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Brief Description
The regatta will be centered on the Akaroa Recreation Ground and the adjacent water of the inner harbour. On display and on the water will be a wide range of traditional and classic boats which have been restored or have been built as replicas of traditional and classical designs. Most will be sailing craft but some steam launches and other powered craft are expected as well. All are of wooden construction and the restored boats being at least 40 years old. The oldest boat expected is a Logan launch built in Auckland 1902. Akaroa Harbour is a beautiful harbour in which to appreciate all boating activity. Come and enjoy the regatta and make a weekend of it.
 
Event Date : 5-6 November
 
Detailed Information

 

      

AKAROA REGATTA 2011 
www.cantyclassicboats.co.nz

AKAROA CLASSIC & TRADITIONAL BOATS REGATTA

 November 5-6 2011

This year’s Akaroa Classic and Traditional Boats Regatta will again be centred at the Akaroa Recreation Ground and on the water of the adjacent inner harbour on November 5-6. Despite the many challenges over the past year we look forward to again enjoying the delights of Akaroa again and the camaraderie of all those who enjoy the pleasure of ‘messing about’ in boats be they classic or traditional.

A major aim of the regatta is to be a gathering for likeminded people to bring out their craft whatever age or stage they are at, use them and share experiences with others. In the past regattas participants have enjoyed learned new skills, establishing new friendships and renewing old acquaintances. 
Once again the support of the Akaroa community is much appreciated in ensuring we a have a regatta that is enjoyable for people of all ages as well as family groups. The Regatta is a strictly non-commercial activity and to that end we endeavour to keep the costs as low as possible and any surplus is used to provide funding for subsequent regattas.
 
PROGRAMME
The times and details of the preliminary programme below may vary according to entries received and the weather conditions each day.  The programme details will be updated on our website www.cantyclassicboats.co.nz  closer to the Regatta dates.
 
Saturday 5 November
8.30am Regatta Office opens in Pavilion at Recreation Ground
 
10.00am               Public display on Recreation Ground and judging commences
 
11.00am               Skippers & Crew meeting at Pavilion
 
·         A Lunch & Refreshment tent will be provided by the Akaroa Area School.
 
11.30am               Judges Tour of all boats and information and comments by owners
A People’s Choice - public cast votes for their favourite craft.
 
1.00pm                 Parade of Boats on the water followed by a Sailing Race starting from Daly’s
                                Wharf. 
                                Motor, Rowing and Sculling events to follow
 
7.00pm                 BBQ Dinner in Pavilion - Meals (Adult $20 and children $10) provided
                                by the Akaroa Junior Cricket Group.  Refreshments BYO glassware provided.
8.30pm                 Prizegiving
 
Sunday 6 November
11.30pm               Informal harbour cruise and visit to Tikao Bay Boating Club and BBQ lunch.
                                Return to Akaroa during the afternoon. 
 
NOTE:   High Tide at Akaroa – Saturday 12.40pm and Sunday 1.30pm
 
 
REGISTRATION -
If you would like a registration form please email:  p.braithwaite@paradise.net.nz 

Peter Braithwaite
Canterbury Classic Boats
11 Haslett Place
CHRISTCHURCH 8041                                      
 
Please complete all contact and boat details on the registration form as it helps us to plan the programme in advance and also assists the judges in their evaluations. 
We really appreciate early registrations.  This allows us to better plan programme, catering and judging requirements.  However registrations will be accepted on arrival at the Regatta although meal bookings may be restricted.
 
 
ACCOMMODATION & CAMPING FACILITIES
The Akaroa area provides a wide range of accommodation facilities both commercial and private rentals.
For those wishing to camp and keep an eye on their boats there are facilities offered at the Chisnallwood Intermediate School’s camp site at Takamatua.  Takamatua is a few minutes over the hill from Akaroa and the camp has all facilities with showers and toilets, kitchen and hall, as well as being a secure area for boat parking. A small charge will be made for using these facilities. 
To secure a camping site and to confirm your reservation and for any further details please contact:-
Hugh Hobden on: thehob@clear.net.nz or Phone (03) 332 9016
 
For any further Regatta details please regularly check our website or contact:
 
Peter Braithwaite
Canterbury Classic & Traditional Boats Assn
11 Haslett Place
Christchurch
New Zealand  8041
 
Ph (03) 942 6165
Mobile  (021) 0404 247


 
 
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