The Head Of The Fish Regatta is a

rowing Rowing is the act of propelling a human-powered watercraft using the sweeping motions of oars to displace water and generate reactional propulsion. Rowing is functionally similar to paddling, but rowing requires oars to be mechanically ...

race held on the last weekend of October each year on Fish Creek, within

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. The race is named the "Head" of the Fish because it is a

head race A head race is a time-trial competition in the sport of rowing. Head races are typically held in the fall, winter and spring seasons. These events draw many athletes as well as observers. In this form of racing, rowers race against the clock wh ...

. The event is hosted by the Saratoga Rowing Association. The race is organized by volunteers. Tom Frost founded the regatta in 1986. The original vision for the regatta was one "that wouldn't take itself too seriously." Protests were forbidden and "timing errors were considered part of the regatta's charm." Winners are awarded lacquered fish heads.

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