Great Lake Masters
Erie Yacht Club (Erie, PA) August 1-2

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Welcome to the
2026 ILCA Great Lake Masters
hosted by the Erie Yacht Club

Presque Isle Bay in Erie is an ideal venue for ILCA sailing, offering a rare blend of protected water and consistent breeze that perfectly suits the class. The bay’s natural amphitheater shape creates reliable wind funnels without the punishing chop of open water, giving sailors highly repeatable conditions. Its freshwater setting keeps wave patterns manageable even on windier days, while the long fetch outside the bay allows regattas to shift seamlessly between flat-water precision and more dynamic lake sailing. With easy launch access, short sail to the course, and a shoreline that shields sailors from extreme weather swings, Presque Isle Bay delivers one of the most balanced, sailor-friendly ILCA environments in the Great Lakes region—come join us!

Eligibility
30-44: Apprentice
45-54: Master
55-64: Grand Master
65-74: Great Grand Master
75 +: Legend

NOR 17.1 Prizes will be awarded to the overall winner in each fleet (lowest score after handicap points), first woman finisher, and top finishers in each of the five age divisions, with the number of prizes adjusted to suit the number of competitors pre-registered in each division (one prize for every eight boats registered, a minimum of 3 boats must be registered to award 1 prize, with a maximum of 5 prizes per division). If rigs are separated, prizes should be awarded in both fleets (ILCA 7 and 6) per these guidelines.

17.2 Additional prizes may be awarded at the discretion of the OA.

❋Free Camping - Onsite

Email Holly O’Hare holliso@obyc.com
Please let us know date of arrival, tent size, number of cars, and any other questions.
The club will provide a firepit and wood.

Event Chairs

Gavin O’Hare gavin@obyc.com
Holly O’Hare holliso@obyc.com

Class Contact

Scott Williamson
Executive Secretary
ILCA - North America
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