THE VICTOR SIMONSON dragon boat races

THE VICTOR SIMONSON dragon boat races

Dragon boat races on Aug. 3

Part of Comox Nautical Days, Victor Simonson races start at 9 a.m. Sunday

The annual Victor Simonson Dragon Boat Races go Sunday, Aug. 3 as part of Comox Nautical Days.

Come cheer the teams on. Bring a chair, a hat, slap on some sunscreen and bring your family out to the pier at Comox Marina to watch this fun annual dragon boat event.

Starting at 9 a.m. the dragon boat races encourage team work, fun, sweat and how to get the ideal tan.

We have teams from all over the Island coming this year, and if you’re interested in joining a team, or just have questions, look for the information tent with the Comox Recreation banner.

– Comox Recreation

 

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