Big rowing regatta taking place in Saratoga Springs

Big rowing regatta taking place in Saratoga Springs

One of the largest regattas in the country kicks off in Saratoga County this weekend.

One of the largest regattas in the country kicks off in Saratoga County this weekend, Oct. 26 and Oct. 27.

Head of the Fish brings in more than 160 teams, and 1,600 crews from across the Northeast to compete.

The hotels and restaurants look forward to it all year.

Medals are awarded to the top three finishers.

The event offers the country’s most unique trophies, organizers said.

It all starts Saturday and wraps up on Sunday.