Watch the Race
Sunday, 24 August 2025
Beach picnic at Fernwood dock!
Time: 11am-1pm
Location: Fernwood Dock beach
Delicious Food and Drinks: Enjoy a delicious meal while watching the thrilling race, all at a great price!
We’re excited to offer food and beverages from two of our local favorites, The Hen and Hound & Off the Hook.
Catch the early start!
Early risers can catch the exciting start to this event, as coastal crew boats blast off from the starting line.
Where: Drummond Park, Fulford Harbour, Salt Spring Island
When: Race starts at 7:00am sharp, so make sure to arrive early to watch the boats launch and get a great view of the start
Viewing tips: Parking may be limited; Fulford Hall is close by and has a much larger parking lot for overflow -get there early to account for the walk.
Finish line celebrations!
Return to where it all began to cheer on crews as they cross the finish line! Stay for the award ceremony
Where: Drummond Park, Fulford Harbour, Salt Spring Island
When: Race ends at various times throughout the afternoon, usually between 3pm and 6pm
Viewing tips: RAR is not often a tight race. We expect about two hours or more from first place finish to when the last crew crossed the finish line.
If you’re not in a hurry, this can be a fun place to hang out, and connect with athletes post race—including the award ceremony.
Prime Viewing Location: Watch the excitement unfold at this mandatory waypoint, approximate halfway along the race course. Every crew will pass by close to shore, with many stopping for a quick crew change, giving spectators a fantastic opportunity to cheer on the rowers up close.
