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An event in the Marlborough Sounds that recently attracted more than 200 participants is the inspiration for the Evolution Sails Women on Water Weekend – described by hosts Gulf Harbour Yacht Club as ‘a fun weekend, on and off the water’.
Entries are now open for the regatta, which takes place from March 10 to 12 and is focused on getting more women out on the water. Boats are being provided by local sailors and experienced women sailors can also enter the boat they usually sail on and bring that to Gulf Harbour.
Gulf Harbour Yacht Club rear commodore Diane Lindsay says it is open to all women, from throughout NZ, from world-class sailors to those with little or no experience.
“The idea is that they can mix and mingle in a friendly and supportive environment, networking with their peers, all based around three days of sailing and social activities,” she says.
The event will be a first Clean Regatta for the club, following environmentally sustainable practices.
On the first day, visiting sailors will meet their skippers and crew, go for a familiarisation sail, a walk to Tiritiri lighthouse, then cruise back to the clubhouse for sundowners and a buffet.
Saturday and Sunday will be a two-day regatta, with trophies and prizes up for grabs, and on Saturday night everyone can enjoy a buffet dinner and dance the night away.
To find out more, or enter visit: https://www.ghyc.co.nz/page/woww-2023
