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2025 Buccaneer North American Championship


Hosted by Alaska Sailing Club
Big Lake, AK 99654  

July 8– 13, 2025

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Only a few days left! Secure Your Spot for BNAC 2025!

The excitement is building! The BNAC 2025 logo is here!

If you’ve expressed interest in sailing at Big Lake this July, now is the time to secure your spot! A $450 deposit is due by April 1st to lock in one of the few remaining entries.

Don’t miss out—BNAC 2025 will be an unforgettable adventure!



Reserve Your Place Now

Buccaneer North American Championship (BNAC) 2025 – Alaska

July 8th to 13th, 2025
Location: Big Lake, Alaska

Registration is now open for the 2025 Buccaneer North American Championship (BNAC), taking place July 8–13, 2025, in spectacular Alaska! This unforgettable regatta experience is just a signup away. The total registration fee is $900 per team, with a $450 deposit required to hold your spot. Space is limited, so don’t wait—secure your place today and get ready for an incredible adventure on Big Lake!

Boats Provided by Alaska Sailing Club
Leave your boat and trailer at home! The Alaska Sailing Club will supply boats for the regatta, so there’s no need to tow your own. Just bring your sailing skills and enthusiasm—we’ll handle the rest!

Regatta Format
The races will take place on Big Lake, featuring a round-robin format It’s an exciting and dynamic way to ensure plenty of racing action for everyone! This format provides a level playing field where teamshavean opportunity to showcase their sailing skills. It will test teamwork, adaptability, and strategy, making for a thrilling and fair competition.

A Perfect Venue for Novices and First-Time Racers
If you’re new to racing or looking to sharpen your skills, BNAC 2025 is the ideal opportunity! Alaska’s famous Midnight Sun offers extended daylight hours, perfect for racing and learning. Experienced sailors will be on hand to help you build your confidence. Plus, we’ll have a fully rigged boat set up on land to assist with training and troubleshooting. This event is designed to ensure you feel comfortable and ready to race.


Family-Friendly Fun!
BNAC 2025isn’t just about racing—it’s a true family adventure! Alongside the regatta, we encourage you to explore sightseeing opportunities, outdoor adventures, wildlife-viewing trips, and other exciting experiences. There should be time for racers to go exploring on race days when your fleet is not competing, and for non-sailing family members and friends to plan several adventures. Additionally, ASC is exploring potential group activities for Monday and Tuesday after the event, offering even more ways to experience Alaska together. As things thaw out, keep an eye on aksailingclub.org for updates!

Meals
The registration fee includes expanded continental breakfasts, make-your-own lunches, Friday’s BBQ, and Saturday’s banquet. The only meals not included in registration are dinners.

·Tuesday – Check-in and sponsored beer and finger food; Dinner
·Wednesday – Expanded continental breakfast, make-your-own lunch with provided groceries; Dinner
·Thursday – Expanded continental breakfast, make-your-own lunch with provided groceries; Dinner
·Friday – Expanded continental breakfast, make-your-own lunch with provided groceries; Dinner – A special BBQ feast provided by ASC. Members of the Alaska Sailing Club will be bringing their signature dishes, many featuring locally sourced ingredients, offering a true taste of Alaska.
·Saturday – Expanded continental breakfast, make-your-own lunch with provided groceries; Plans are in the works to make the provided Banquet a truly special experience, with more details to come as the event draws closer. Elections, annual meeting to follow. 

·Sunday – Expanded continental breakfast, make-your-own lunch with provided groceries

Food for additional guests: $225 per adult and $175 per child.

Additional Amenities

ASC will have RV parking and additional parking at the state boat launch.
Tent camping is available.
Swag for purchase (cost TBD)—burgees, additional BNAC shirts, and hats.

Why You Shouldn’t Miss This
Whether you’re an experienced A-fleet sailor or a dedicated B-fleet enthusiast, BNAC 2025 will be an event to remember. Combine your love of sailing with an unforgettable Alaskan vacation. Enjoy the camaraderie, breathtaking scenery, and unique experiences that only Alaska can offer.

Space is Limited—Reserve Today!
Space is limited to the first 30 teams that sign up, so don’t wait! Submit your deposit today to secure your spot and get ready for an adventure like no other.

Register now and take the first step toward an unforgettable BNAC 2025 experience. See you in Alaska!




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Tenting and RV parking information
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Our tenting area is located at the end of “trailer row” and we always have plenty of space for tents. We have spots for 3-4 RVs, which is usually enough. If RV parking is full, you can camp at the Big Lake South State Recreation Site, a short drive from the club. Note that we have electric power available, but not full hookups. Please review our transient RV parking guidelines for more information about bringing an RV to the club.

We have a grill, a microwave, a coffee maker, outhouses, electricity, a clubhouse, and a sauna. We don’t have a fridge, showers, or running water. Also, there is a Three Bears grocery store about ten minutes away from the club if you need supplies. Lakeside Laundromat is across the street from Three Bears and has hot showers and a sink where you can fill water coolers.

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