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Big Fun Scheduled for Zihua Sailfest

Even if the breeze is as light as last year, the Sailfest Pursuit Race and other events promise to be big fun.

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We’re happy to report that the Zihuatanejo Sailfest committee has come out of hibernation and put together a fun-filled schedule of shoreside and on-the-water activities for the first week of next month (February 3-8). And if past years’ events are any indication, every part of the six-day lineup will be big fun for sailors and ‘lubbers alike.

So if you’re lazing away in some sleepy Mexican anchorage with nothing more pressing on your schedule than heading to town for fresh limes and tortillas, we strongly urge you to haul up the anchor, hoist up the sails and head to Z-town for the big fiesta. Not only do many veteran cruisers consider Zihua to be their favorite town on the Mexican coast, but Sailfest is historically one of the largest gathering of cruisers in the country, other than the Baja Ha-Ha and Banderas Bay Regatta. And, most importantly, every event has a component which supports local schools for disadvantaged kids. So by participating, you’ll be aiding a great cause while having a great time. To our way of thinking that’s a hard combo to beat, which is why we’ll be there ourselves for most of the week. (Note also that Latitude 38‘s Pacific Puddle Jump Party will held February 9, the day after Sailfest ends.)

Below is the basic sched — hope to see you there! Check the website for background on the philanthropic efforts, and further event details.

  • Feb 3 — Kickoff Party at El Faro; Live auction, 6 to 8 p.m.; Nashville crooner Josie Kuhn performs at 8:00 p.m.
  • Feb 4 — Morning Sailboat Pursuit Race; Benefit Concert and CD Release, 6:30 p.m. at El Pueblito.
  • Feb 5 — Parade of Sail, through Zihua Bay and Ixtapa.
  • Feb 6 — Chili Cookoff, Street Sale & Silent Auction; Cruising Seminars.
  • Feb 7 — Kids’ Beach Day; Watersports Games.
  • Feb 8 — Sunset Barbecue and Beach Party Awards Ceremony.

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