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Title: Whistler Post by: Special K on June 25, 2008, 09:01:31 AM Who's in for Whister???
Fun in the sun at a whopping 31 degrees projected for this weekend!!! Title: Re: Whistler Post by: BernMan on June 25, 2008, 09:16:12 AM I wish I was! :(
Oh well good luck to all teams participating in the inaugural Whistler Festival this coming weekend! Title: Re: Whistler Post by: Lethal Weapon on June 25, 2008, 04:03:07 PM A combo Sudden Impact Black, Swordfish and Elephant Castle Booze cruise will be Forming a team.
Sudden Black Fish Booze? Impacted Fish Cruisers? What ever I hope the rate is not too high..... See u all in Beautiful Whistler! Title: Re: Whistler Post by: Special K on June 26, 2008, 10:01:50 AM Anyone know of a race grid yet?
Also I know some of the Pemberton teams will be there. Title: Re: Whistler Post by: mandachan on June 26, 2008, 11:50:58 AM Boozy-sudden-sword-elephant-impact-fish-cruise!
Title: Re: Whistler Post by: mustbecrazy on June 26, 2008, 12:15:46 PM The Impact of Boozin' Black Elephant Fish :lol: I'm sure there's a Master's thesis in this somewhere!
Title: Re: Whistler Post by: cookie on June 26, 2008, 02:13:55 PM For the first time VOS (Vancouver Ocean Sport/Pogue Sports) will be entered in a dragonboat festival....Whistler! It will be interesting considering majority of us are outrigger paddlers. We're there for a lot of fun in the sun and on the water! :lol:
Title: Re: Whistler Post by: Aquaman on June 26, 2008, 02:23:13 PM The VOS/Pogue Outrigger guys seemed to have no problem adapting to the Dragon Boats at Alcan (and where is Bob, anyway?)
:lol: Title: Re: Whistler Post by: cookie on June 26, 2008, 02:36:30 PM Us VOS guys and gals are pretty adaptable! :wink:
Hmmmmm! :think: Title: Anyone know Post by: selltile on June 28, 2008, 06:51:57 AM where the race grid is posted online?
Title: Re: Whistler Post by: NFW on June 28, 2008, 10:46:12 AM I'm rooting for Without Warning but Good luck to all teams participating in the Whistler Festival! :D
Title: Re: Whistler Post by: DBWTim on June 29, 2008, 07:31:52 PM Unofficial Results:
Division A Championship 1:54.590 - Edgewater Casino Without Warning 1:57.000 - Vancouver Ocean Sports 2:02.300 - Blu By U Caffeinated By Starbucks 2:03.650 - Team BS *1:55.750 - Pemberton Baldies DNS - Laoyam Eagles Division B Championship 2:05.850 - TD Lightning 2:07.750 - Bastion Dragons 2:11.930 - Mana Wahine Division C Championship 2:15.840 - Myriad Mavericks 2:19.360 - Deep Cove Perfect Catch 2:21.700 - Deep Cove Catch 22 Division C Consolation 2:14.820 - Fort Langley SOAR 2:22.200 - Kindred Spirit 2:23.740 - Canadian Construction Women Title: Re: Whistler Post by: mo on June 29, 2008, 09:40:12 PM A big big thank you to Mr. Bus Driver (from Dogwood Nothin Dragon?) for escorting us paddlers safely to and from the site in such hot weather!
Title: Re: Whistler Post by: Special K on June 29, 2008, 09:51:36 PM Just an FYI on the ** by Pemberton's time. Originally on Saturday Pemberton was able to field two teams, Eagles (jr) and Baldies (Sr.). Due to several factors Pemberton were not able to fill the two teams on Sunday (they ran short for their first heats) and it was requested if they could combine the two to form a full boat. This was approved by officials and the other 'A' final teams but since the original roster changed they were not allowed to race for placement.
Now on to the festival it was sweeeettt!!! Too bad for those who chose not to attend. Beautiful venue, clean water, amazing weather and not only was there a beer garden but the racer's village was licensed as well :Cheers:!!! Water's Edge and all parties involved once again put on an amazing show. Looking forward to next year. Title: Re: Whistler Post by: Swordfish on June 29, 2008, 10:00:28 PM Great venue, great racing, super hot weather, lots of fun all around. See y'all there again next year!
Title: Re: Whistler Post by: denistran on June 30, 2008, 10:46:47 AM Not to mention good music.
First day was more like dance collection, second day was sentimental collection. Nice splashing and obstacle course! Title: Re: Whistler Post by: dogpaddle on June 30, 2008, 10:50:13 AM We had a great time up in Whistler! :D Awesome weather, gorgeous lake, and well organized! For those of you who missed it, you need to consider going next year!
