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Sagan wins third Nutshell Regatta

Egbert Dees nudges ahead of Ellen Sagan above. Dees didn’t break a sweat as he crossed the finish line
first in this race with only a foot to spare. However, Sagan was the overall regatta winner.

The third Nutshell Regatta of the 2024 season was held July 14 on the Great Wicomico River off Glebe Point.

Five racers competed, Art Gilbert, Egbert Dees, Lael Easterling, Ellen Sagan and Mike Saunders. The committee boat was manned by Bruce Sarandrea and Janet Saunders.

Five races were held with varying courses to test the skills of the sailors, reported Sagan. Winds were fairly steady at 6-7 knots which led to some great races but some technical difficulties including broken rigging early on for Gilbert, causing him to have to…

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