A series of fun and family-friendly events for sailors looking for something a little more easy going, or to be introduced to racing.
This pursuit race and associated trophy is sponsored by the Thunder Bay Harbour Commissioner.
Membership in the Thunder Bay Yacht Club is not required. The race is typically a short course set around fixed navigation marks within the bay of Thunder Bay.
Click here to see 2019 Results >
This race is run annually on Canada Day and the associated trophy is sponsored by the Mayor of the City of Thunder Bay.
Membership in the Thunder Bay Yacht Club is not required. The race is typically pursuit-style and is often held inside the breakwall to faciliate easy viewing by all of the people enjoying the activities at Marina Park on Canada Day.
Skipper's Meeting is @ 13:00 on Pier 1. See you there!
The Single-Double Handed Race is your opportunity to test your seamanship abilities in a competitive distance race. Course length is 8.8nm
(2020 race was not held due to the pandemic)
In this fun middle-distance event, racers will sail counter-clockwise around the Welcome Islands, and finish with great prizes at On Deck at 4pm!
The Chili Buns Classic is an open annual fun race held at the end of the racing season, celebrating the year and season overall.
Skipper's Meeting at 1PM, with a 2PM start. Course to be determined at skipper's meeting
Chilli and buns (of course) will be served at On Deck Sports Bar following the race, our race sponsors Line X Thunder Bay and Streetcity Realty are covering costs so free chili and buns for all participants.
