TWENTY visiting boats joined three local boats to compete in the 2025-26 Maricat National Titles at Queens Lake Sailing Club from 7-8 February.
These small catamarans can be sailed in multiple configurations, with the Maricat Association NSW and ACT sailing for almost 50 years.
Competitors on the water ranged from ten-years-old to sailors in their late seventies, and came from all over Australia, including inland areas like Bathurst and Orange.
It is the latest major event to be held at Queens Lake, with Camden Haven rapidly building its reputation as an in-demand sailing destination.
Sailing Club coordinator Dave Castleton told News Of The Area, “We are getting inundated with enquiries to hold events here.
“Our canteen is renowned for its selection of local produce from local businesses, and visitors love the wide choice of accommodation and activities on offer, things that you just don’t find in the bigger cities.
“Queens Lake naturally lends itself to a range of different boats which also makes it very appealing.
“These events are a large amount of work to put on so we are limited by what our hard-working volunteers can do.”
The club focuses on ensuring they foster a love of sailing with age being no barrier.
Their next event will be the East Coast Junior Regatta on 28 February, which is open to all boats and crews with a junior skipper.
By Rachael THORPE
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