Edgewater's Casino Without Warning won the day but I think they lost in the water fights!! Just as they dried off, they got wet again! :lol: Thanks for being such good sports! Congratulations to the Mana Wahine's too! After they won the women's race, they hauled a wakeboarder around the lake and still raced in the Comp B finals! Thank you to Water's Edge for all the hard work that they put into organizing the festival and beer garden! :Cheers: Also, to the volunteers! They were friendly and helpful despite standing all day in 31 degree weather. :shock: We'll definitely be back next year! Last but not least, I would like to thank Starbuck's Waverunners and Kerry for their hospitality this weekend! They brought us up tents, jerseys, food, water, and iced coffee! We really enjoyed racing with you this weekend and hope to do it again! Next year we're going to crash your dinner party! :wink: Title: Re: Whistler Post by: angrygirl on June 30, 2008, 11:19:32 AM It was soooo hot up there, I didn't mind getting soaked msn(h)
Then again it was hard not to when we were somehow 'set up' to be the middle boat/lane for the obstacle race and then told stay in the boat as the other 2 docked beside us. msn(;)) Once again, great venue, great weather and well organized. Thanks Water's Edge! Title: Re: Whistler Post by: denistran on June 30, 2008, 11:26:45 AM Haha, stay in your boats after you dock, classic. :lol:
Title: Re: Whistler Post by: dogpaddle on June 30, 2008, 11:34:12 AM Quote Then again it was hard not to when we were somehow 'set up' to be the middle boat/lane for the obstacle race and then told stay in the boat as the other 2 docked beside us. Hhmmm....you're not the poor girl who was trying to pass us the cards, were you? Our lead stroke finally had to stand up at the front of the boat and tell us to grab the cards. I thought he was going to fall in. Sorry, we got a little carried away.... :lol: I heard someone yell "CHARGE!".... By the way....it was all the paddlers from the STARBUCK'S WAVERUNNER team that had the water buckets and jumped out of the boat!!! Blu By U had nothing to do with it!! :lol: Title: Re: Whistler Post by: mustbecrazy on June 30, 2008, 11:48:58 AM I'd echo all the ringing endorsements about Waters Edge, the volunteers the venue, etc. It was just the best event and to be in Whistler on the hottest weekend ever was soooooo cool!
I want to thank Bonnie and Ben for organizing the BS team. Sudden Impact jumped in with E&C and Swordfish and the group was great....truly wonderful people and good times! S.I. members were seen on other crews too: Mana Wahine, CCW and Deep Cove. I love events like this that allow all paddlers to increase their circle of dragon boat friends and just have fun together. It seems like all things came together to make this a truly memorable weekend! Thanks to everyone who came out and played and to all those who made that possible! Title: Re: Whistler Post by: Special K on June 30, 2008, 12:15:37 PM Anyone have videos or pics of the water skier challenge?
Title: Re: Whistler Post by: angrygirl on June 30, 2008, 12:56:37 PM Hhmmm....you're not the poor girl who was trying to pass us the cards, were you? Our lead stroke finally had to stand up at the front of the boat and tell us to grab the cards. I thought he was going to fall in. Sorry, we got a little carried away.... I heard someone yell "CHARGE!"....
No, I was the drummer for Edgwater. It was a bit chaotic out there. All we heard was "CHARGE!, GET 'EM, and Get the buckets!". One of our paddlers was wondering why we only got 1 small bucket and everyone else had 2 or 3 larger ones...I guess we just didn't clue in. :doh: It was fun all around. I should have some pics uploaded soon. Title: Re: Whistler Post by: Lethal Weapon on June 30, 2008, 01:28:43 PM Hey gang!
I have only one word for whistler.....HAWT!!!! and also another class DB festival brought to u by Water's Edge! Had the pleasure of paddling with our SI friends and introducing the teams I coach to what it takes to be a top 10 Alcan team.....I guess we are destined for a bit longer at Rec! The venue was awesome and the races and events went off with out a hitch. There was some good racing and interesting challenges in the Obstacle course. It was the Standard Waters Edge Festival. Kim being toooooooooooo polite at the starting line, The courteous Race marshalls and of Course Puppy being abused by paddlers (nice Choke hold DiggerPig...!) Plus the nice volunteers and good "birding at the beach" :shock: Here are some pics I took (I am seriously reevaluating lugging that beast