The Other BBR Trophies
You're probably aware of the trophies that sailors get for winning races in BBR, but are you aware of the OTHER trophies that we give out?
BBR isn't just about racing, it's about a long tradition of having fun on the water. In a small way, we'd like to think that we respect that sentiment by recognising people and cews for attitude and achievement.
The Terry O'Rourke Memorial Trophy
Presented to the boat that most typlifies the spirit of the event, the perpetual Terry O'Rourke Memorial Trophy is given annually in memory of one of the founders and doubtlessly the greatest supporter of Banderas Bay Regatta, Terrance O'Rourke.
Future Rock Stars
We give out medalions to kids who sailed in the event, and a recognition of the boat that had the most kids onboard. We love to see kids out on the race course!
The Boat Parade Trophy
Boats that participate in the boat parade are judged, and the winner is presented with a trophy.
The Glitter Award
A long tradition at BBR, the Glitter Award recognizes a boat or volunteer who shines brightly, making a notable impact during the event.
Boat Parade Theme Announced: Mardi Gras - Let the good times ... SAIL!
This year, BBR's overall theme is "Mardi Gras". We'll use that theme for the BBR Boat Parade, too!
"Mardi Gras - Let the good times ... SAIL!"
The opening day parade of boats heading to the “Start Your Heart Out” practice line is the grand opening and long-standing tradition of the BBR event. At noon on opening day all registered boats will enter the Paradise Village Marina harbor and will be ushered into the proper sequence to parade past the judges stand. They will then proceed to the “Start Your Heart Out” practice area.
While the competitors are out on the race course, spectators can only easily see them with binoculars. The Boat Parade is the best chance for them to see the competing boats up close and to let the skippers and crew hear their cheers of encouragement. All boats registered for the Regatta will start the festivities at this event.
Crews are encouraged to decorate their boats, and themselves, for a sail-past a viewing stand where an MC will call out the name of the boat, give a little information about the boat and crew, and give the crowd on the shore a chance to cheer them on. A team of judges will decide which boat best demonstrates the theme, and a trophy will be presented at the end-of-event awards dinner.
Let the Good Times Roll!
Every year, a group of hard working and under appreciated (they told me to say that) volunteers get together to plan BBR. This year, our boat parade chair suggested that the theme for the parade should be Mardi Gras. Who cares if BBR is a month after the real Mardi Gras? That's just how we roll.
Then, somebody said, "Heck, why don't we just theme the entire event for mardi gras?" Heck yeah! Let the good times roll!
So, that's what we're going to do. This year, Banderas Bay Regatta will be themed for Mardi Gras. We're having custom BBR beads printed, and goodness knows how the place is going to get decorated.
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