2026 Rocky Mountain Shootout/Hornblower Regatta

The Denver Sailing Association (DSA), as the organizing authority (OA), will conduct the 2026 Rocky Mountain Shootout/Hornblower Regatta on Cherry Creek Reservoir, Cherry Creek State Park, Aurora, CO on May 16 – 17, 2026.

The Hornblower Regatta is open to non-self-righting boats (Dinghies). One design classes with four (4) or more entries will be recognized as a fleet. Anticipated classes are Laser, Lightning, Melges 15, and Portsmouth.

The Rocky Mountain Shootout Regatta is open to all Keelboats. One design classes with four (4) or more entries will be recognized as a fleet. Anticipated classes are Santana 20, J22, and PHRF.

Additional classes may be established at the discretion of the Race Committee (RC). Classes may be formed into divisions for starting purposes and courses.

Schedule of Events

Saturday May 16, 2026

On-site Registration/Check-in 0900-1100

Competitor’s Meeting 1100

First warning signal 1200, subsequent signals & races to follow

Dinner after all races finish

Sunday May 17, 2026

On-site Registration/Check-in 0900-1000

First warning signal 1100, subsequent signals & races to follow

No race warnings after 1500

Regatta Registration

Fees for the 2026 Rocky Mountain Shootout/Hornblower Regatta are $100 for boats greater than 17 feet in length ($90 for current DSA Members) and $80 for boats 17 feet or less in length ($70 for current DSA Members). These fees must be paid prior to May 2, 2026. Fees and registrations received after May 2, 2026, are subject to a $30 late fee.
Junior fees (age 18 and under) are $35.00 with no late fee.

Online registration will be open through the button below until midnight Friday May 2, 2026. After this, on-site registration will be available at the DSA Clubhouse during the event’s registration/check times.

Junior Racers

Junior racers can register by emailing Community Sailing of Colorado at [email protected].

Regatta Meals

Saturday Breakfast – Included with Registration

Bagels & Spread, Coffee, and Orange Juice will be available 0900 – 1100.

Saturday Dinner – $25 Per Person

Dinner tickets are $25 per person and includes food and drinks.

Tickets will be available for purchased ahead of time through the button below, till midnight May 2, 2026 at the regular $25 price. After May 2, 2026, the ticket price will be $30.

Sunday Breakfast – Included with Registration

Bagels & Spread, Coffee, and Orange Juice will be available 0900 – 1000.

Sunday After Races – Included with Registration

Snacks will be available after races finish as we wait for final results and awards.

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