Outrigger Whitsunday will be hosting one of the largest outrigger regattas in Queensland on Saturday 3rd of May, and Sunday 4th of May. The weekend will kick off with the Va’a Moana Hoe, a 20-kilometer marathon race from Shute Harbour to Lagoon Beach, with events continuing throughout the weekend at Lagoon Beach.
Tassal Aussie Seafood has generously agreed to be the major event sponsor. Club President Kim Dodds is thrilled with the preparations for the event, and race director Terry Kemp predicts some highly competitive and spirited racing.
Following the success of the “Come and Try” program held earlier this year, head coaches Michelle Lynes and Maree Mullett are excited to offer local novice paddlers their first authentic racing opportunity at Airlie Beach. Paddlers of all ages will be coming from near and far to compete, and all the local community is invited to come along and enjoy the spectacle.
Veteran paddler Glen Bray has been working closely with the committee to ensure the best possible program for both competitors and spectators alike. Save the date and join the outrigger racers for an oar-some weekend and a splashing good time!