If you don't mind getting up a little early on the weekend, make it down to Long Beach on Saturday morning, July 17 for the 62nd running of the "world's greatest water ski race." It's over and back from Long Beach to Catalina/Avalon Harbor. The race will start off the fantail of the Queen Mary between 8:45am and 9:00am. Should be between 60 to 70 race teams ready to challenge the 62 mile round trip course. Depending on weather and water conditions, the overall winner will complete the course in about 55 minutes, or less. Best viewing area is the stern of the Queen Mary -- all the after-race action happens at the Maya Hotel which is adjacent to the Queen. More info at http://www.catalinaskirace.net