The problem is the storage of the massive amount of food and housing for the regatta volunteers. Nigel has been able to provide all of this with the close proximity to his properties. The problems with hosting it at other parks are the same whether we have it at at another state park or at Western Carolina Sailing Club but Western Carolina is closer to the available housing for the regatta volunteers by land and water but too far away from the refrigeration.

The Western Carolina club is a great facility with a large clubhouse and tons of open space for camping and RV's. They have a really nice large body of water out in front of the club. It is a bit more accessible from the interstate as well.

The drawbacks are a loss of some of the gracious hospitality from Nigel and Tammy and the lack of quick access to refrigeration affects the meals that can be provided.