Amazing Race, Silver Strand Edition

Teams of local yacht club members and volunteer competitors crossed the finish line of the "Amazing race" scavenger hunt early Sunday afternoon in Coronado. 

The third annual fundraiser for the Make-A-Wish foundation in San Diego generated money to help local children. Members of the , Navy Yacht Club San Diego and joined together and raised nearly $58,000 through pledges and donations.

In a day of competition, 12 teams of 10 athletes pedaled, sprinted and rowed around North Island and the Silver Strand, stopping at various checkpoints. Challenges included a kayak leg through the bay and an orange bobbing contest.

Greeted by moral supporters and volunteers, competitors then prepared for a water chug and baseball bat head-spin contest to finish off the battle royale. Members of all three yacht clubs took part in the final game before dinner was served, along with the mellow sounds of Ron's Garage Band.

Soon after the final games were under way, it became clear that athletes were performing under extreme fatigue. With scores of neighbors and foundation members cheering them on, dizzy athletes fought to gain their bearings as they staggered toward their teammates to finish the relay race.

"There were over a dozen sponsors contributing pledged funds, catering services and raffle items to the event," said Coronado Yacht Club Co-chair Lisa Brenden. "We've raised enough money to grant seven wishes for local children with life threatening illnesses."