morning of the meet and greet and events were still conspiring against us. With help from Vu Nguyen and Manny Alban we found a spot that seemed appropriate. With help from Peter Palermo, we setup our tent and began parking some cars.

No sooner than we had setup, we were approached by officials who began to tell us that we were not allowed to setup here. But Vu saved the day and all was copasetic.

Over the course of five hours we met and greeted what felt like all 900 people off the cruise. We handed out refreshments and gifts courtesy of Hagerty as well as information about NER.

 

The rest of the day went without a hitch. As always, I would like to thank everyone that volunteered to help by manning the booth or bringing their wonderful automobiles. Thanks to Glenn Champagne our President, Betty-Mae Mosley our Secretary, Peter Palermo and Kevin Moran our VPs of Communication, Rich Archambault, Gary Cooper and Ashley Romeo. Apologies if I missed anyone.

Many accolades were received on the day and we received a personal thanks from PCA national for putting on such a great reception. Including this from Vu PCA Executive Director.

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8th Annual Dow Rally – Registration Is OPEN!

Join us on October 19th for the 8th Annual Charlie and Martha Dow Fall Rally! 

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Registration

Registration for this event is currently OPEN at MotorsportReg and you can register by clicking here

About The Event

We do this rally in honor of the late Charlie Dow and his wife Martha – longtime, active NER and board members and all-around Porsche enthusiasts. Their kids will be attending so come and say HI!

The event was originally a tour but we switched it to a gimmick rally – you still get to drive a pretty course but now you must stay focused and attempt to answer questions about the landmarks you pass. You will have written directions and a GPS route as well.  Do people still get lost?  Yes.  Do drivers and navigators get in arguments?  Yes.  Has the event caused a divorce? Unclear.

Spend a Fall Sunday morning behind the wheel – is there any better place to be?  Only when it’s on a rally through the winding roads of southeastern Massachusetts and the Southcoast.  Beginning in Swansea, MA, we’ll put about 60 miles under our tires enjoying the fall scenery and keeping eyes peeled for answers to clues. The Dow Rally will end in Westport, MA with a hot luncheon buffet (Portuguese stuffed chicken, baked scrod, ziti and all the fixin’s).  Start and finish are both easy-on/easy-off Route 195.

The Details

The $65 entry fee includes the car and lunch for two. If there are more than two “eaters” then please let us know.

You should plan on a day that starts at 9am and ends around 2pm. 

HERE IS AN IMPORTANT POINT:  At the Newcomer’s meeting a common question was “I’m not sure that I want to jump into a DE or an autocross, what is the best activity for me to try first so I can meet other members?”  WELL, THIS IS IT!  (Or the Summer Party – that works too!).  This is a great event to bring a kid or kids and come in a Macan (or stuff the really small ones in the back of the 911).  The kids can help with the gimmick rally (they have better vision than you do and aren’t busy driving) and will have a blast.   

Have Any Further Questions? 

Contact Us Here

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2025 NER Concours Update – Registration is now CLOSED

UPDATE 9/18/2025:

REGISTRATION IS NOW CLOSED: With nearly 120 cars committed YTD we have reached our maximum of 120 for both Werks and Full Presentation Judging. Registration is closed but a waiting list will be established for those that wish to be considered. After September 29, 2025 no cancellations will be accepted and no refunds issued.  No day of the event registrations will be accepted. Only paid spectators and pre-registered participants will be allowed access.

The 2025 NER Concours has something for everyone!

Do you have a penchant for keeping your Porsche super clean? How about sharing your Porsche’s ownership story with fellow members? Or maybe you just want to see a lot of cool Porsches, all in one place?

A great way to do all of the above is to attend our annual Concours located on the grounds of the beautiful Elms mansion in sunny Newport, RI. 

Mingle with your fellow Porsche enthusiasts, and enjoy food and drink (available for purchase),  as you peruse the diverse collection of Porsches in attendance.

When will the 2025 Concours Be Held?

The 2025 NER Concours will be held 8:00am to 1:00pm on Saturday, October 4 on the back lawn of The Elms property, 367 Bellevue Avenue, Newport, RI during the Audrain Motor Week and Concours.

