I just came across this on my internet travels - how about a Hertfordshire Mumsnet dragon boat? Put me down for a tenner sponsorship [smile] <<HEARTS FIRST DRAGON BOAT CHALLENGE. Join the British Heart Foundation at Stanborough Park Watersports Centre on Sunday 30th July. The BHF is encouraging the people of Hertfordshire to come and take part in this exciting spectacle of pageantry and raise sponsorship money to help hearts in crisis. Crews from all over Hertfordshire are expected to battle it out in 30ft brightly painted Chinese dragon boats over the 250m course, cheered on by team mates and supporters. Each crew is made up of between 8 and 10 paddlers, a beating drummer at the front of the boat and a steering helm (provided by the organisers; Gable Events) at the tail end. The ancient tradition of dragon boat racing promises a fantastic day at Stanborough Park, full of fun, friendly competition and plenty of team spirit!! Start time: 09.30 Venue: Stanborough Park Watersports Centre, Stanborough Road, Welwyn Garden City, Herts, AL8 6DQ. For further information call 01707 327655.>>
