Paddle for pink - june 10, 2017
Our first race of the 2017 season was the Paddle for Pink at Mercer County Lake, New Jersey. It was a beautiful day, and one of the best festival experiences. There were bands, a HUGE silent auction, great vendors, dragon tattoos, and happy paddlers. Grainger looked strong, and lots of attendees came over to our tent to meet us and talk about Grainger. Several people wanted to order light bulbs. We told them they'd have their product next day :)
Good morning! :)
Here comes the dragon!
Beautiful day. Hello dragon boats!
Coach and Captain
Captains' Meeting
Waiting for the first race
Breakfast
Paddles Up, Team!
Brave drummer
Home Base
Donna and her new tattoo!
The dragons are ready to be awakened. Eye Dotting Ceremony!
Mike and Lisa are the honorary eye-dotters
Recognizing supporters of the Paddle for Pink, and introduction of Eye Dotters.
Grainger Philadelphia Dragons
We came in 7th out of 23, missing 6th by 30/100 of a second (in other races that would be a bronze medal in our division.)
Race Times:
Qualifier – 1:20
Semifinal – 1:18
Final – 1:17
2017 schedule
June 10 - Paddle For Pink
June 28 - Practice
July 8 - Practice
August 12 - Practice
September 9 - Practice
October 7 - Philadelphia International Dragonboat Festival
