letter to the editor

Join the Rowgatta

Tue, 08/08/2017 - 4:00pm

Dear Editor:

This Saturday, Aug. 12 will launch the 24th annual Southport Rowgatta, with start time at 8:30 a.m. from Southport's Newagen Town Landing Dock. This year's Rowgatta honors the memory of Merry Knowlton, a longtime supporter of the Rowgatta.

All Rowgatta proceeds help defray the cost of swim lessons for every second grader in our region, an important cause indeed. Kayaks, rowboats, shells, paddleboards or any human powered craft are welcome. It's not too late to sign up. Please consider helping the cause, as well as supporting this healthy event. Thank you, in advance, to all the volunteers who will cheer you on and help keep the Rowgatta safe, including the Coast Guard and numerous volunteers in boats and on land.

Thank you to Robinson's for letting us have a rest stop on their dock and for sponsoring. Thank you also to Tidal Transit of Boothbay Harbor, who will give you a great deal on kayak rental, delivered the night before the start. Thank you to Merry Auld Tea Market for donating healthy and refreshing beverages and thank you Southport General Store for donating again a delicious sandwich for the LAST place finisher(s)! Any questions, please call Abby at the Y -- 207-633-2855. Hope to see you Saturday. Let's go ROW!

Abby Jones

Rowgatta Coordinator

and BRYMCA Healthy Living Coordinator