Thursday, March 28, 2019

At Home Rowing Regatta Fundraiser

Calling all hibernating rowers and paddlers! Just when you need something to look forward to, the At Home Aging In Place program announces a fundraising Rowing Regatta for Saturday, June 15 at the Hinckley Boat Yard, Southwest Harbor. Think of it...warm weather...more than 15 hours of daylight...and the chance to get out on the water and show your stuff for a great cause.

All human-powered craft—rowboats, canoes, sculls, paddleboards, kayaks, etc.—are welcomed. Specially made trophies from Seal Cove Pottery will be awarded to the top three finishers in races of various lengths—1 mile, 2.5 miles and 5 miles. Fun prizes will be awarded in other categories as well.

At the same time, a huge Marine Salvage Sale will be happening onshore at Hinckley’s. Wares donated by MDI area boatyards as well as goods offered by private sellers will help to get boat owners ready for the summer ahead. Stanley Subaru has donated a scooter to benefit At Home and tickets will be on sale. A food truck will be on site throughout the day as well.

Proceeds will benefit At Home, a program of Downeast Community Partners that empowers elders to live independently while staying connected to the community. At Home is pleased to acknowledge First National Bank as the top sponsor of this inaugural regatta.

Registrations are limited to only 50 vessels. To register or for more information about the events, go to athomeforelders.org or call (207) 374-5852

So, save the date: June 15. Let’s pull together to support a great cause!