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Leeds Dragon Boat race 2010 invite
Up to 50 craft are due to line up in the spectacular Dragon Boat race in Roundhay Park.
Waterloo Lake will be teeming with colourful boats and costumes as teams compete for medals and trophies.
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The event will raise funds for Martin House Hospice, Boston Spa, which in the past two years has benefited by 60,000 from the race.
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Fundraiser Caroline Roberts said 20 teams were already certain starters and she was hoping for a full complement of 46. Confirmed starters include Yorkshire Building Society, Eversheds solicitors and Wates.
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They will race off in heats, leading up to two semi-finals and a final containing three or four boats. Heats will start at 10am and the final is set to take place about 4pm on May 23 .
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A huge crowd of 10,000 watched last year's event which took place on a hot bank holiday.
"We are delighted to receive such an excellent response," said Caroline. "The challenge promises some spectacular racing and a fantastic day out."
Teams will need up to 10 paddlers plus a drummer and they will crew a 30ft-long boat over a 200m course. There is a special prize for fancy dress.
Wates Construction, who finished third last year, have entered again and are expected to have a Baywatch-theme costume. "Watch out for the Hoff and Pammy," said spokesman David Price. "We all enjoyed the event last year, dressing up as Oompa Loompas in green wigs and orange faces."
Caroline Roberts said dragon boat racing was a good way to motivate staff and encourage bonding.
"Technique, timing and above all teamwork win the day rather than physical prowess," she said. "No previous experience is required and everyone starts in the same boat, so to speak!"
To enter a team, email: events@martinhouse.org.uk or visit www.martinhouse.org.uk
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