28th Annual Schooner Wharf Minimal Regatta

Ahoy Minimal Shipwrights!

Our 28th Annual Schooner Wharf Minimal Regatta is slated for Sunday, May 26th.

Each team must build a boat seaworthy enough to stay afloat for the entire race course in the Key West Bight in front of Schooner Wharf. The catch—the boats are made of plywood, fasteners, duct tape, and 2′ x 4’s.

Minimal Regatta Construction Rules

1. One sheet of 4′ x 8′ x 1/4″ plywood

2. Two 2″x 4″ 8′

3. One pound of fasteners

4. One roll of 2″ x 60 yard duct tape

5. No caulking or adhesives – Epoxy paint is permitted

6. Painting of boats is optional

7. Oars/Paddles must be made out of these materials

There are two categories of “Minimal Vessels” — Kayak/Canoe Design & Open Design. Competitors will win prizes in each design group for Fastest – 1st & 2nd Place. Other prizes are awarded for the Most Creative Design – 1st & 2nd Place, Best Paint Jobs, Best Costumed Entries, Sportsmanship Awards, and Sinker Awards.

Entry form is on our website soon, the entry fee will benefit the Southernmost VFW Post 3911. Each team will receive two collectable Minimal Regatta tee shirts – Register by Thursday, May 23rd and receive two additional Minimal Regatta tee shirts for your team!

Looking forward to seeing your creativity and seamanship again this year!

For more info call 305-292-9520

Gotta Regatta!

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