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The Center for Wooden Boats’ annual Norm Blanchard W.O.O.D. (Wooden Open & One Design) Regatta honors the best-known name in wooden boatbuilding and yachting in the Pacific Northwest.

Norman C. Blanchard’s Blanchard Boat Company turned out more than 2,000 boats in 60+ years during the past century. Quality, performance and longevity are the hallmarks of Norm Blanchard.

Who Can Participate:

  • Open to all wooden boats – from El Toros to large racer cruisers
  • Non-wood versions of traditional wood one-designs (e.g. Lightnings, Thunderbirds, San Juans, El Toros)

Separate prizes are awarded for small boats, large boats, and classic plastic boats.

Check the website for more details as the Regatta approaches!