Lake Beseck Living

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MIDDLEFIELD, CT

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Cardboard Boat Race being held at the Lake Beseck Association Picnic July 11 2015

June 17, 2015  /  Amy Poturnicki

Start collecting cardboard for a cardboard boat race coming to the Lake Beseck Association Picnic on July 11, 2015!  An event you won't want to miss - all ages welcome to join in the fun!

 

It all starts at 11 A.M. on July 11th

~Food, Family Fun, Music, Awards~

 Boat Construction & Rules

1.    Use cardboard and duct tape to build boats.

2.     Duct tape may be used to reinforce seams and the bottom of your boat.

3.     No pre-treated or waxed cardboard is permitted.

4.     Use of paint is permitted as a decoration only, not to waterproof hull.

5.     Oars may be made of any material to propel your boat.

6.     The crew compartment cannot be enclosed to interfere with escape

Suggestions

·        Be creative, costumes and boat decoration encouraged.

·        A PFD (Personal Floatation Device) is strongly recommended.

·        Cardboard can be found at appliance store, dept. stores, discount clubs, electronic stores, etc

·        All ages encouraged to join the fun!

Awards                                                                                                                            

- 1st, 2nd & 3rd PLACE FINISH – age 12 and above & below age 12

- Most Creative

- Most Spectacular Sinking

- Best Team Spirit

Winners will be featured on Lake Beseck Living website!

 

 

 

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