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They held their first regatta in 1902, before the Oakmont Yacht Club became official. But the folks apparently had such a good time, they decided to form a club. In 1903, the Oakmont Yacht Club was born, and a regatta has been held every year since. While it’s mainly held
It’s been smooth sailing this weekend for the 119th annual Oakmont Yacht Club Regatta. The three-day event is back along the banks of the Allegheny River this summer after being canceled last year because of the covid-19 related pandemic. Dom Conte, board member and 2021 regatta organizer, said the regatta is the largest fundraiser for the private club. “We do this for our members and basically to have fun,” Conte said. “We open it to the public on Saturday to try and get more members. We always welcome that.” The club holds a place as one of the oldest inland yacht clubs in America...