Yesterday afternoon was ideal on the river for the final day of the 3-day Head of the Charles (HOCR). I captured the Boston University Women's Lightweight Fours gliding powerfully past in Race 63! ๐๐๐๐โโ๏ธ๐
This afternoon, I biked across the Mass Ave Bridge and along the Cambridge side of the Charles River to watch and photograph the Head of the Charles Regatta as crews lined up at the basin for the start. Despite the cold and windy weather, it was exhilarating to feel the energy and spirit of the rowers and spectators! ๐โจ๐๐๐โโ๏ธ๐
The last race of the 2026 Head of the Charles Regatta was the Directors' Challenge Mixed Eights at 4:30 PM. My video features the Riverside Boat Clubโs โGreat 8โ at the starting line, with rowers ranging in age from 45 to 66. They came in 5th place out of 35 entries. ๐๐๐โโ๏ธ๐
Around noon today, while cycling from my Boston home along the Cambridge side of the Charles River, I met a wonderful group of people getting their boat ready at the Riverside Boat Club. They are the Minerva Rowing Club Eights from the Netherlands, competing in The Head Of The Charles Regatta (HOCR) this Sunday afternoon, October 18, 2026.
They were wonderfully generous with their time and gracious in answering all my questions. I truly appreciate their kindness and wish them the best of luck in their competition! ๐๐โจ๐๐โโ๏ธ๐
The Minerva Rowing Club will compete in Event #69 Men's Championship Eights (M CHAMP 8+) tomorrow, Sunday, Oct. 18, at 3:20 PM. (*Event times, if listed, are tentative and subject to change)
Best wishes! ๐๐๐๐โโ๏ธ๐
This morning, I cycled to Boston University's DeWolfe Boathouse to capture videos and photos of the Head of the Charles (HOCR) crews practicing in the Charles River basin. The three-mile course starts right here among colored buoys marking the channels. I stayed from 11:30 AM until almost 3 PM and am sharing four video clips that capture what I experienced. It was a gorgeous sunny day, but Iโm feeling pretty worn out from all the cycling and adventures. Still, itโs a good kind of tired. Kudos and best wishes to all participants and volunteers! ๐๐โโ๏ธโจ๐โโ๏ธ๐
Crews row by the Riverside Boat Club below, getting in some practice for the Head of the Charles Regatta (HOCR), which kicks off this Friday. ๐๐
One of the most stunning spots on Earth can be found right here in Cambridge and Watertown: the serene and historic Mount Auburn Cemetery. I always visit my Mom and Dad, who are resting in peace in the Story Chapel. This is Auburn Lake, which I captured in autumnal colors today.โจ๐ดโโ๏ธ๐ตโโ๏ธ๐โโ๏ธ๐
I spent a fantastic, perfect day cycling around the Charles River in Boston and Cambridge, watching various Head of the Charles Regatta (HOCR) activities! Here, two Eights practice with coaches while a lone kayaker glides by me.
The 2026 Menโs Championship Eight field features elite crews from top universities, national teams, and international programs, with Cambridge University and Holland Acht among the standout contenders.
The 61st Head of the Charles Regatta will run October 16โ18, 2026, on the Charles River in Cambridge, MA, with the Menโs Championship Eight race starting at 3:20โฏPM EST on Sunday. This is the premier menโs eight event, drawing the fastest crews from around the world!
The HOCR is the World's largest 3-day Regatta, drawing hundreds of thousands to the banks and waters of one of the world's most beautiful rivers! ๐๐๐๐๐๐ฃโจ๐๐๐๐๐
The Head of the Charles Regatta starting line is at the BU DeWolfe Boathouse, located on the right bank of the Charles River on the Cambridge side.
Just beyond, the Boston University Bridge is one of only three spots in the world where a boat can sail under a train, the train runs under a car, and the car drives under an airplane!
The World's largest 3-day rowing competition is only 4 days away, Oct. 16-18, 2026!
This is my photo from 2 days ago; the autumnal foliage has arrived! ๐๐๐๐๐โโ๏ธ๐
Iโve volunteered as a professional photographer for decades, and yesterday I captured a stunning 360-degree aerial video panorama of the beautiful Charles River, showcasing Boston and Cambridge. The wonderful greenery and bike paths are courtesy of our Commonwealth's Department of Recreation & Conservation.
I don't own a car; if I can't bike to a place, I simply don't go, and I'm 81 years old.
Since its origin in 1965, the Head Of The Charlesยฎ Regatta (HOCR) has welcomed the worldโs best crew teams to the banks of the Charles River for the ultimate three-day rowing competition! The HOCR will be held this Friday, Saturday, and Sunday, OCT. 16-18, 2026. โจ๐๐ดโโ๏ธ๐ตโโ๏ธ๐๐๐๐ฒ๐ณ๐ฃโโ๏ธ๐ฃ๐ฃโโ๏ธ๐๐โโ๏ธ๐
Boston, known as the "City on the Hill," was famously described by John Winthrop in his 1630 sermon, "A Model of Christian Charity." His sermon emphasized moral responsibility and the need to uphold a covenant with God. Matthew 5:14๐ฏ๏ธโจ๐โโ๏ธ๐
The 2026 Head of the Charles Regatta will take place from October 16โ18 on the Charles River that is shared by Boston and Cambridge. As the worldโs largest threeโday rowing event, it draws over 11,000 competitors, 325,000โ400,000 spectators, and 2,400 volunteers.
I filmed a 360 panorama video at Magazine Beach, Cambridge, with the opening scene including the Boston University Bridge and then panning to capture the River Street Bridge, along with stunning views of Boston and Cambridge! ๐๐๐๐๐
Our Boston Common, the oldest city park in the United States, was bursting with happy visitors today! A lush landscape with 86-degree Fahrenheit weather and vibrant foliageโperfect! The golden dome of our historic State House is on the left. I took this photo at 1:45 PM. ๐ฟ๐๐๐๐ฒ๐ณ๐๐๐









