Where: Port Angeles Harbor along the waterfront trail from the City Pier to Rayonier Mill site.
When: October 3rd, 4th and 5th, 2008
Who: The Unlimited Light Hydroplanes are the Thunder Boats that race at Sea Fair, Phoenix, South Dakota, Richland, and the Tri Cities in Eastern Washington. Now coming to Port Angeles. It is a privilege to part of the Unlimited Light Hydroplane Racing Association sanctioned race schedule. Final race of the season with the Championship at stake. The Unlimited Light Hydroplanes are: 26-27 feet long and 11-12 feet wide Gas powered up to 800 hp and reach speeds up to 165mph.
How: The Peninsula Water Sports Association, P.W.S.A, a non-profit organization, is working to bring this spectacular event to the Olympic Peninsula.
Why: To promote Port Angeles as a destination and create an economic impact in the shoulder tourist season. The stimulus of the influx of race participants and spectators will impact lodging from motels to RV parks, restaurants and retail businesses for the entire weekend. To have an event that the entire family on the Peninsula will come and enjoy. Event proceeds will benefit the Marines Toys for Tots program of Clallam County. This program privides new toys to needy children throughout the county and throughout the year.
The goal of P.W.S.A is create an event that will become an annual race and festival.
Community sponsors: City of Port Angeles, City Parks and Recreation, Port Angeles Chamber of Commerce, PADA, and NOPVCB.