EDINA, Minn. -- On Sunday, dozens of radio controlled boats powered by batteries or sales hit the water in Edina. "A sailboat on the south pond, it's serene and it's picturesque," said John Bertelsen.

The annual two-day event is hosted by the Solomons Island Model Boat Club and the Great Schooner Model Society.Modelers keep an eye on their radio-controlled yachts during the race.