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Old 03-26-2009 | 10:35 AM
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Default Watching St. Clair offshore races from the water???

I know this is probably a dumb question, but regarding the St. Clair river, BWORA offshore races. Are you allowed to be on your own boat, on the river while the races are going on?

I see boats out there all the time, but I didn't know if they we related to the racing, they usually sit in the middle, and racers pass on the outsides.

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Old 03-26-2009 | 04:28 PM
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Usually you just have to stay way way back. But you can sit on your boat. Can see more from shore though.
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Old 03-26-2009 | 09:01 PM
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the boats in the middle of the course are rescue/medic boats, boats on the outside of the course are the patrol/course worker boats to keep spectators at a safe distance. if you have a suitable boat or skills you may be able to volunteer and have one of the best seats in the house
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There are a couple of water hazards that volunteer boats mark for us. They get a pretty good view Might be worth checking into

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Old 03-26-2009 | 09:27 PM
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I appreciate the input. I just sent an email to the guy that runs the volunteer patrol boats. Maybe I will get in!

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