This year, the Dan Harris Challenge will be the first leg of the Think International Challenge, matching B.C.'s finest surf skiers against Washington's. The second leg will take place in Deep Cove, B.C. on May 10.

In addition, a new short course has been added to the Dan Harris Challenge. The short course will turn around at #2 (Point Point) buoy and return to the Start/Finish line at #4 buoy (north end of Boulevard Park). As in prior years, rowers, pullers and paddlers will race each other along the Fairhaven and Chuckanut shorelines in what is becoming one of the most challenging and unpredictable races in the Northwest. 

Spectators can watch the mass start from Boulevard Park and Taylor Ave. dock as contestants sprint toward the Post Point buoy, or Chuckanut Island and return. A post-race BBQ awaits contestants, and volunteers. Friends and spectators can join the BBQ, too, with a $5 suggested donation.

Door prizes and awards take place at Boulevard Park, with the rest of the Dirty Dan Days celebration awaiting at the Village Green.