Welcome to the Head of the Dog 2017.  Hosted by Portland Boat Club on the beautiful Multnomah Channel, the Head of the Dog is a three mile head race, a costume competition, and a fun picnic — all rolled into one.   We'll run two separate start waves, one for singles only, and a second for doubles, quads, and fours (schedule below) to minimize wait time on the water. Boats will launch from Portland Boat Club and row to the start. Spectators will have premium viewing of the finish line from the boathouse. Costumes are an annual tradition for this event; although optional they are highly encouraged! Food and awards round out the festivities after the race. 

Maps:

• Regatta Finish Line Map
• Regatta Site Map
• Multnomah Channel Map

Schedule:

7:30 Bow # Pickup 
8:00 Race meeting  
8:30 Singles Launch
9:30 Singles Race Begins
10:30am Doubles, Pairs, Quads and Fours Launch Start (Pending notification by Launch Master)
11:45 Doubles, Pairs, Quads and Fours
1:00 Awards

Perpetual Silver Trophies will be awarded to the fastest men's and women's 1x. The Bill Kalenius Memorial Trophy will go to the fastest 2x.  The BOB trophy for Best of Breed is annually presented to the individual or crew with the best costume.

Tshirts commemorating 30 years of the Head of the Dog Regatta will be available to purchase on the day of the event. $18 cash or check.