Concours entrants will have a choice between objective points-based Full classes and Werks classes where the history and stories behind Porsches are weighed by judges in a mostly subjective manner. Advanced Concours entrant registration will be $40, with day of the Concours registration, if available, $60.

How to Register & Event Information

Registration is currently CLOSED (waitlist only) at Hagerty Motorsports Reg – CLICK HERE TO REGISTER

You can also go to our event page on our Events calendar for more information here

Advance registration opened July 1st, and closes Oct 2nd. Advance registration is strongly encouraged, as a limited number of slots are available for entry.

Where Can I Learn More About the NER Concours (In General)?

Have a look at our concours activity page by clicking here

 

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2025 RAMBLE WRAP UP

The 39th Annual PCA Northeast Region Ramble took place April 25–27, 2025, at the stunning Mountain View Grand Resort & Spa in Whitefield, NH. It was a weekend filled with beautiful cars, winding roads, delicious food—and most importantly, community.

The rain tried, but couldn’t dull the beauty of the 3.5-hour drive. A total of 158 Porsches—everything from a brand-new 2025 911, a few GT3s to a classic 1970 911T—cruised north through sweeping curves, dipped into Vermont for a scenic ride along Route 102, then headed east through the breathtaking Dixville Notch before winding down south to Jackson for lunch.

As a wave of drivers arrived at the charming, ski-lodge-style Shovel Handle Pub, the scene was lively. With three floors of seating, the venue burst with Rambler’s sharing their ride stories—at one point, the buffet line spilled onto the half-paved parking lot (the result of a land dispute that delayed full paving!). With full bellies and high spirits, drivers departed Jackson via a covered bridge, continuing their journey along the scenic roads of the White Mountain National Forest.

For first-time Ramblemeisterin Doreen Manning, the most nerve-wracking part was speaking through a feedback-prone microphone—first at Friday’s cocktail hour and again at Saturday morning’s packed drivers’ meeting. But by Saturday night’s three-course dinner, her nerves had eased, thanks to the kind words and positive feedback shared by a multitude of Ramble participants throughout the day. “I still can’t believe how incredibly nice and positive the entire group was throughout the event!” she says.

This year’s Ramble sold out in a record-breaking 7 hours and 20 minutes, a testament to the strength and enthusiasm of the Ramble community. Over 284 participants met or reconnected over Friday night cocktails, laughed over breakfast, shared road stories at lunch, and filled the Mountain View Grand ballroom with joy on Saturday night. With 23% first-time attendees mingling with veterans of 20+ Rambles, this year was a testament to the enduring spirit of the PCA North East Region’s Porsche-loving community.

The Ramble team is already working on the 40th Annual Ramble, which will be held April 24-26, 2026 at the Sagamore Hotel in Lake George, NY. Although a slightly bigger venue (20 more rooms!) than our 2025 hotel, the popularity of this community event cannot be overstated, so save the date for Thursday, January 15, 2026 at 5am when registration opens!! 

 

Until then, see you next year! 

 

Special thanks to our sponsors:

  • Overall Event Sponsor: European Performance Engineering – www.epe.com
  • Friday Cocktail Hour Sponsor: Porsche of Warwick, RI
  • Drivers’ Breakfast Meeting Sponsor: Seacoast Specialist Cars – www.sscarsnh.com
  • Car Wash Station Sponsor: Griot’s Garage – www.griotsgarage.com

 

2025 Ramble Carousel

 Photos: Nicholas Reynolds

BONUS: Check out these Ramble photos, taken by our own Ramble Registrar Larry Levin! 

OFFICIAL RAMBLE FULL LENGTH RECAP COMING SOON 



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NER MEMBER APPRECIATION PARTY

NER MEMBERSHIP APPRECIATION EVENT 

CLICK HERE TO REGISTER

You’re Invited to a VIP NER PCA membership appreciation event!

🎉NER MEMBER APPRECIATION Social 🎉

Date: May 4, 2025

Time: 3:30 pm- 6pm

Location: KINGS, Burlington, MA

Join us for an unforgettable experience at KINGS in Burlington. Enjoy an exclusive VIP experience, a private entrance, outdoor patio viewing, and luxury indoor viewing on two massive video screens!

