The regatta season is into its final stretch, and at this time of year sailing enthusiasts are usually looking forward to the North Eleuthera Regatta. However, a new regatta in the country is coming on-stream.
For the first time, this year, a 'C' class regatta will be held in Rock Sound, Eleuthera. It is set for the end of the month, September 25-28.
"About 21 years ago, we decided to go to Rock Sound to try and put it together, but it did not work then and for years after that, we tried and it never worked. Now today we can confirm that Rock Sound is on," said sailing consultant in the Ministry of Youth, Sports and Culture Dr. Phillip McPhee. "We were blessed and privileged in Rock Sound to meet with so many community members who came out to a meeting that was recently held. So many great things are happening in terms of making this work. We have some great sponsors who have come on board and we plan on doing something special for the cancer society," he added.
Not just any 'C' Class boats will be invited to participate in the Rock Sound regatta. There will be a qualifying race this weekend at Montagu Bay to determine which boats will be invited to Rock Sound.
"All of the 'C' Class boats in the country are invited to participate here on Saturday and Sunday and at the end of that, the top 12 will be sailing in Rock Sound," said McPhee.
The inaugural Rock Sound Regatta qualifying races are set to get underway at 10 a.m. on both Saturday and Sunday at Montagu Bay.
Some of the 'C' Class boats expected to compete this weekend are the Sweet Island Gal, the Asue Draw Thunderbird, Melva B, H2O, the Lady Ruthnell, Dream Girl and San Sally.
Montagu Bay has seen a lot of action in the past few weeks, as both the Acklins and Cat Island regattas climaxed there due to inclement weather at their original sites.
The North Eleuthera Regatta is still scheduled for the National Heroes Day Holiday weekend, and is expected to wrap up the regatta season here in The Bahamas.

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