Inlet Spring Regatta 2019 Registration Now Full
The dock at Rocky Point Pier during the 2018 Inlet Spring Regatta (Photo: Joep Olthuis)
Thanks to the enthusiasm of 40 teams, our registration is now at capacity for the second annual Inlet Spring Regatta set to take place at Rocky Point Park, in Port Moody, B.C. on Saturday, April 27.
This year the number of teams was increased from 36 to 40 teams. Mixed and women’s teams from New Westminster, Abbotsford, Hope, Chilliwack, Surrey, North Vancouver, Vancouver, New Westminster, Langley, West Vancouver, Burnaby, Coquitlam, Mission, Pitt Meadows, Cultus Lake, and Richmond have registered.
G2G Race Management will return to handle the racing component of the event and due to the demand the event expanded to 40 teams instead of 35 in the inaugural year. Teams compete in 200 meter races in twenty-person BUK boats. Each team will be guaranteed four races and all those finishing in first, second and third place in ten divisions will receive a one-of-a-kind wooden medal.
The inaugural event in 2018 was a glowing success with rave reviews coming in from dragon boaters, fans, vendors and sponsors. The Inlet Spring Regatta is now a prominent fixture opening the 2019 Dragon Boat Season. The 2019 event will be dedicated to the late Dan Strain, beloved captain and founding member of the Nothin’ Dragon Masters.
Hosted by the Dogwood Nothin’ Dragon Masters, a 50 plus team based in Coquitlam, the 2019 event has already reached a capacity of 40 teams.
Teams can still be wait-listed here, in the event of a cancellation. The process will operate on a first come, first served basis.
For more information on the event go to www.inletspringregatta.com.
SPONSORSHIPS AVAILABLE
If you or your company is looking to support our diverse event that encourages water sports, camaraderie, health and fitness to paddlers ranging in age from teenagers to 50+, sponsorship opportunities are available! Email inletspringregatta@gmail.com
About the venue: Known as the City of the Arts, Port Moody is located in Metro Vancouver at the east end of Burrard Inlet and is bordered by Coquitlam on the east and south, and Burnaby on the west. The regatta venue, Rocky Point Park is known for its beautiful amenities, with The Boathouse Restaurant, Pajos Fish and Chips. and Rocky Point Ice Cream all within one to five minutes walking distance. The area is well-known for its four local breweries, also within short walking distance from the venue. More here.
About the Nothin' Dragon Masters: The Nothin' Dragon Masters are a 50 + team based in Coquitlam, B.C., and operate under the Dogwood Seniors Society. The team has approximately 70 members and mentors challenged youth through their Kateslem Kids Program as well as supports the Riverside Secondary dragon boat team. More information at nothindragon.ca.