Team name: River Spirit
Founded: 2003
Team type/Race division: Women’s recreational
Practice times: Tuesday 5:30 pm, Thursdays 5:30pm (prior to festivals) and Saturdays 8:30 am
About the team: Since its inception in May of 2003, River Spirit has grown considerably; welcoming Breast Cancer Survivors and Associates. Our team is well known all over the Island for its camaraderie and team spirit. All its members are active in the community and support one another through life’s changes.
Coach: Nick Hindle
Festivals attended: Race the River, Nanaimo Dragon Boat Festival, Port Alberni Dragon Boat Festival, Victoria Dragon Boat Festival, and Penticton Dragon Boat Festival
Contact information: Captain Maureen Schmuland – lschmula@shaw.ca and Manager Carleen Palo – bcpalo@telus.net
Sponsors: Inez Ridley, Tyee Club, Freshwater Marina, Indoor Storage Solutions, and Ocean Pacific
Recruiting?: TBD
