St. Mary's College of Maryland’s highly anticipated Governor’s Cup Yacht Race, scheduled for August 3 - 4, is open for registration.
This year marks the 45th running of the oldest and longest overnight race on the Chesapeake Bay. The main event starts from Maryland’s current capital city in Annapolis to its first capital city in St. Mary’s City. Simultaneously Potomac Leg sailors start at Dahlgren, Southern Leg sailors start at Fishing Bay, and the new Solomons leg sailors start at Flag Harbor to sail to St. Mary’s City, uniting the sailors of the Chesapeake Bay.
At the finish line College faculty, staff, alumni and other members of the campus community will greet race participants to shore for a celebration including a Waterfront Crab Feast & Barbecue, Governor’s Cup Awards Ceremony, and live music.
Qualified sailors interested in participating in the race can register online at the official Gov’ Cup website, www.smcm.edu/events/govcup. Submit a completed entry along with a $120 entry fee no later than July 27 at 5 p.m.
For information about the event, visit www.smcm.edu/events/govcup or email govcup@smcm.edu.