Regatta

Regatta is a tradition that goes back decades.  It is held annually on the August long weekend and is attended by the majority of islanders each year.  Filled with races, horseshoes, volleyball, food and fun, there is something for everyone. We are happy to announce the return of the Snake Island Regatta for the 2022 season! 

SEEKING DONATIONS FOR THE SILENT AUCTION – PLEASE CONTACT silentauction@snakeisland.ca TO MAKE ARRANGEMENTS FOR DROP OFF. YOUR CONTRIBUTION IS GREATLY APPRECIATED AND WE WILL PROVIDE RECOGNITION TO YOU AND/OR YOUR COMPANY

BOOKS AND WHITE ELEPHANT SALES ITEMS CAN BE BROUGHT TO THE REGATTA ON SATURDAY, JULY 30

REGATTA SATURDAY JULY 30, REGATTA SITE (LOTS 63-70)

PLEASE NO ATV OR MOTOROIZED VEHICLE TRAFFIC ON THE PATH DURING THE AROUND THE ISLAND FOOT RACE (9:50-10:40) PLEASE RESPECT OUR ISLAND RUNNERS!

8:45                  FOOD TICKET SALES OPENS

9:00-10:30        BREAKFAST

9:00                MEMBERSHIP AND 50-50 TICKET SALES

9:45                  AROUND THE ISLAND FOOT RACE REGISTRATION

10:00                AROUND THE ISLAND FOOT RACE START

10:00                BOOK SALE, WHITE ELEPHANT SALE, SILENT AUCTION (LOT 70), FACE PAINTING

10:00                T-SHIRT TABLE OPENS

10:45                FOOT RACES, 3 –LEGGED RACES, WHEELBARROW RACES, SWIMMING RACES

11:30                LUNCH OPENS

12:30                VOLLEYBALL REGISTRATION FOR TOURNAMENT SATURDAY & SUNDAY See Volleyball Rules

12:30                MEMBERSHIP, 50-50 TICKET, SILENT AUCTION, FACE PAINTING CLOSE

1:00                 ANNOUNCE MEMBERSHIP DRAW WINNER, 50-50 WINNER, AWARDS PRESENTATION

VOLLEYBALL WILL START SHORTLY AFTER THE AWARDS PRESENTATION IS COMPLETED


 

Around the Island Boat Parade

The 2022 annual boat parade around the island will take place on Saturday July 23, 2022 at 6:00pm, starting in front of Regatta Site, (Lot 65). In case of inclement weather on Saturday, the rain date will be Sunday July 24, 2022 at 11:00am. Check the website and Facebook for updates. 

Decorated and theme boats are eligible for prize money:

  • 1st $100
  • 2nd $75
  • 3rd $50

We always look forward to the creativity, competition and enthusiasm generated by this event, and enjoyed by kids and adults alike! Decorated or non-decorated boats are welcome.  In case of inclement weather, the flotilla may stay on the lee side of the island.

Horseshoe Tournament

The 72nd annual horseshoe tournament will be run by John Morrison at Lot 79.

Singles August 6, 2022. 9:30am sign up & practice, 10:00am game time.

Doubles August 7, 2022. 9:30am sign up & practice, 10:00am game time.

Horseshoe Tournament Site: Lot 79. $10 per person entry fee for each event.

Dates and times for the horseshoe events are weather dependent. Check website and facebook for updates.

Snake Island Regatta Sailing Race

Commodore Pete Smith (lot 75) announces the Snake Island Regatta sailing race will take place on Sunday, July 31, 2022 starting at 11:00am in front of Lot 75. Awards ceremony to follow at Lot 75, bring an appetizer and your libations.