Return attendees always get first dibs.
Just make sure you get one of the slots that opens, as soon as it opens. You will not regret the run.
I just rolled in out of the blue a couple years ago, and we made out fine. The ramp is right in town, and logistics are pretty easy.
We have not been back yet, but will be for certain.

The past boats get first chance on registration. We will be posting info after the first of the year. There is a lot going on. Several people still come up and hang.