It was near perfect weather Saturday morning as 46 boats in seven different groups set off for the 2020 Round the Island race.
The Vineyard's not-for-profit sail training center is offering one-on-one classes this summer.
Sailors from around New England are expected to convene for the Edgartown Yacht Club’s annual Round the Island race on August 1.
Winds blew strong and steady through the 31st annual Pat West gaff-rigged race last Sunday.
After four months at sea, sailing through the Great Lakes and down the coast of Maine, the historic vessel pulled into Vineyard Haven Sunday afternoon.
Alan Wilson took first place in this year's Moffett Race aboard his 28-foot Stuart Knockabout, Altius. It was his third win, captaining three different boats.