River Rescue Regatta - EDGEfest

River Rescue Regatta in Menard May Park:  Saturday, September 17, 2022 from 10:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. with Music, Vendors and Food.

EDGEfest events are fun for the whole family.  Enjoy a CARDBOARD BOAT RACE, Guided Paddle Tour, Trash Art Contest, Games & Activities.

CARDBOARD BOAT RACE RULES & INFORMATION

TEAMS RACING FORMAT
• Race will begin at 12:30 p.m.
• Teams consist of 2-4 members.
• Children under 10 years old must wear a life jacket at all times.
• No swimming and/or pulling the boat will be allowed.
• The boat and crew must be mostly intact at the finish line.
• Awards will be presented for: speed, team spirit and best in show.

BOAT DESIGN AND CONSTRUCTION
• Boats may be made at home or at the park.  Some supplies will be provided at the event.
• Boats must be made ONLY of cardboard, duct tape, and paint.  NO reinforced cardboard tubes, liners or tarps.  Tubes may be used for paddles.
• Boats can only be a maximum of 5’ wide and 8’ long.
• Boats must be completely enclosed.  No raft or surfboard styles allowed.
• Only paddles or arms can be used to propel the boat.
• An inspection will be done by the judges prior to the event.

**This event is intended to be just for good family, friendly fun!!  Serious competitors need not participate. **
**ANY RULE NOT SPECIFICALLY COVERED ABOVE WILL BE LEFT TO THE DISCRETION OF THE JUDGES**
 

Boaters can participate in the International Coastal Cleanup, with Volusia County, at Kennedy Park from, 8:00-11:00 a.m. Visit Volusia.org for more information.

For more EDGEfest information, contact:  Specialevents@cityofedgewater.org or (386) 424-2400 x7207.