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Hawg Wild Turns 41! Join Us May 23–25

Published on 5/11/2025

Get ready for Arkansas’ most anticipated centerboard regatta! The 41st Annual Hawg Wild Regatta returns to Grande Maumelle Sailing Club May 24–25, with a weekend of racing, food, and fun for sailors and spectators alike.

The regatta is open to Y-Flyers, Flying Scots, Thistles, Hobie 16s, and Hobie 20s, and welcomes out-of-town sailors—just let us know in advance for housing or permit needs. Racing will follow current Racing Rules of Sailing, GMSC Centerboard Instructions, and individual class rules.

Regatta Schedule:

  • Friday, May 23 – 6PM Welcome Aboard Cajun Supper at the Pavilion (on-site registration available).

  • Saturday, May 24 – 10AM registration, 10:45AM skipper’s meeting, racing begins at noon. Dockside lunch provided, followed by dinner and drinks at the clubhouse.

  • Sunday, May 25 – 10AM Harbor Gun. No races after 12:30PM. Awards presentation follows.

  • Monday, May 26 – Memorial Day Raft-Up Party (weather permitting).

Entry & Fees: $70 per boat includes racing and meals for skipper and up to two crew. Extra meals are $10 each. Register online by May 12 to help us plan meals—even if paying later. Regatta T-shirts available at registration.

Housing Options:
Limited free housing with members—first come, first served. Contact Drew Daugherty (drew.daugherty@sbcglobal.net). Nearby hotel and camping options include Aloft Promenade and Maumelle Park (note: permits required for camping and swimming).

Extras:

  • Trophies for top 2 in each fleet

  • Exclusive regatta shirts

  • Recycling and trash bins available—please separate glass/aluminum

  • For updates, visit GMSC.org

Contacts:

Come race, reconnect, and celebrate the 41st year of Hawg Wild sailing!


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