The Dragons are coming… To the Port of Ridgefield, 111 West Division Street, Ridgefield on August 6th, 2022.
Come and join the fun and watch the CCVAC’s community team race against other community teams.
Actually, people in dragon boats are coming for a community wide fundraiser that Paddle for Life is hosting August 6th, 2022. This race will support a local nonprofit called Camp Mariposa®. Camp Mariposa® is led by Lifeline Connections mental health professionals for youth affected by the substance use disorder of a loved one.
What is dragon boat racing?
Dragon boating originated in China more than 2,000 years ago and has become both a competitive and recreational sport with participation growing worldwide. It is the ultimate team sport with 10-20 people seated in pairs and paddling in sync. All the while, a caller up front bangs a drum to keep the team in time over a distance of 250 meters.
Why would I want to participate in a dragon boat race?
Dragon boating is for a variety of ages and skill and fitness levels. You can compete like an Olympian or just go out and have fun. The Paddle for Life event on August 9th, 2022, will feature various heats for differing levels of skill and fitness. Community teams will be made up of people who sign up to participate together. Yes, you will be in a boat with friends, family, or coworkers. Picture yourself showing off your medal from the races Monday at work! And paddling together is a great way to foster team spirit.
Where and when will the event be?
The Paddle for Life Dragon Boat Race will be at the Port of Ridgefield, 111 West Division Street, Ridgefield, WA on August 9th, 2022, 8 AM to 4 PM.
Great! I’m in! What do I do?
- Check out paddleforlife.org for details, including how to register.
- Rally 10-11 friends, family members, coworkers, and acquaintances to be on your team. Enter their names and shirt sizes on your registration form on the website.
- Sign up for your two free practices before race day. Bring your team to the lake, and we’ll provide a coach, steersperson, life jackets, and paddles — everything you will need to prepare for race day.
Paddle For Life® is a 501c(3) nonprofit
Registration Info
Are you new to dragon boat racing or have some experience? Now is your time to participate! You will be assigned to a team that has little or no experience paddling in a dragon boat. Join us in a day of paddling, fun, food, and camaraderie! To register please click here
Individual Registration Fees
1 paddler (randomly placed on novice/community team): $25
Are you new to dragon boat racing or have some experience? Now is your time to participate! You will be assigned to a team that has little or no experience paddling in a dragon boat. Join us in a day of paddling, fun, food, and camaraderie! To register please click here
Novice/Community Team Registration Fees
10 paddler mixed team: $250
10 paddler women’s team: $250
The Vancouver course is the same venue where the Pacific Dragon Boating Association (PDBA) will hold its qualifying race the following month for the International Dragon Boating Federation’s 2020 World Championship in France. You will have an opportunity to experience the race course and lake conditions prior to the qualifying race. To register please click here
On top of that, this race is a grand opportunity for newer paddlers to gain valuable race experience close to home.
NOTE: If you would like to register more than one boat, please contact us via email: info@paddleforlife.org
Club Team Registration Fees
10 paddler mixed team: $400
10 paddler women’s team: $400
Early bird special for 10 paddler teams is $350 by March 1, 2019
20 paddler mixed team: $800
20 paddler women’s team: $800
Early bird special for 20 paddler teams is $700 by March 1, 2019
Where Are The Dragons
Where Are The Dragons