Pricing: $40

🍽 Food and Bowling

Their will be a replenishing apps buffet for this event  

A full Cash bar and food menu is available as well  

🎳 2-Hour Free Bowling Tournament starts at 4pm

– Highest score wins a Free Full Car Detail from BRAVO AUTO SPA

https://www.bravoautospa.com

This is the event you don’t want to miss! REGISTRATION OPENS FRIDAY April 4,2025 for your chance to enjoy VIP treatment and mingle with other members and enjoy a Miami race day in style!

🚨 Hurry – THIS WILL SELL OUT FAST 🚨

The first 50 members to register will receive the NER VIP treatment!

Don’t miss out – registration opens Friday, April 4, 2025 and secure your spot.

 

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Winter Warmer Social 2025

Need a mid-winter taste of your favorite car? Come to Herb Chambers Porsche of Boston!

 

 

Join us on Sunday February 9th starting at 10am and ending at 12pm (Address is 1172 Commonwealth Ave., Boston, Mass.) for coffee and munchies and a whole lot more, courtesy of Mr. Chambers, Sales Manager Peter Wienstroer. Look at cars, meet your friends and, once everyone is there, we will talk about upcoming PCA events and we will catch us up on the latest Porsche news.

https://porschenet.com/events/winter-warmer-4/?swcfpc=1

And who knows what else? Weather permitting take a test drive.

The event address is: 1172 Commonwealth Ave. Boston. Please RSVP below so we can plan food (and, very importantly in January, we will have your email to contact you if the event has to be cancelled or postponed due to snowy weather).

Questions: contact Mark Shane at [email protected]

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2025 NER-PCA New England Ramble Registration Opens January 23, 2025

 

Join us for the 2025 Ramble – a Northeast Region PCA signature event – April 25 to April 27. This year the Northeast Region (NER) of the Porsche Club of America (PCA)  has reserved the ENTIRE Mountain view Grand Resort & Spa in Whitefield, NH for our 39th Annual PCA Northeast Region Ramble. 

More event details below but first we wanted to let you know that NER is now using a new registration platform called motorsportreg. If in the last year you’ve registered for Autocross, HPDE, the Concours or the Gala you’ve used this new system. If you haven’t used it yet, no worries as you can go to motorsportreg.com and create a free account for yourself! Then on your profile under organizations add “PCA – Northeast Region – Social Events” so you don’t miss anything. BTW NEW AND IMPROVED with the new system there will only be ONE Registration per car!! DRIVER must register and has the option to also register a passenger or passengers. HOWEVER; EVERY ATTENDEE MUST COMPLETE A SPEED WAIVER.

OK here’s our simple 3-Step process to register. 

  1. Fill out the Registration form. The Driver should go to http://msreg.com/NERPCA2025Ramble then click ‘Register’ on or after 1/23/2025 and you will begin registering on the next page.  Be sure the Driver registers and fills out the form.  NEW this year is that on the same form the Driver can and should register any passengers all at once.  After completing the form and paying any fees you’ll receive notice that you have completed Step 1 of 3 along with a link to the waiver in Step 2!
  2. Complete a waiver for each person you registered.  This is done using Speed Waiver and your mobile phone.  The Driver will be texted a link to a form specifically for the Driver only.  Any passengers must use the following link  https://pcanersocial.speedwaiver.com/wdizi   (don’t worry you’ll receive an email with the link again with your Step 1 completed notifications.)  PASSENGERS to speed up the confirmation process be sure to TYPE THE SAME FIRST AND LAST NAME into the Speed Waiver app as the Driver entered for you during registration. Doing this will allow expedited processing to get you to the next step!
  3. Book your Hotel Room. WHEN and only when you’ve completed Steps 1 & Step 2 AND your status is updated from NEW to CONFIRMED along with an email you’ll receive can you start the process of booking a room.  Within that email will be a link to BOOK your HOTEL room.  This is how Hotel rooms will be booked this year: PLEASE DO NOT CALL THE HOTEL.  

Registration link: http://msreg.com/NERPCA2025Ramble

 

LINK TO RESERVE YOUR ROOM WILL BE SENT TO YOU AFTER YOU REGISTER FOR THE EVENT.

