The Palmar de Ocoa beach area in the southwest will be hosting the Water Sports Festival in honor of Wichie Garcia Saleta on Saturday, 19 April. There will be sailing boat exhibitions (Laser and Sunfish), open water swim, kayaks and a marathon run from the north point of the Palmar de Ocoa bay to the town. There will be a rowing competition with the local fishermen in their own fishing boats. For more information, contact 809 722-8402.