Details from the Times Herald:
The 2022 St. Clair River Classic runs Friday to Sunday. More than 50 powerboat teams from across the country are expected to participate in the event.
It’s produced by the Blue Water Offshore Racing Association, a local nonprofit organization. The race, now in its 28th year, is sanctioned by OPA Racing.
“Our race is the fourth stop in an eight-site offshore championship series that runs across the country,” said BWORA secretary and treasurer Bob Currier, who is also the race coordinator. “We are the only race site currently where the race takes place in two countries simultaneously.”
The St. Clair River Classic features four races, all scheduled for Sunday. But those are just the culmination of what’ll be a busy few days in St. Clair.
Beginning at 6 p.m. Wednesday, Riverside Avenue will close from Brown Street to Clinton Avenue. The stretch in between Riverside Plaza and Palmer Park will become Race Village — an area where spectators can get a closer look at each vessel.
“Folks can walk right up to the boats,” Currier said. “They can talk to the teams, get autographs and get pictures. Most all of the teams are extremely excited to share information about their boat and their experience.”
Food vendors will be stationed inside Race Village, which opens at 9 a.m. Friday. Admission is free.
