COMPETITORS from across the country will go bow-to-bow this weekend at the Lake Boga Yacht Club’s Annual Easter Regatta.
First held in 1937, the historic regatta regularly attracts over 100 different yachts across multiple classes of monohulls and catamarans.
Racing begins Friday afternoon and continues over the weekend, finishing up on Monday morning followed by trophy presentations.
Regatta co-ordinator Garry Johnstone said the sheer number of boats on the water is a sight to behold.
“It’s quite a spectacular site when you’ve got that many boats out there sailing,” he said.
“At either end of the lake you can see the boats quite clearly and with good weather it can be a great family day out.
“Of course, you’re also able to see the boats as they set off for their race.”
The regatta is heralded amongst the yachting community for its relaxed, friendly and family-orientated atmosphere.
Mr Johnstone said this year’s regatta had already attracted a near record number of interstate entries.
“We’ve got one chap coming from Tasmania, a few from South Australia, Canberra, and quite a few from New South Wales,” he said.
“A heap are coming from Victoria, around Port Phillip Bay, Westernport Bay, Gippsland.
“There’s a few of us from the club that get around to quite a few regattas over the place; travelling to those events can help get people back to Lake Boga.”
The regatta is the yacht club’s premier fundraiser and keeps the club afloat through the year.
Lake Boga Yacht Club will have pies, pasties, sausage rolls and salad rolls for sale.
Breakfast foods will be on offer from the canteen on Saturday, Sunday and Monday mornings, with a two-course meal and wine tasting on Saturday night.
Lakeside gas barbecues are also available for public use.
