Next week
Float: Creative and (hopefully) seaworthy watercraft will compete for Pride of the Fleet and try to avoid the Titanic Award at the annual World Championship Cardboard Boat Races, 10 a.m. July 26 at Sandy Beach in Heber Springs. Registration is $45-$50 in advance, $50-$55 on race day. Call (501) 362-2444 or visit heber-springs.com.
Next month
Boat: Oars hit the water as the Arkansas Boathouse Club hosts the Six Bridges Regatta on Aug. 30. This "5K on water" is a series of races from early morning until late afternoon along the Arkansas River from Burns Park to the Junction Bridge. Registration: $8 per seat. Call (404) 931-8426 or visit arboathouse.org.
Weekend on 07/17/2014