I'd just like to say that this is a great disccusion for me. I need and want to hear both sides of the coin. I have been sailing and helping with regattas for 12-14yrs and have tried get a list of pro's and cons I see at every race.

Big problems I see are:

*** Setting a date
*** What to do if there is no wind
*** Logistics... a central meeting place, camping rez, etc
*** Man/Woman power
*** Insurance; how much will it be.
My vision is that it will be a 2004 event, so I have plenty of time to plan. I do have a friend that works as a fundraiser/sponsorship loby. She has signed on so I am confident that there will be sponsors to foot part of the bill.

Please keep the info. comming.