The agenda for the event is as follows:

FRIDAY

  • Cocktails 6-7:30pm
  • Dinner on your own Friday (reservations needed if you choose to dine at the hotel)

SATURDAY

  • Continental Breakfast  7-9:30am
  • Mandatory drivers meeting 8:30am
  • Ride with GPS turn-by-turn directions for your route through the glorious mountain roads of New Hampshire
  • Buffet lunch at a picturesque mountainside restaurant 12 – 2pm 
  • Ride with GPS turn-by-turn directions back to hotel 
  • Saturday evening, cocktails and hors d’oeuvres (6-7:30pm) before plated dinner 7:30-10pm (festive attire encouraged).

SUNDAY

  • Buffet breakfast 7-10am

ROOM RATES

Rooms sell out fast, so don’t delay! Unless you like being on a waitlist, reserve your room upon receiving confirmation of your PCA NER registration!

 

Classic King or Queen

Daily Rate $265.73/Saturday rate with single meal package $426.77, double  meals package $587.81

 

Grand View King or Queen

Daily Rate 279.81/Saturday rate with single meal package $440.85, double meals package $601.89

 

King or Queen Studio

Daily Rate 299.88/Saturday rate with meal package $460.92, double meals package $621.96

 

Heritage Suites

Daily Rate $349.93/Available only with the double meals package at $672.01

 

Summit Suite

Daily Rate $399.87/Available only with the double meals package at $721.95

There are only a total of 13 Suites available.

 

Check-in time is 4pm

Check-out time is 11am

The Friday rate is for your room only and includes all taxes and fees. Subject to availability, this same rate applies for 3 nights pre & post Ramble should you wish to extend your stay.  

Saturday Package Rate includes your room, Saturday cocktail hour with hors d’oeuvres (cash bar after you’ve used your 1 drink ticket/person), Saturday night dinner, Sunday morning hot breakfast buffet, and all service charges, gratuities and taxes. 

 

Thanks to our sponsors:

Overall Event Sponsor is European Performance Engineering

Our Friday Night Reception Sponsor is Porsche of Warwick Rhode Island





 

 

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7th Annual Dow Rally Invades NCR

Well the weather wasn’t perfect but everything else pretty much was.  The course, which took us into Southern New Hampshire (take that NCR!), explored some interesting towns, found nice windy roads and offered lots of spectacular views (great job Anker!). We had a good turnout – 34 signups but a few last minute dropouts – and the Dow family was nicely represented. Lunch at the Billiards Café (the Autocross watering hole) was excellent and a few folks even picked up a cue stick.

This is a “gimmick” rally and there were, indeed, a few gimmick questions. Let the record show that there were NO questions that were missed by everyone – so we’ll call it fair. The winners got 23 of 25 right and second place was very close with 22 correct answers. It is true that the two top finishers had 8 eyeballs in the car so extra passengers do help. The winning team “Familia Lopez” (Roger, Lisa, Natalia and Gabriela) all fit into a 911 which was quite impressive.

 

 

Second place went to “Team Websters” (the Beaver family) who were more comfortably seated in a Macan.

The other “gimmick” was that a prize was rewarded for “your most embarrassing car story.”  While there were some pretty embarrassing stories (at the next Autocross ask Chris Ryan how a 911 wound up in a pond) and even an embarrassing moment (one of the rallyers stalled his car at the start) there was a clear winning story. It belonged to Wayne and Teresa Mattson who reported that many years ago when Teresa was 7th months pregnant, Wayne drove them to the local gas station for a fillup in their manual transmission Hyundai. He went into the store to pay but came out to see the car slowly circling around the parking lot, barely missing the other cars. Teresa, as she waited, decided to turn on the radio and needed to turn on ignition. Since this was before the era when you needed to depress the clutch as a safety measure, the car started and took off. She was frantically reaching across and steering but unable to stop the car. Our hero (goat? – he left the car in gear) was able to open the door and yank on the ebrake to bring the situation to a safe conclusion (and win our trophy).

Once again the Dow Rally proved to be a great event for newer members and/or those who want to use their Porsche SUV for something other than getting groceries. Hope to see you all at the Annual Gala.

Note, if you wish to drive the very scenic route here are instructions…

The course is available on Ride with GPS. You need to have the application installed on your
phone in advance (there is a 7-day free trial). To load the route, click on or type the following
into your phone browser: https://ridewithgps.com/routes/48643420.

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