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Join the fast-paced annual Wreckers Race aboard Schooner America 2.0, a thrilling nine-mile sail off Key West toward Sand Key Lighthouse. Feel the rush of history and ocean currents as you race alongside local sailors in this iconic maritime showdown.
Join the fast-paced annual Wreckers Race aboard Schooner America 2.0, a thrilling nine-mile sail off Key West toward Sand Key Lighthouse. Feel the rush of history and ocean currents as you race alongside local sailors in this iconic maritime showdown.
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Operated by Classic Harbor Line · Key West, Florida
Morning light sparkles off the turquoise waves surrounding Key West as the schooner America 2.0 waits at the dock, her sails unfurled and ready to catch the teasing sea breeze. The annual Wreckers Race stirs a palpable energy among the 30 vessels gathered here — a modern tribute to a centuries-old tradition of rivalry and reckoning on these waters. As the canon fires, you feel the pulse of history and adrenaline merge. The schooner surges forward, slicing through nine miles of open Gulf currents, heading full tilt toward the iconic Sand Key Lighthouse.
easy.
3 hours.
Suitable for all fitness levels; no physical exertion required beyond standing or moving on deck.
No sailing experience is necessary; this is a passenger race where the crew manages the vessel.
Yes, children aged 4 and older are welcome aboard.
Ticket includes a boxed lunch, two complimentary beverages (beer, wine, or champagne), and unlimited soda and water.
Limited parking is available at a municipal lot on Caroline Street; arriving early is recommended.
No, outside beverages are not permitted, but additional drinks can be purchased on board via credit card.
The trip runs rain or shine; there are no refunds or rescheduling for weather-related cancellations.
The Wreckers Race honors the 19th-century tradition where local sailors raced to claim salvaged goods from shipwrecks near Sand Key Reef.
Efforts are in place to protect the fragile coral reefs beneath, with race organizers encouraging eco-friendly practices during the event.
Classic Harbor Line operates guided outdoor trips and adventures with an emphasis on safety, stewardship, and memorable experiences.
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