FAQ's

	Roseland Rotary Dragon Boat Festival
	Frequently Asked Questions
	What is Dragon Boating ? What is a Dragon Boat ? What is the Significance of the Dragon Boat Festival ? How much does it Cost to Enter a Team? What do my Dragon Boats fees cover? How much does it Cost to Watch the Dragon Boat Races? How can I get more Information ? Back to Home Q -What is Dragon Boating ? Dragon Boating is an ancient Chinese festival in which crews of 20 paddlers, paced by a drummer at the bow, and guided by a steerperson at the stern, combine power and rhythm to achieve maximum acceleration and speed over a 500 meter course. Back to Top Q - What is a Dragon Boat ? Dragon Boats are the largest flat water racing canoes in the world and range in size from 12 to 27 meters. The boats used in most modern day events are 12 metres in length, constructed of solid teak and weigh approximately 1500lbs. Each boat is decorated with a Dragon head and tail. Back to Top Q - What is the Significance of the Roseland Rotary Dragon Boat Festival ? The Roseland Rotary Dragon Boat Festival is a multicultural event, steeped in the richness and diversity of the Asian culture. The event not only helps to mesh Western Culture with Asian culture, but provides the people of Windsor with an opportunity to appreciate and experience an exciting Chinese Festival. Above all, Dragon Boating is a fun, community-building event! The Roseland Rotary Dragon Boat Festival held in support of the Rotary Community Charities. Dragon Boat Tid Bit -The Mythical Dragon Dragon - An imaginary creature common to many mythologies, the dragon has a reptilian body covered with scales. Many dragons have wings or the head and forelegs of a lion or bird at prey. They usually breathe fire and are associated with water. Most dragons are a symbol of evil, but in China some are beneficent, and the dragon was the symbol of the emperor. Dragons are commonly associated with the Gods and in Christian symbolism they are seen as creatures of the devil. for more information... Back to Top Q - What does it cost to enter a team? The cost to enter a team in the Roseland Rotary Dragon Boat Festival is $750.00 (includes GST). A Team Registration Form must be completed and payment must be received before a team is officially for the Festival. Individuals who would like to participate in the Dragon Boat Races, but are not part of a corporation are encouraged to get a group of friends, family and/or neighbours together to form a team. In the past enterprising teams have held their own fundraising events to off-set the entry costs. You may also want to look at finding a sponsor for the team, and offer them some advertising through the team name or shirts worn. Back to Top Q - What do my registration fees include? Your registration fees include: 3 practices - 1 with a coach Use of the following equipment: PFD's (life jackets) - their use is MANDATORY paddles dragon boats - during practices and event day NOTE your team is responisble for any damage done to equipment during their session, practice and race, and you will be billed accordingly. Your fees do not include: team uniforms/ costumes food/beverages Back to Top Q - How much does it Cost to Watch the Dragon Boat Races? There is no cost to watch the Dragon Boat Races so be sure to come down to Dieppe Park and cheer your favourite team on! Back to Top Q- How can I get more Information ? To get more information about the Roseland Rotary Dragon Boat Festival please contact: Roseland Rotary Dragon Boat Festival Gordon Orr Ph: (519) 969-3825 or email FMG Dragon Boats Back to Top

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