The Fraser Valley
dragon boaters are becoming a growing force in dragon boating… They
love paddling on choppy water just like the Tacoma Dragon boat
association – but unfortunately – this festival is held on the same day
as the Kent Washington dragonboat races… July 16.  Hmm… drive
3 hours down  past Seattle and suffer border hassles, and miss the
first race like we did in 2003 and have paddlers show up late because
they woke up late or had border hassles… or drive 90 minutes to
Harrison… and relax in the Hot Springs afterwards….

1st Annual Fraser Valley Dragon Boat Festival
Harrison Hot Springs
July 16, 2005

– Races run on Harrison Lake in choppy and calm waters.
– 500 metre course
– Run concurrently with 26th Annual Harrison Festival of the Arts

Early Bird (before April 30, 2005): $508.25
Regular Fee (after April 30, 2005): $535.00
Late Registration (after June 15, 2005): $588.50

– “Chuck Wood” Spirit Award for crew which exhibit the most spirit throughout day.
– “MIZZ Dragon Boat” Award given to winner of contest. Male
crew member exhibits their femininity by dressing up in either of the
following categories: Swimwear, Evening Wear, Casual Wear.

Details at Fraser Valley Dragon Boat Club web site.