We’re gathering on Saturday, May 27, 2023, to awaken the dragon and officially kick off the Annapolis Dragon Boat Club’s 2023 season.

10:00 a.m. – 10:05 a.m. ET
Welcome
Joni Krafft, Chairwoman, Annapolis Dragon Boat Foundation

10:05 a.m. – 10:15 a.m. ET
Breast cancer and dragon boating
Barbara Van de Castle, DNP, OCN Emeritus, RN-BC

10:15 a.m. – 10:20 a.m. ET
Remarks
Senator Sarah Elfreth

10:20 a.m. – 10:25 a.m. ET
Remarks
Annapolis Mayor Gavin Buckley

10:25 a.m. – 10:40 a.m. ET
Paint the dragon’s eyes
Mayor Buckley, Mike Ashford, Senator Elfreth, and Chris McCleary

10:40 – 10:55 a.m. ET
Paddle to the end of the dock
Drummers: Mayor Buckley and Senator Elfreth

10:55 a.m. – 11:05 a.m. ET
In memoriam
Peter Van De Castle, Head Coach

Pink carnation ceremony
Pat Holle, Member, Annapolis Dragon Boat Club

11:05 a.m. – 11:20 a.m. ET
Short paddle to Ego Alley

11:20 a.m. – 12:00 p.m. ET
Refreshments

Thank you, Chris McCleary and Pier Four Marina, for providing the refreshments.