San Juan 21 Western Nationals included this year

by Dennis Rahm

The 47th Annual Lake Chelan Sailing Regatta takes place this weekend with an added attraction. The three-day event will host for the first time, the San Juan 21 Western Nationals.

Russ Jones of the Lake Chelan Sailing Association explains that a local connection led to hosting the San Juan 21 event.

Weather permitting, spectators can enjoy sailboat racing on Friday, Saturday and Sunday with 40-50 boats expected. The event is based out of Lakeshore Marina at Don Morse Park. Participants come from as far away as California and Alberta.

Jones also asks that the general Lake Chelan boating community be courteous to the racers while competition is underway as even small wakes can create problems for a sailboat.

The annual regatta is sponsored by the Lake Chelan Sailing Association.  www.sailchelan.com