The Bayview to Mackinaw race kicks off July 13, but before the sailboats take off, Fox 2's Jessica Starr decided to see if she had what it takes to make the run.
Jessica made some friends over at the Bayview Yacht Club, and they were kind enough to take her out sailing for a day.
Click on the video player to see if Jessica's got the skills to sail.
The Bayview Yacht Club has a big charity event happening this Saturday, June 30. It's called "Sailing Under the Stars," and it will benefit six local charities.
You can also sign up for a sailing class by visiting their Web site, www.byc.com.
Friday, May 17 2013 5:20 PM EDT2013-05-17 21:20:27 GMT
Fox 2's Jessica Starr and her husband welcomed their precious baby boy into the world on Friday. The baby weighed in at 8.1 pounds and measured 20.5 inches long.
Fox 2's Jessica Starr and her husband welcomed their precious baby boy into the world on Friday. The baby weighed in at 8.1 pounds and measured 20.5 inches long.
Wednesday, May 8 2013 5:17 PM EDT2013-05-08 21:17:51 GMT
Severe weather can happen at any time in Southeast Michigan. One main threat is lightning, which can cause forest, grass and house fires. Jessica Starr has a closer look at this dangerous occurrence.
Severe weather can happen at any time in Southeast Michigan. One main threat is lightning, which can cause forest, grass and house fires. Jessica Starr has a closer look at this dangerous occurrence.
Tuesday, April 23 2013 11:26 AM EDT2013-04-23 15:26:59 GMT
HisHwy is a faith-based wristband company located right here in Michigan. With HisHwy bands you can easily represent your belief allowing you to display it openly and to evangelize easily.
HisHwy is a faith-based wristband company located right here in Michigan. With HisHwy bands you can easily represent your belief allowing you to display it openly and to evangelize easily.
Thursday, May 23 2013 8:15 AM EDT2013-05-23 12:15:53 GMT
Weather Authority Ben Bailey says we'll see plenty of clouds today with scattered light rain showers. Temps will fall throughout the day as lows dip into the 40s overnight.
Weather Authority Ben Bailey says we'll see plenty of clouds today with scattered light rain showers. Temps will fall throughout the day as lows dip into the 40s overnight.
Wednesday, May 22 2013 9:23 PM EDT2013-05-23 01:23:55 GMT
When weather moves across the state of Michigan it often creates a dramatic scene of shapes and colors that are much art as fury. A look at some photos from Wednesday's storms.
When weather moves across the state of Michigan it often creates a dramatic scene of shapes and colors that are much art as fury. A look at some photos from Wednesday's storms.
Friday, May 17 2013 5:20 PM EDT2013-05-17 21:20:27 GMT
Fox 2's Jessica Starr and her husband welcomed their precious baby boy into the world on Friday. The baby weighed in at 8.1 pounds and measured 20.5 inches long.
Fox 2's Jessica Starr and her husband welcomed their precious baby boy into the world on Friday. The baby weighed in at 8.1 pounds and measured 20.5 inches long.
Wednesday, May 8 2013 5:18 PM EDT2013-05-08 21:18:19 GMT
The strongest thunderstorms, those with very powerful updrafts, can produce very large hail -- the kind that can dent cars or aluminum siding and damage a roof or destroy farmers' crops.
The strongest thunderstorms, those with very powerful updrafts, can produce very large hail -- the kind that can dent cars or aluminum siding and damage a roof or destroy farmers' crops. Tragically, people have been killed by getting hit with large hailstones.
Wednesday, May 8 2013 5:17 PM EDT2013-05-08 21:17:51 GMT
Severe weather can happen at any time in Southeast Michigan. One main threat is lightning, which can cause forest, grass and house fires. Jessica Starr has a closer look at this dangerous occurrence.
Severe weather can happen at any time in Southeast Michigan. One main threat is lightning, which can cause forest, grass and house fires. Jessica Starr has a closer look at this dangerous occurrence.
You can catch flight delays before you leave home by checking in here with the Air Traffic Control Center. Provided by the Federal Aviation Administration and updated in real time, get the information you can't get over the phone.
Thursday, May 23 2013 11:38 AM EDT2013-05-23 15:38:36 GMT
Move over 'Ship My Pants,' it's time for some 'Big Gas Savings.' Kmart, the retail store turned viral video giant, is back with another hilarious play on words in its latest online ad.
Move over 'Ship My Pants,' it's time for some 'Big Gas Savings.' Kmart, the retail store turned viral video giant, is back with another hilarious play on words in its latest online ad.
Thursday, May 23 2013 9:46 AM EDT2013-05-23 13:46:23 GMT
George Clinton, The O'Jays and The Guess Who are among the musical acts scheduled to perform at this year's River Days Festival along the Detroit Riverfront June 21-23.
George Clinton, The O'Jays and The Guess Who are among the musical acts scheduled to perform at this year's River Days Festival along the Detroit Riverfront June 21-23.
Thursday, May 23 2013 8:29 AM EDT2013-05-23 12:29:16 GMT
With Memorial Day upon us, MyInchofTheEarth.com and the VFW Foundation, the official charity of the Veterans of Foreign Wars (VFW), invite Americans to support our troops.
With Memorial Day upon us, MyInchofTheEarth.com and the VFW Foundation, the official charity of the Veterans of Foreign Wars (VFW), invite Americans to support our troops.
Thursday, May 23 2013 7:35 AM EDT2013-05-23 11:35:14 GMT
In Phoenix, officers displayed an incredible show of support for a young girl whose father died in the line of duty over the weekend. Around 100 officers attended the kindergarten graduation of Tatum Raetz.
In Phoenix, officers displayed an incredible show of support for a young girl whose father died in the line of duty over the weekend. Around 100 officers attended the kindergarten graduation of Tatum Raetz.
Wednesday, May 22 2013 11:12 AM EDT2013-05-22 15:12:00 GMT
Marvel Comic book legend Stan Lee made an appearance at the Detroit Comic Convention and FOX 2 was there to talk to him. What should Marvel fans be looking forward too?
Marvel Comic book legend Stan Lee made an appearance at the Detroit Comic Convention and FOX 2 was there to talk to him. What should Marvel fans be looking forward too?
Wednesday, May 22 2013 11:04 AM EDT2013-05-22 15:04:30 GMT
Come celebrate a birthday at the Detroit Zoo! Brothers Chipua, Pendeka, and Kongo arrived in Detroit in 2003 from the Bronx Zoo. These Western Lowland Gorillas can be seen at the Great Apes of Harambee
Come celebrate a birthday at the Detroit Zoo! Brothers Chipua, Pendeka, and Kongo arrived in Detroit in 2003 from the Bronx Zoo.
Wednesday, May 22 2013 10:47 AM EDT2013-05-22 14:47:43 GMT
Dr. Amy Johnson is a psychologist, certified coach and public speaker. She works with client around the world via telephone and online individually and through group coaching programs.
Dr. Amy Johnson is a psychologist, certified coach and public speaker. She works with client around the world via telephone and online individually and through group coaching programs.
