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CLARKSVILLE, Tenn. – Registration for the 7th Annual Riverfest Regatta is underway and students have been given an incentive to enter from U.S. Bank, which sponsors the event.
The bank will pay the registration fee for any school entry. Students can enter as a group (up to 8 students per entry) or as an individual.
Participants will construct homemade boats from cardboard, plastic bottles, and other approved materials to race down the Cumberland Saturday, Sep. 7.
“I never would have believed boats made of cardboard would float while holding a crew of grown adults had I not witnessed the Riverfest Regatta in previous years,” said Joyce Norris, US Bank Vice President. “US Bank is proud to sponsor the Regatta for the enjoyment of all ages- it’s a great deal of fun!”
Trophies will be awarded to 1st, 2nd, and 3rd place teams in each division, which include Adult Open, Business and Industry, Church/Civic, and City Department.
Prior to the race, boats will also be judged for the following awards:
• Titanic Award – best sinking of a boat
• Ship Shape Award – best boat design
• Cardboard Queen Award – prettiest boat
• Team Attire Award – most creative costumes
• Team Unity Award – most spirited and organized team
More information can be found at the Riverfest website.