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Rainbow Regatta Chicago charity sail boat race.

Rainbow Regatta Chicago

Connecting the LGBTQ community and its allies by hosting a casual regatta to raise funding and awareness of LGBTQ causes while introducing people to the sport. 

About Us

Rainbow Regatta Chicago

Is a casual sailboat regatta that is governed by US Sailing rules and regulations, and will follow PHRF ratings. It is open to all sailors and  encourages those interested in sailing to join. It aims to be a fun evening on the water that builds friendships, and encourages equality.

This year, we are encouraging participants to donate to Rainbow Races Inc. to help further our vision of equality in sailing.  Please check back often as this season is very fluid in its development.

dedication

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This year, Rainbow Regatta Chicago is dedicated to the memory of Capt. Brian Wiles of Jackson Park Yacht Club. 

Brian tragically passed away  on Aug. 23,2020. He was an accomplished sailor having sailed multiple Mac Races with Team Mis en Place from Jackson Park Yacht Club (JPYC) along with several other regattas around the world.  He was Team Leader for the newly founded JPYC Race Team aboard the Edward B. Stein. He was an ardent supporter of diversity and inclusion in all aspects of life. For those who can not make the services tomorrow, it will be live streamed, click here to be taken to the correct channel.

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registration

CASRA

Skippers Willing to Teach

Skippers Willing to Teach

Official CASRA registration is NOW OPEN!

Captains, Boat owners

Skippers Willing to Teach

Skippers Willing to Teach

Skippers Willing to Teach

Skippers and captains, due to covid, this year we won't be matching any new crew with you. If you're willing to teach a newbie, let us know and next year we will match you. 

Learn to Crew

Learn To Crew

Learn To Crew

Learn To Crew

Sadly, dude to COVID we won't be matching any crew with skippers. If you'd like us to notify you next season, please fill out the form, or join the email list. 

Volunteer

Volunteer

Learn To Crew

Learn To Crew

We're always looking for people to help! Toss us a line and let us know what you're interested in! 

schedule

TBA

Skipper Meeting

TBA

TBA

Event Details

TBA

Skipper Meeting

Due to COVID-19, we have canceled the in person skipper meeting. We may do a virtual one as we finalize plans.

TBA

TBA

Monday Sept. 7, 2020

At the Line

1300

Event Details

Monday Sept. 7, 2020

At the Line

Boats to be at the start line, race begins at this time.

1300

Documents

Find the Notice of Race (NOR) and Sailing Instructions (SI) here.  Included in the SI, is the course. Race Committee will determine which course to use based on conditions on water, and will communicate that via white board on the committee boat, and announcement via VHF channel 78.  Once registered, please use the button below to make your required min. $30 donation.

RAINBOW REGATTA NOR 2020_FINAL (pdf)Download
RAINBOW REGATTA SAILING INSTRUCTIONS (pdf)Download

donate

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Click here to make your race donation.

Can't Make the race but want to donate?

If you can't make the race, don't worry, you can still help!  Click the image above to donate and your good deed is done! All donations are tax exempt, donations made here will go to support Rainbow Races Inc. mission of equality in sailing.

sponsoring clubs

Jackson Park Yacht Club Chicago IL
Belmont Yacht Club Chicago IL

previous races

Wanna check out some of our previous races? Cool! Check them out here.

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