The BHYC Racing Committee would like to invite all area sailors to participate in the Classic Boat Race and the Commodores Cup. These races are organized to be fun and include a wide range of sailboats and competitors from the “I don’t know anything about racing” group to the experienced racer.

BHYC expects to provide both beginning and advanced racing sailors with a great experience in 2013. Meet fellow sailors and get involved on the water.

Both racing series are open to all comers and take place in the outer harbor, using government marks.

The Commodores Cup is a three race series, June 30, July 20 and August 17. Race in one or all three races. There will be multiple divisions based on PHRF handicap plus a separate division for BHOD boats.

The Classic Race is open to traditional full keel or heavy cruising vessels 25 years and older. The races will be held on July 19 and August 23 and will include a pursuit start and – spinnakers are not allowed.

Pre-registration is required and can be done via the website at www.bhyc.net/racing, then click on “register online.” The “Notice of Race” and “Sailing Instructions” for each race are also available online or at the yacht club. You must preregister.

In addition the club offers open racing every Thursday at 1630 in the inner harbor and every Saturday at 1300 in the outer harbor. All races utilize a PHRF handicap or one design format. You can sign up thru the website.

Need crew? Contact us and we will arrange crew.

For further registration information, contact Geoff McCuskey, adult sailing and racing director, at adultsailing@bhyc.net or 207-633-5750 ext. 102

Boothbay Harbor Yacht Club is located at 156 Western Ave., West Boothbay Harbor.