Here on Big Marine Lake, the cat sailing has been limited, but steady for decades. For the residents, it ALL about recreational sailing. Mostly Hobies, with the rare Taft, Prindle, Super Cat and Nacra thrown in.

The local Hobie Fleet from Bald Eagle Lake, used to have their summer regatta on Big Marine, but they lost their beach spot when the County Park bought the residences that let the Fleet use their beach. Hopefully, when the County develops the park, the regatta will be allowed back.

Just last year, another H-16 started sailing the lake. So, to sum it up, the popularity of cats here is "steady as she goes."


Jeff Peterson
H-16 Sail #23721
Big Marine Lake, MN