The Sarnia Yacht Club is holding a series of races over the weekend for the 16th annual Sailfest Sarnia regatta. Over 100 competitors ranging in age from 7-55 years old will be participating in the weekend competition. Event organizer Taf Lounsbury says most competitors arrived Thursday night and will be participating in a warm-up clinic Friday night. [audio mp3="http://blackburnnews.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/07/sailfest.mp3"][/audio] Races continue throughout the day on Saturday and Sunday for one and two person dingy sailing in seven different class distinctions. The public is welcome to watch from either Canatara Park or their watercraft vehicles.
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