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.
Notice of Race:
A series of fun and family-friendly events for sailors looking for something a little more easy going, or to be introduced to racing.
June 9, 2019
July 1, 2019
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!
August 10, 2019
The Single-Double Handed Race is your opportunity to test your seamanship abilities in a competitive distance race. Course length is 8.8nm.
The SI is amended as follows:
3 SCHEDULE
· The race is scheduled for Saturday, August 10, 2019.
· 11:00AM, skippers’ meeting at the Crew Bench between Pier 1 and Pier 2.
· 11:55 AM, warning signal.
· Start at noon.
September 28, 2019
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.
Chilli and buns (Natch!) will be served at On Deck Sports Bar following the race, $5.00 per person.
Membership in the Thunder Bay Yacht Club is not required. The race is typically pursuit-style on a short 7 or 8 nautical mile course in and around Prince Arthurs Landing Marina. Watch out for water balloons at the finish line!