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Parramatta District Raft Race
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Event Details
When:
Sun 26th Nov 2023 (8am to 3pm)
Where:
Kissing Point Park
Opposite 109 Waterview St, Putney NSW 2112, Australia
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Cost:
Adult - Leader - Free
Youth - Scout - Free
Registrations:
Open: Mon 30th Oct 2023 (12am)
Close: Sat 25th Nov 2023 (6pm)
Capacity:
Maximum 120 people
Coordinator:
Account:
Parramatta District
Brief Summary:
Patrols from Parramatta District will be competing in the biennial raft race challenge
Additional Information

Description: 

Patrols turn up, construct a raft and then compete in a number of interesting challenges.

Refer to the attached information sheet on the raft requirements (traditional or 'super class'), events and gear requirements.

Patrol Registration:

Patrol Leader needs to email the completed Patrol Registration form to anthony.macarthur@nsw.scouts.com.au no later than 6:00pm on Friday 24 November for early bird points.

Program:

       8:00am          - registration opens and commence raft construction
       8:30am          - opening parade
     10:30am          - morning tea and raft scrutineering/safety checks
     11:00am          - event 1 (sprint race)
     12:00midday   - lunch and raft repairs
     12:30pm         - event 2 (tow race)
       1:30pm         - event 3 (first aid)
       2:30pm         - free time and raft pack up
       3:00pm         - closing parade

Location:   

Kissing Point Park is on the Parramatta River. Parking for vehicles with trailers is available near the boat ramp, whilst other vehicles should park in nearby residential streets. The Scouts area will be on the eastern side from the ferry wharf. 

Wear:
  • Scout scarf for opening and closing parade
  • swimmers with rashie/t-shirt
  • hat (wide brimmed recommended)
  • water shoes
  • PFD/life vest for every participant  

Cost:   

Nil 

Bring:   

Small back pack containing :-

  1.  Water bottle
  2.  change of dry clothes and shoes 
  3.  lunch, morning tea and snacks
  4.  towel
  5. sunscreen

 

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Event Documents

  Download Parramatta District Raft Race Information & Patrol Registration Form

Information on the event, Patrol Registration form and Judging notes

Registrations Closed