• Model Boat Build Session for HarborFest Model Boat Regatta

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    Name: Model Boat Build Session for HarborFest Model Boat Regatta
    Date: May 15, 2024
    Time: 3:30 PM - 5:30 PM EDT
    Event Description:
    All Port Washington students in 3rd grade are invited to build a model boat and race it on Baxter’s Pond on Sunday, June 2. Boat building instruction will be held in the Port Washington Library and by pre-registration. Racing heats will also be by pre-registration. All 3rd grade sailors must be accompanied by an adult. Racing slots are limited but the fun is unlimited. 
     
    Step 1 – Pre-Register
    Each participant must register for a building date AND racing heat. Visit https://modelboatregatta.com/
     
    Step 2 – Save 4 Cartons
    Each boat is made up for four (4) ½ gallon cartons. Cartons can be from milk, juice, etc but must be cardboard and with the screw top. Collect from home or from friends.
     
    Step 3 – Build Your Boat
    Attend one (1) day in person to construct your sailing vessel. Allow a minimum of 60 minutes. Building dates are posted at www.modelboatregatta.com. Every participant must register to build a boat AND register to race.
    Things you must bring: 
                An adult. Parent participation is required. This is not a drop off event.
                4 – CLEAN ½ gallon cartons with tops attached. Can be milk, juice, etc. but must be cardboard and with the screw top.
     
    We will provide:
                Instructors to guide the boat builders.
                Materials assemble the cartons and for the mast and sail.
     
    Step 4 – Race your Boat
    Race Day is Sunday, June 2 at Baxter’s Pond at Shore Road & Central Drive. Several heats will take place beginning at 9:30 am at 20-minute intervals. Registration is required.  

     
    Location:
    Race Day is Sunday, June 2 at Baxter’s Pond at Shore Road & Central Drive. Several heats will take place beginning at 10:00 am at 15-minute intervals. Registration is required 
    Date/Time Information:
    Choose 1 Boat Building Days at PW Library
    • Saturday, May 11 from 11 am - 1 pm
    • Wednesday, May 15 from 3:30 - 6 pm
    • Thursday, May 23 from 6:30 - 9
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