Approximately 2,000 people are expected to attend the 48th annual Non-Mariners Race tomorrow.

Organisers Sandys Boat Club secretary Betty Rech explained that at the moment there were approximately ten to 14 crews taking part in the Non Float Race.

For those that aren't aware of the Non Float Race, this simply means that participants bang a few pieces of wood or other objects together, sometimes on the morning of, and attempt to row or sail their way from Mangrove Bay in Somerset across to the Sandys Boat Club wharf.

The spectacle of non- or semi-floating crafts is quite a hilarious view with not everyone making it.

Ms Rech said there were still spaces available for those who wanted to take part and entry forms were available at the Club.

The Non Float Race has been going on annually for almost 50 years, as the first race of its kind took place in 1961.

Ms Rech added: "It is important for the participants to make sure their floats and debris is collected from the water and placed in the dumpster provided in the Club's parking lot."

The Penguin Fly Past begins at 1.30 p.m., the Bermuda Islands Pipe Band, who are donned in eclectic gear, pass through at 2.30 p.m. and the Non Float Race kicks off at 3 p.m.

Ms Rech wasn't sure when the event became so popular, but she knew that part of its appeal was due to the fact that it was the Sunday after Cup Match and the last real social event until Labour Day.

The Race is viewed by many people from boats who raft up for the afternoon. In addition, there are several party organisers who have arranged cruises, which will take you to the event. But it is also possible to watch the race from land.

Bring your swimsuit, as people relax both in and out of the water and move around from one boat to another to socialise.

Food vendors and open bars will be on the Club premises.

To enter the Non Float Race, forms can be collected at Sandys Boat Club and the entry fee is $25, which along with bar sales will be donated to charity.