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A ROU N D TH E SOUTH COA ST
Marion
Marion is a small town with the kind of charm that wraps
historic homes in white-picket fences. In the warmer
months, Marion comes to life with activity, especially for
seafarers. Boaters moor their boats in Sippican Harbor,
which is home to the exclusive Beverly Yacht Club. Sailors
ride the southwest winds that pick up almost every
afternoon. Every June for more than four decades, Marion
attracts international acclaim in the sailing world when the
Marion-to-Bermuda Yacht Race comes to town.
Founded in 1977, the Marion-to-Bermuda Yacht Race
celebrates competitive spirit and good fellowship of
Corinthian sailing. Sailing crews navigate from Marion to
Bermuda, which is 645 nautical miles, and some use only
celestial navigation. Funds raised through the race benefit
local sailing programs.
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