Seabrook, TX: Lakewood Yacht Club (LYC), Organizing Authority Bay Access Sailing Foundation and J/Boats Southwest will host the 2021 J/Fest Southwest Regatta on Oct. 2-3.
The City of Seabrook, Clear Lake area and Galveston Bay will witness to an influx of J/Boat owners and crew from around the country for a weekend of racing. Racers look forward to enjoying the beautiful fall weather and mild temperatures found on the Texas Gulf Coast.
The regatta entry fee is $95 for all classes except for the J/Distance Class, which will be $75. A $5 discount is available to U.S. Sailing members. Early Registration ends Aug. 2. Those who register during Early Registration will receive regatta T-shirts for skipper and crew as well as two wristbands for the Saturday Night Dinner and the boat name printed on the back of the regatta t-shirt. Regular Registration will end Sep. 24.
While the pandemic conditions make hosting regattas a little more challenging, organizers promise that the on-the-water racing will make for a fun event, and LYC complies with all state, county and U.S. Sailing COVID-19 guidelines.
Nearby overnight accommodations are available that are offering discounted rates for racers and guests. Seabrook and its surrounding areas also provide local attractions such as Space Center Houston, dining and amusements at the Kemah Boardwalk, walking trails in Seabrook, or touring the Armand Bayou Nature Center. For more information, visit www.seabrooktx.gov.
In addition, a 68' spectator boat will be available to view Saturday's on-the-water action for a $22 fee that includes a light lunch and beverage. Reservations are required.
Sponsors for this year's event include the Lakewood Yacht Club, City of Seabrook, J/Boats Southwest, Blackburn Marine, Faron Daigle Insurance, Kevin E. Severance Insurance, Little Yacht Sales, Pelican Insurance, Sea Lake Yachts, Texas Coast Yachts, True North Marine, and Upstream Brokers.
For those not familiar with them, J/Boats are renowned for performance yachts ranging from 22’ and 65’ in length and built in various designs for cruising, day-sailing and racing.
Questions regarding the regatta should be directed to Scott Spurlin, 2021 J/Fest Committee Chair at 512-423-2179 or scott@jboatssouthwest.com.
