2019 marks the 45th annual running of the Boothbay Harbor Yacht Club Regatta July 27 and 28. The BHYC regatta is a premier event on the Gulf of Maine Ocean Racing Association (GMORA) sailing circuit and it hosts many different classes of competition from PHRF handicap racing to one design classes, including Boothbay Harbor One-Designs, J80s, and J22s. The BHYC Regatta attracts between 30 and 60 boats from all over Maine to race two full days in and around Boothbay Harbor. There are classes of competition for everyone including the hard core racer and the cruiser who want to compete in their first race.

One Design class racing is fun and often takes place in the inner bay with close competition and racing quarters. Racing classes often sail two to three windward leeward courses each day in bay, with coastal islands such as Squirrel, Southport and Damariscove acting as picturesque backdrops and interesting geographical obstacles. Cruising classes sail one long race each day, winding themselves through the many islands and guts along the Gulf of Maine.

Sailors are invited to come for the racing, but don’t forget to join us for a competition and convivial celebration after racing! Come a day early and take advantage of one of the premier family dining spots on the coast, as well as one of the best sailing venues you will find anywhere! We have guest moorings available from 1,500 to 3,000 lbs.

To register go to the Boothbay Harbor Yacht Club website, www.BHYC.net        

For additional information contact: Past Commodore Andrew Holmes, cruises@gwi.net or 882-5525.