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BEMIDJI — Heavy winds ranging from 18-23 mph created a competitive day for sailors racing at the annual Bemidji Sailing Association Regatta on Saturday, June 29.

Seven Johnson-18s and one Hobie Cat assembled on their sailboats on the north side of Lake Bemidji.

The races start and finish near Ruttger's Birchmont Lodge, 7598 Bemidji Rd. NE, on the north side of Lake Bemidji. Food and beverages are available for purchase at Ruttger's for spectators of the races. The public is welcome to view the races from the shore or lake as long as it does not interfere with competitors.

At each competition, there are two races with the first starting at noon and the second race starting shortly after. This year's regatta series are scheduled for the following Saturdays: July 13, July 27, Aug. 10.

Race 1

1. 1. John Eickhof, skipper and Major Sutton, crew
2. Dave Larson, skipper (Hobie 16)
3. John Pierson, skippered solo
4. Peter Nordquist, skipper and Andy Hanson, crew
5. Kurt Eickhof, skipper and Angelina Grigoryants, crew

Race 2

1. Dave Larson , skipper ( Hobie 16)
2. John Eickhof, skipper, Major Sutton, crew
3. John Pierson, skippered solo
4. Kurt Eickhof, skipper and Angelina Grigoryants, crew
5. Peter Nordquist, skipper, Andy Hanson, crew

Charley Gilbert / Bemidji Pioneer

Charley Gilbert / Bemidji Pioneer

Charley Gilbert / Bemidji Pioneer

Charley Gilbert / Bemidji Pioneer

Charley Gilbert / Bemidji Pioneer

Charley Gilbert / Bemidji Pioneer