Calling all Long Islanders and those who are just looking for a good old party — it's time to make ready for the 41st Annual Long Island Regatta, because all is set on the home front. They're just waiting for you.
Set to take place in Salt Pond, Long Island June 5 - 7, this year's event is expected to be the biggest and best Long Island Regatta ever and all the pieces are already in place.
As far as accommodations are concerned, facilities on the island are already almost booked out, and according to reports, there is hardly an available room on the entire island for the Labour Day holiday weekend.
During the weekend over 45 sailing sloops from throughout the country are expected to compete for trophies and cash prizes, but as we all know, it won't be all about the sailing.
"As it stands now, the Long Island Sailing Association and the Long Island Sailing Club are in the final stages of preparation," says Coolidge Cartwright, the president of the Long Islanders' Association (LIA). "We have a lot of activities planned that include races, games and lots of food."
This year Salt Pond is expected to be abuzz with the many sailing and activities organized by the association. According to Cartwright the expectation is that the event will be spectacular, "filled with quality competition on the water, the usual interaction with old friends and good old-fashion fun and excitement."
"Onshore there will be dancing to indigenous 'rake 'n' scrape' music, sporting events, and local food specialties for sale that will create a carnival-like atmosphere. There will also be an opening ceremony, so we have a lot planned. That's why I'm advising all those who are interested in being in Long Island for the regatta to book accommodations early so they don't miss out on the fun."
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