Chicago to Mackinac yacht race gets ready

July 20, 2012 3:49:17 PM PDT

By Theresa Gutierrez

July 20, 2012 (CHICAGO) --

The 104th annual Chicago to Mackinac Race is about to get under way on Lake Michigan. The race is one of the world's largest freshwater competitions. It is to take place at the Chicago Yacht Club.