East Coast's ‘Hidden Jewel to Sponsor Championship Sailing Event
Charleston, SC (PRWEB) March 26, 2005 -- Seabrook Island recently announced their role as Commodore Sponsor (title sponsor) of the 10th Annual Charleston Race Week, the third largest regatta of its kind on the Eastern Seaboard. More than 125 sailboats with crews totaling more than 600 are expected to participate in this years event, which has become one of Charlestons defining events.
The event, officially billed as Seabrook Island Presents Charleston Race Week 2005", is an annual regatta for racing sailboats over 22 feet in length and will take place April 7 -10 in Charleston Harbor. The event is supported heavily by all of the local yacht clubs and the Charleston Ocean Racing Association, comprise of more than 215 members.
"Charleston is fast becoming one of the preeminent sailing capitals on the East Coast and Seabrook Island's private oceanfront setting and Bohicket Marina provide a haven for the many sailing enthusiasts who live there," said Joe Salvo, broker-in-charge of Seabrook Island Realty. "We look forward to showcasing our unique combination of wide, rolling beaches, maritime forests, upscale community living, world-class club amenities and total privacy and serenity, all in Charleston's backyard," he added.
Seabrook Island Presents Charleston Race Week 2005" is the premiere sailing event along the Carolina Coast. Over 600 sailors from more than 15 states and from as far away as Ontario, Canada, including notables such as Teddy Turner, son of CNN Founder Ted Turner, will participate in competitive racing over the course of the event.
"Nowhere South of the Chesapeake Bay is there a facility that comes close to Charleston Harbor for this type of event," said Brian Swan, Commodore of CORA. " "And now, we are proud and honored to have Seabrook Island as a perfectly suited Lowcountry sponsor for Charleston Race Week. Having Seabrook on board as title sponsor further positions us as the preeminent sailing event on the Carolina Coast."
Please visit www.charlestonraceweek.com for additional information. Complete registration information is provided on the site.
Edged by wide, uncrowded beaches and pristine dunes along the South Carolina coast, Seabrook is an unspoiled island paradise that is home to a spectacular range of wildlife and a thriving ecosystem. Located on the southern coast of historic Charleston, South Carolina, Seabrook Island has long been acknowledged as one of South Carolina's most beautiful barrier islands.
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