Now going into their 24th year, the Stratford Women's team is one of the longest existing all-female dragon boat team in North America. While usually racing against mixed teams, the crew can hold their own against the mostly bigger and stronger crews The team is looking forward to the 2019 season. The team is currently in their off-season dryland training and will be back on the river in April 9. They are always looking to take on new paddlers throughout the season. Interested paddlers need to commit to a two to three day per week practice schedule. Although some of the expenses are covered through fund-raising and sponsorship, paddlers individually have team fees and other expenses. Anyone interested should contact coach Ken Gene kgene@rogers.com or contact Ruth rthlacey@gmail.com

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