Head of the Fish Regatta
FAQs
We've collected a list of some of the most common questions we get.
Still looking for more info?
Email our team at regattas@saratogarowing.com.
If you are having trouble registering, check out our troubleshooting guide HERE. If you have gone through the guide and are still having trouble, reach out to info@saratogarowing.com!
Looking for official Head of the Fish gear? Head to the N&D Head of the Fish store!
The distance of the race is 3200 meters from our starter's camera to the finish camera (assuming you have a good course!)
Competitors will race 3200 meters on Fish Creek against the clock head race style with 20-30 second gaps between competitors.
Race Results will be posted on race day, with the winning time receiving a fish head trophy. A minimum of 5 entries must be registered for an event to be eligible for a Fish Head Trophy.
Head of the Fish is excited to be back this fall on Halloween weekend, October 26-27th.
This regatta is one of the largest regattas in the country. The Head of the Fish attracts over 160 teams and 1600 crews from across the Northeast and features the country's most unique trophies.
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Parents, Spectators, and Organizers
Learn how to get to Fish Creek, and what you can expect to do when you arrive.
Car and Bus Parking
Know what to expect when you arrive regarding the available parking. Find bus information here for teams.
Schedule, Results, and Livestream
See outcomes from races past and present, updated schedules, and more.
Past Results
Want to know how your time stacks up of time's past? Click here for all our previous race results on Fish Creek!
Schedule
Visit Streamline Rowing, the official scheduling and regatta management tool of Saratoga Regattas, for updated regatta schedules.
Regatta Results
Click here to see the results for Head of the Fish as published by our Regatta Director.
Competitors and Coaches
Resources, information, and insights for racers and those who help make these races possible.
Course Maps
Prepare for your races by reviewing our maps of the course and regatta site, including launching patterns, warm up notes, and race suggestions, EMS, food vendors, and more.
Trailer Parking
Upon your arrival to course, know what to expect when being directed through Trailer Parking.