XXI Refeno 2009

The International Regatta Recife - Fernando de Noronha (REFENO) attracts national and international competitors every year. The sea, the wind and the climate of Pernambuco are ideal for sailing and the landscapes are one of the highlights.

The boats leave Marco Zero in Recife and sail to Fernando de Noronha. The sail between Recife and Fernando de Noronha is a sailor's dream. The first amateur competition was held in 1984 and the five-member crew of the boat Odisseus won the race.

The REFENO is Brazil's first ocean regatta and in its eighteen years it has grown so significantly that today it is necessary to limit the number of participants. In 2004, REFENO broke a record: 146 enrolled boats in the regatta.

There are various award categories besides first prize, including 2nd and 3rd prizes, the first foreigner to cross the line, the oldest and youngest finishers, and the first woman to complete the course. The next-to-last to finish takes the TAMAR Trophy: Sea Turtle.

While the competition is going on, participants on land participate in exhibitions, workshops, lectures, music concerts, parties, fishing, food and much more. To enter the event, guests may either donate 2 kilos of non-perishable food or R$5. For those interested in competing, please visit www.refeno.com.br.

The event will take place at Cabanga Iate Clube de Pernambuco from September 19th to October 4th. For further information, contact the REFENO organization at +55 81 34284277 or secretaria@refeno.com.br. Address: Av. Engenheiro. José Estelita, s/n - Cabanga.