Celebrating the 100th Anniversary of the Roue

Jun 15, 2022

On June 18, Armdale Yacht Club and the Maritime Museum of the Atlantic host a Friday parade of sail, and a Saturday race for the Roue class, to celebrate the 100^th anniversary of the fleet. The parade of sail commences at 6:00 pm, leaving from AYC to downtown Halifax.

The race will be Saturday afternoon starting off the Maritime Museum of the Atlantic. All Roue’s are welcome to participate.

Friday, June 17

6:00 pm – Parade of Sail

Saturday, June 18

12:00 pm – Skippers’ Meeting at Maritime Museum of the Atlantic

1:00 pm – First signal, Halifax Harbour

1:05 pm – Start

5:30 pm – Reception at Maritime Museum of the Atlantic

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