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    Ride of your Life

    The most fun, unique cultural event returns to Memphis October 5, 2013.

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    Race for a cause!

    Paddle in exciting heats and raise money for the Tennessee Clean Water Network. It’s a win-win!

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    Get on the Boat!

    Find out why dragon boat racing is the 8th fastest growing sport in the world!

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    Duncan-Williams. Do Well

    Dragon Boat Races and Clean Water Win!

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    Paddles Up!

    Don’t miss the boat! Be part of the 3rd Annual Duncan-Williams Dragon Boat Races in Memphis. Get the Ride of your Life Saturday, October 5, at Mud Island River Park.

    Dagon boat racing is the 8th fastest growing sport in the world and the most fun, unique cultural event featuring adrenaline-pumping action. Dragon boat racing grows in popularity each year, with more than 50 million people in 63 countries participating. Teams of 20 paddlers, a drummer and steerer race in authentic Hong Kong-style, 46-foot-long dragon boats. All ages, skill levels and physiques can paddle, making it the ultimate team building sport, requiring synchronicity and finesse, more than power to win.

    Find out why you can’t miss this event. Bring your Team. Bring your Spirit. Register now.

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    Important Dates

    7/15

    Early Registration Deadline

    Save $100 Early registration deadline

    8/8

    Team Captain Luncheon

    Get more details about the Race! 12-1:30 p.m. at TBD

    9/16

    FINAL Registration Deadline for Teams

    FINAL registration deadline for teams

    10/3

    Mandatory Team Captain Meeting

    MANDATORY Team Captain’s meeting at 7 p.m., at the theatre at Mud Island River Park

    10/5

    Race Day!

    See you at Mud Island River Park!

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    Our Sponsors

    DW
    Mud Island River Park
    Riverfront Development Corp
    DowntownMemphis.com
    Health Fitness
    creative coop
    Flyer
    Southland Park Gaming & Racing
    Crowne Plaza Memphis Downtown
    Archer>Malmo
    ibank
    Redbirds

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    Dragon Boat Documentary to Debut in Memphis

    Are you ready to paddle!?!?!? Check out the trailer to this new film and you’ll be fired up for Saturday! Celebrate your victory by meeting your team for the one and only screening of this film in Memphis. Saturday, Nov. 3rd at the 15th annual Indie Memphis Film Festival. Time and location will be revealed [...]

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