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CALLING ALL KIDS TO THE GREAT SAM RAYBURN CARDBOARD BOAT REGGATTA
It's lining up to be quite a show at Jackson Hill Park Swimming Area on Saturday August 31st from 10 am till 6 pm. The third annual Great Sam Rayburn Cardboard Boat Regatta promises to be bigger and better than ever. All kids are asked to come prepared to get wet and have fun. "Whether you build a boat or not, every kid who wants to participate can" said Cat Bennett from Outdoor Freedom Network.
Access to the event is $2 per person 10 and under are free. The entry fee will benefit The Outdoor Freedom Network 2024 Toys for Tots Campaign. Everyone will be given two tickets, one to vote for their favorite boat for the “People’s Choice Award” and the other will be your chance to win a door prize of 2 lbs. of Jackson Hill Championship Smoked Brisket for your Labor Day Dinner. Race winners and best in show will receive cash and awards.
The boats will be on display from 8 until 10:00 am when the crowd will choose the best in show before the racing begins at around 10:30 am. There will be food vendors including BBQ, shave ice, cold drinks and watermelon. Favorites from last year include the watermelon eating contest sponsored by Deep East Texas High School Fishing Series and the Pet Smart Pet costume Contest. Dress up your furbaby and show them off. There will be live music throughout the day.
New this year will be the Great Sam Rayburn Corn Hole and Washer Championship beginning at 3 pm and a Dunking Booth. To find out more information including rules, online registration, boat building plans and pictures you can go to www.outdoorfreedom.net.
