September 16-19, 2009
Wolfeboro Vintage Race Boat Regatta
The past will come alive as some of the best known race boats of bygone eras return to Wolfeboro, for our sixth Wolfeboro Vintage Race Boat Regatta. Wolfeboro is now a major stop on the APBA Vintage Race Boat Circuit, and this summer's regatta expands to 4 full days, and includes over 70 vintage race boats running demonstration laps on a 1 mile oval course on beautiful Wolfeboro Bay.
On Board the Winnipesaukee Belle!!! - For a $10 donation to the New Hampshire Boat Museum, guests may view the heats from inside the race course on the Wolfeboro Bay. This beautiful sidewheeler will go out in the morning and in the afternoon and remain for one hour – time enough to really experience the vintage race boats at speed, but still allow flexibility for your day’s activities. Tickets will be available at Regatta Registration Booth at Cate Park – look for the “Vintage Ride Boats” sign.
Vintage Race Boat Rides!!! - For a donation to the NH Boat Museum at the $100 level, a number of the vintage race boat drivers will be giving rides in demonstration heats on the course. The times for these rides are 12:30 PM and 3:55 PM weather permitting. Racing life jackets and helmets are mandatory and will be supplied. The ride boats will be designated on the docks with signage, and ride tickets can be obtained at the Regatta Registration Booth at the docks.
Volunteers Needed!!!
For more info, or if your want to help out, please contact:
Bill John
Vintage Race Boat Shop - 603-569-5824 (shop phone)
John1948@metrocast.net
Gerri Prusko
Vintage Bookworm - 603-267-9075
GPrusko@vintagebookworm.com
NE Chapter Classic Antique Boat Society