The 2002 Wreckers Cup series of sailing races continues this Sunday afternoon, March 31. Local and visiting boaters are invited to enter.
This all-in-fun race recalls the tradition of the "wreckers" in Key West of the 1800s. Vessels laden with rich cargoes from the Gulf and Caribbean ports often became victims of storms and unmarked reefs off Key West. The first wrecker to reach the site had the responsibility to save the passengers and the crew— but they also won the right to salvage the cargoes.
In the Wreckers Cup Series, boats race the seven miles to the Sand Key light. Then, of course, there's a party at Schooner Wharf Bar to view the race on video.
Boats race in five classes. The captains' meeting is this Saturday evening, March 30, at 7 p.m. on the upper deck at Schooner Wharf.
Info: Evalena at 292-3773.