What is Charlotte Harbor Regatta, Inc.
Charlotte Harbor Regatta Inc., is a 501(c)(3) not-for-profit organization whose mission is to promote sailing on Charlotte Harbor. Formed in 2009, CHR Inc., is a corporate member of US Sailing. The organization is comprised of a 15-member board of directors who stage regattas on Charlotte Harbor. Directors represent a variety of area boating organizations, clubs and businesses. A portion of the proceeds from our regattas is donated to youth and adult sailing organizations. To date, CHR Inc. has donated more than $76,000 to support sailing camps, build floating docks, purchase boats and rigging and sponsor youth regattas.
The Inaugural Charlotte Harbor Regatta was held in January 2010 and featured 65 boats in eight classes. In 2011, the regatta grew to 84 boats in 11 classes and became the largest in the harbor’s history. In January 2012, CHR Inc., was the host of the International Association for Disabled Sailing World Championships. By 2013, the regatta had expanded to 12 classes and 105 boats. The 2013 CHR included the 65-boat Laser Masters Midwinters East. In October 2015, CHR served as the organizing authority for the Zhik F18 Americas, which featured 29 boats from across the country.
In 2011, CHR volunteers constructed 23 floating, handicapped-accessible docks with funds raised from grants and private donations. The dock were used during the 2012 IFDS Worlds at Laishley Park in Punta Gorda and were subsequently redeployed at Charlotte Harbor Yacht Club, the boat basin on Retta Esplanade in Punta Gorda, Port Charlotte Beach Park and at Laishley Park Municipal Marina for use by the boating public.
New classes are welcome to inquire about participating in the Charlotte Harbor Regatta, including classes that wish to stage stand-alone competitions, such as nationals, midwinters, district or multi-national events, as part of the annual Charlotte Harbor Regatta or at another time. Please contact CHR Director Brian Gleason at 941-661-6415 for inquiries or more information.
The Inaugural Charlotte Harbor Regatta was held in January 2010 and featured 65 boats in eight classes. In 2011, the regatta grew to 84 boats in 11 classes and became the largest in the harbor’s history. In January 2012, CHR Inc., was the host of the International Association for Disabled Sailing World Championships. By 2013, the regatta had expanded to 12 classes and 105 boats. The 2013 CHR included the 65-boat Laser Masters Midwinters East. In October 2015, CHR served as the organizing authority for the Zhik F18 Americas, which featured 29 boats from across the country.
In 2011, CHR volunteers constructed 23 floating, handicapped-accessible docks with funds raised from grants and private donations. The dock were used during the 2012 IFDS Worlds at Laishley Park in Punta Gorda and were subsequently redeployed at Charlotte Harbor Yacht Club, the boat basin on Retta Esplanade in Punta Gorda, Port Charlotte Beach Park and at Laishley Park Municipal Marina for use by the boating public.
New classes are welcome to inquire about participating in the Charlotte Harbor Regatta, including classes that wish to stage stand-alone competitions, such as nationals, midwinters, district or multi-national events, as part of the annual Charlotte Harbor Regatta or at another time. Please contact CHR Director Brian Gleason at 941-661-6415 for inquiries or more information.
