****Supporting Link and NOR TBA

"51st Annual Running – July 19 & 20, 2025
Great racing and social events in Boothbay Harbor upcoming in July. The 51st BHYC Regatta and Shipyard Cup Classics Challenge offers traditional PHRF handicap and one design racing as well as several divisions of Classic Yachts. Our well run regatta will insure solid competition coupled with exciting social activities for all.

This regatta recognizes and includes the large fleet of Classic yachts in New England and especially on the coast of Maine and their popularity. Boothbay Harbor Yacht Club is coordinating with the Classic Yacht Owners Association (CYOA), Friendship Sloop Association, Boothbay Harbor One Design Association among several others in continuing to promote Classics racing in the 51st year of this historic regatta.

Combining Classics with the traditional large PHRF and One Design fleets will make for an exciting experience. The timing of July 19th and 20th allows for participation in GMORA and Classic signature events later in July and August.

Presented by Boothbay Harbor Yacht Club in conjunction with the marine community and support from key sponsors the weekend will offer competitive racing and the beauty of sail on Booth Bay.

Multiple divisions for PHRF and One Designs

• Division 1 – PHRF up to 93
• Division 2 – PHRF 94-141
• Division 3 – PHRF 142-192
• Division 4 – PHRF 193 and Up
• J/80 and other One Design Divisions
• Boothbay Harbor One Designs (also scored for its own Classics Award)
• Cruising Division

We are also planning a 'casual cruising division' for first time racers and other boats that just want to sail around the scenic race courses offered. Consideration is also being given to providing awards for short-handed crews racing within the planned divisions.

Shipyard Cup Classics Challenge Divisions (CRF Ratings)
The Shipyard Cup Classics Challenge is part of the Classic Yacht Owners Association (CYOA) Challenge Series, and includes the following divisions:

• Vintage
• Classic
• Modern Classic
• Spirit of Tradition

Schedule

• July 18 - Registration open, owners/skippers dinner at BHYC
• July 19 – Skippers meeting, Registration packets available
• July 19 – Racing starts at 1130 hrs. in outer Booth Bay
• July 19 – Evening party and reception at Boothbay Shipyard
• July 20 – Race participant boat parade (inner Boothbay Harbor) 1000 hrs.
• July 20 – Racing starts at 1200 hrs. - outer Booth Bay
• July 20 – Awards ceremony at 1630 hrs. or after the conclusion of racing at BHYC"

https://www.bhyc.net/Default.aspx?p=dynamicmodule&pageid=98&ssid=100131&vnf=1