Head of the Mississippi - Oct 3rd, 2026

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5 Km Head race. Starts under the Lake St. Bridge rowing upstream to finish

Main regatta / trailer set up is at U of MN Boathouse. 

**SIGNUP DEADLINE: SEPT  15th **

REGATTA FEE: $75

Oct 3rd  

Mississippi River

550 East River Parkway        

   East River Flats Park    

U of MN boathouse 

Minneapolis, MN 

All Rowers are expected to assist with boat rigging and trailer loading

Thursday Oct 1st : 5:45 pm derig boats

Friday Oct 2nd at 6am: Load Trailer

NO FRIDAY EVENING RIGGING AT VENUE-- all rigging will occur Saturday morning 

Sat Oct _3rd__ 7:00  am all rowers - arrive at course - RIG BOATS !

 7:15am Coach/ bow / coxswain meeting at U of M boathouse

event schedule: https://www.regattacentral.com/regatta/?job_id=10312

first race at 8:45 am 

Post Race:  Last race 4:30 pm. DeRig and Re load trailer. Rowers can depart once trailer is fully loaded

Sunday Oct 4th : 8 am : unload and rig at Birch's

THERE IS NO PARKING or DRIVING ON THE LAWN - The grassy area of the Minneapolis Park and Recreation Board East River Flats Park north of the UMN Boathouse.  This will be enforced throughout the regatta.

Arrange for teams to be present to move team tents from parking lot or drop off area. Park personal vehicles in the one of several pay lots in the area.  Street parking is available above the River Flats Park (look for stairs to come back down).  All meters are enforced so pay attention.

One pulling vehicle per team is allowed in the trailer area only.  This area will be monitored for compliance.

 LLRC Volunteer Signup Links:   

https://www.signupgenius.com/go/20F054EA5AA2AA2F49-65574353-head

https://www.regattacentral.com/regatta/?job_id=10312

ALSO

https://mrc.clubexpress.com/content.aspx?page_id=22&club_id=150333&module_id=233899

Scan QR code for Regatta Master Schedule/ Results 

• The blue LLRC team tent will be set up near the main parking lot.  Rowers should find it when they arrive and drop their gear there then assist w trailer unload and rigging.  
• Lunch/ Snacks /Water will be provided for rowers.      If you have any special dietary needs, please bring your own food and snacks.  
•  Bring a reusable water bottle (filled) , we will have large jugs so you can refill your water bottle. 
• There are a limited number of chairs for rowers, so feel free to bring your own.  The tent is where rowers can relax and recharge between races. 
• ALL rowers are expected to help move boats and oars for their teammates throughout the day, as well as cheer teammates on in their races. Be aware of when your races are (coaches will have the schedule that morning) so that you can prepare, fuel and help your teammates and coaches. . 
•  Parents:   bring your own chair, a pair of binoculars and dress for various weather conditions! Bring your LLRC Cowbells! 
• Please read the "Regatta Survival Guide" if you're new to rowing: 

Signup on your BHC account. 

Once the deadline passes, we can not accept any late entries to the regatta.  Payment will be posted to your account on the deadeline date. Once the deadline date arrives, we are not able to offer refunds if you can not attend the regatta, for any reason, 

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Racing is held on the WEST side of the river, so best close up viewing will be on the West side/ west river parkway.  Options are marked in green. Franklin Ave bridge gives you good aerial viewing The walkway/ path from the trailers is easily accessible, but viewing is from across the river, as you're close to the warmup lane.