Thursday, November 11, 2010

Beware of Dragons On Virginia Key This Weekend








The Miami Hong Kong Dragon Boat Festival takes place this weekend  in the Miami Marine Stadium basin.  Colorful 40-foot-long boats carrying 20 paddlers each will race down a 250-meter and 500-meter waterway as part of the team sport that has its roots in Ancient China. 

The public is invited at no charge to watch the races 10 a.m.,  to 5 p.m. on Saturday, Nov. 13 next to the Miami Marine Stadium, 3601 Rickenbacker Causeway, on Virginia Key. Look for the fluttering flags posted on the chain-linked fence surrounding the closed stadium. 

Eco-challenge: Save money on parking fees and bike or walk over the Rickenbacker Causeway. The money you save can be used at Jimbo's!






Dragon boat racing, is one of the fastest growing water sports in the U.S., attracting millions of participants worldwide, according to enthusiasts who also herald its uncanny ability for team-building.

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2 comments:

  1. AnonymousNovember 14, 2010 at 11:27 AM

    Do you know if the trail along the north side of the basin is walkable??? Is it off limits???

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  2. VK observerNovember 14, 2010 at 11:29 AM

    It IS walkable and is not off-limits. It's under Australian Pines but has great view of the Bill Sadowski Critical Wildlife Area mangrove islands and North Point shoreline.

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