Amelio Ademollo in front of his boat Credit: Sabine Poux
Contestants gather pre-race Credit: Sabine Poux
Parading toward the race’s start at the North Hero House beach Credit: Sabine Poux
Blake Allen (left) and Macie Bessette (right) help colleague Dustin Abell (center) get in the zone before his race Credit: Sabine Poux
Racers in the 7-14 singles category launch with help from their parents Credit: Sabine Poux
Team Italy cruises into first place Credit: Sabine Poux
The view of Hero’s Welcome from the finish dock Credit: Sabine Poux
Tragedy strikes! Credit: Sabine Poux
Winners of the 6 and under category collect their prize Credit: Sabine Poux

Sabine Poux is a Seven Days intern covering arts, culture and food.