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Rather than repeating the description of want Dragon Boat Races & the Festival is, I'll add a link to the site. While I'm not taking part as a member of a crew (no matter how many times they asked!) I took lots of photographs. If you noticed that the major subjects are the Ontario Otters, that's because I know many of the team members.
The first practice on Tuesday was canceled because of 30 + MPH winds (they don't stop for rain). I did get some photos of some "dry" practice in the Breitbeck Park shelter. The following Wednesday I managed to take some photos of a practice session on the water. The actual races take place on Saturday, September 6th.
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Friday, September 5th -
While the official Dragon Races are on Saturday, today was the Hero's race. The Coast Guard, The Oswego Police Department & the Oswego Fire Department put together teams (and a donation of $500.00 from each team) and raced. I think the Coast Guard had an advantage since the race was on water (although I don't think they paddle any of their boats!). In any case, they came in first, with the Fire Department second and the Police third. A close race as can be seen by the photo of the finish.
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The Sign & A Boat |
Welcomes After a Practice |
The Band |
The Chicken Tent |
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The Coast Guard Boat |
The Fire Department Boat |
The Police Department Boat |
The Race is On! |
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The Photo Finish |
Victory! |
Welcome the Winners |
The Coast Guard |
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The Coast Guard |
The Coast Guard Team |
The Fire Department Team |
The Police Department Team |
Along with the race there was barbecued chicken dinners, a band, and fun for all.
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