Eight small sailboats participated in the annual West Island Regatta at Hoppy’s Landing in Fairhaven on 8/13. The informal, friendly sailing competition presents a challenge to experienced and novice sailors. The boats sailed out of Hoppy’s Landing and through a three mile course. The name of this year’s winner was not available by press time. This year’s race had originally been scheduled for July 16, but was changed to 8/13. The change in date likely resulted in fewer boats participating.
Spectators watch as sailors get their boats ready for the fourth annual West Island Regatta on 8/13/22 leaving from Hoppy’s Landing in Fairhaven. Photo by Margie Green Joseph.
A sail catches the wind during the fourth annual West Island Regatta on 8/13/22 leaving from Hoppy’s Landing in Fairhaven. Photo by Margie Green Joseph.
Eight small sailboats participate in the fourth annual West Island Regatta on 8/13/22 leaving from Hoppy’s Landing in Fairhaven. Photo by Margie Green Joseph.
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