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America's Cup Tour - Bear Mountain Inn

Sunday, May 1st, 6 - 10 pm

Are these really sailboats? Do they really go faster than the wind?

For all yachtsmen in the local New York area, this evening will offer an exciting way to live and re-live the history of the America’s Cup. Come hear TV host and commentator Tucker Thompson’s multi-media talk on the history of the America’s Cup from 1851 to the present day, including a preview of the racing to come in New York Harbor May 7th and 8th, 2016 and in Bermuda in 2017. Immerse yourself in the world of the America’s Cup for a few hours.

What: The America’s Cup Tour Presentation

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When: Sunday, May 1st, 2016 – 6 to 10 pm

Where: The historic, recently renovated, fabulous BEAR MOUNTAIN INN in Bear Mountain, New York.

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Who: Brought to you by the Nyack Boat Club Cruising Fleet, and America’s Cup sponsors Bremont Watches and the Bermuda Department of Tourism.

Why? • Because you want to see the America’s Cup in person.

• Because you want to enjoy a fabulous buffet dinner.

• Because you want to hear a multi-media talk by Tucker Thompson on the history of the America’s Cup from 1851 to the present day, including a preview of the racing to come in New York Harbor May 7th and 8th, 2016 and in Bermuda in 2017.

• Because you want to meet, greet, and share a wonderful evening with your fellow yachtsmen from the Hudson River Valley.

• Because you want to take a selfie of you with the America’s Cup.

Cost: Tickets start at $47.50/person ($15 under 12 years) for a buffet dinner and the America’s Cup events. Ticket sales must close April 24th. For tickets go to http://nbccf-americas-cup-tour.eventbrite.com.

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