The 26th Hospice Turkey Shoot Regatta is set for October 1 through 3 on the Rappahannock River. An opening party will be held the first night with the band “Rip Tide” taking the stage at 7:30 p.m. followed by 2 days of racing. The regatta is open to monohulls 18 feet and longer, with a design over 20 years old. Proceeds benefit Hospice Support Services of the Northern Neck and Riverside Hospice Agencies. Go to turkeyshoot.org for details and registration information.