The kids on their Pico's are dwarfed by the fast sailing Minx as she heads out racing to Pine Cay and back.
The first Fools Regatta was held in 1990 and the Minx was part of that first race so many years ago along with the Beluga. This year’s event brought out crowds of people even though the weather was cloudy and a tropical storm made for an exciting day in more ways than one. This year the sailing club introduced the kids to 12 Laser Picos and these have been ideal for training the islands’ younger sailors.
The Caicos Sloops were all in competition for the Tom Lightbourne trophy
Young Provo Sailing Club member watches the races.
These three little sisters were having a blast playing in the water.
Even some of our four legged friends got in on the water fun
Provo Primary Steel Band provided some lively music...those kids are amazing!
Storm clouds moving in, the water turned choppy and the winds kicked in.
The Beluga and a native Caicos Sloop racing through the waters
Awards ceremony with the lovely young presenter receiving the "fools" cap
Winners in the Caicos Sloop A Class category.....Congratulations!
Capt. Tim of the Beluga wins the Bent Prop award for his mad, heart pounding, wind forced dash towards the beach!
Another Regatta is over and this one will be remembered for it’s hurricane like abrupt end. Nonetheless, we all had a great time. Lots of sailing and racing, fun, laughter and seeing and enjoying friends. Well done everyone and the volunteer effort always amazes me. You are all stars in my book!
SEE YOU NEXT YEAR.
Marta
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