around in the heat but someone has to do it!) Enjoy! Without Waring won the draw for the Photographers package so I got 300+ pic coming there way! C ya at Harrison! (http://i17.photobucket.com/albums/b79/Lethal_Weapon/Whistler/IMG_1669Large.jpg) Well,, if the Navy isn't around we have to find substitutes! (http://i17.photobucket.com/albums/b79/Lethal_Weapon/Whistler/KV7D0239Large.jpg) Race Action on ALta Lake (http://i17.photobucket.com/albums/b79/Lethal_Weapon/Whistler/whistler130Large.jpg) Acting Mayor dotting the Dragon eye (too hot for robed Taoist monks I guess...) (http://i17.photobucket.com/albums/b79/Lethal_Weapon/Whistler/KV7D0312Large.jpg) Hot action in the 5 turn 1000 meter race (they turned at the 200 meter mark!) (http://i17.photobucket.com/albums/b79/Lethal_Weapon/Whistler/KV7D0303Large.jpg) This seemed to be the norm for the day....and the winner is..... (http://i17.photobucket.com/albums/b79/Lethal_Weapon/Whistler/KV7D0304Large.jpg) Jackie! Courtesy of Puppy (who got his earlier!) (http://i17.photobucket.com/albums/b79/Lethal_Weapon/Whistler/KV7D0215Large.jpg) Like a bad western...The Good (http://i17.photobucket.com/albums/b79/Lethal_Weapon/Whistler/KV7D0214Large.jpg) The Bad..... (http://i17.photobucket.com/albums/b79/Lethal_Weapon/Whistler/KV7D0217Large.jpg) and the Ian....LOL Title: Re: Whistler Post by: Lethal Weapon on June 30, 2008, 01:36:29 PM (http://i17.photobucket.com/albums/b79/Lethal_Weapon/Whistler/KV7D0139Large.jpg)
WTF..... (http://i17.photobucket.com/albums/b79/Lethal_Weapon/Whistler/KV7D0121Large.jpg) Ohhhh, This brings to perspective how amazing the Eye of the Dragon is, Community cup challenge shots! (http://i17.photobucket.com/albums/b79/Lethal_Weapon/Whistler/KV7D0053Large.jpg) All the teams that participated...mental note to self, Make sure Puppy does not line up crowd with Sun at their back.... (http://i17.photobucket.com/albums/b79/Lethal_Weapon/Whistler/KV7D0041Large.jpg) Cute dragon (http://i17.photobucket.com/albums/b79/Lethal_Weapon/Whistler/IMG_1738Large.jpg) Puppy abuse, Gang tackled by Team BS (http://i17.photobucket.com/albums/b79/Lethal_Weapon/Whistler/IMG_1739Large.jpg) Digger Pig applying the "U ain't going anywhere but Solitary" hold on a hapless Puppy (http://i17.photobucket.com/albums/b79/Lethal_Weapon/Whistler/IMG_1743Large.jpg) the last mile....... (http://i17.photobucket.com/albums/b79/Lethal_Weapon/Whistler/IMG_1744Large.jpg) Before......the uncermonious toss (http://i17.photobucket.com/albums/b79/Lethal_Weapon/Whistler/IMG_1745Large.jpg) Job well done ! (http://i17.photobucket.com/albums/b79/Lethal_Weapon/Whistler/IMG_1750Large.jpg) Someone smell wet dog?..Notice Kerry looks different? Title: Re: Whistler Post by: Lethal Weapon on June 30, 2008, 01:44:07 PM (http://i17.photobucket.com/albums/b79/Lethal_Weapon/Whistler/KV7D0093Large.jpg)
Top dogs of the Day, Without Warning (http://i17.photobucket.com/albums/b79/Lethal_Weapon/Whistler/KV7D0094Large.jpg) Some came to race hard! Pemberton Baldies and Eagles (http://i17.photobucket.com/albums/b79/Lethal_Weapon/Whistler/IMG_1709Large.jpg) Water's edge buk wash? (http://i17.photobucket.com/albums/b79/Lethal_Weapon/Whistler/IMG_1722Large.jpg) Free Paddler wash with every Buk (http://i17.photobucket.com/albums/b79/Lethal_Weapon/Whistler/IMG_1688Large.jpg) Lining up for the obstacle course (http://i17.photobucket.com/albums/b79/Lethal_Weapon/Whistler/IMG_1649Large.jpg) Dot that eye Mr Mayor! (http://i17.photobucket.com/albums/b79/Lethal_Weapon/Whistler/IMG_1625Large.jpg) this was BEFORE the beer garden opened... (http://i17.photobucket.com/albums/b79/Lethal_Weapon/Whistler/IMG_1659Large.jpg) Whistler Brewery was serving up the Bevies in the 30 degree heat Title: Re: Whistler Post by: Lethal Weapon on June 30, 2008, 01:54:28 PM (http://i17.photobucket.com/albums/b79/Lethal_Weapon/Whistler/KV7D0111Large.jpg)
Action on the water and a nice beach waiting for u at the finish. (http://i17.photobucket.com/albums/b79/Lethal_Weapon/Whistler/KV7D0566Large.jpg) Nice to see a steers doing some exercise, Sprint to the finish in the Obstacle course (http://i17.photobucket.com/albums/b79/Lethal_Weapon/Whistler/KV7D0342Large.jpg) What Mana Wahine says.... (http://i17.photobucket.com/albums/b79/Lethal_Weapon/Whistler/KV7D0297Large.jpg) Ms Congenialty goes to.... (http://i17.photobucket.com/albums/b79/Lethal_Weapon/Whistler/KV7D0539Large.jpg) Even the Drummers got the run around in the obstacle (http://i17.photobucket.com/albums/b79/Lethal_Weapon/Whistler/KV7D0264Large.jpg) Team BS , Sponsored and fueled by Whistler Export Ale, with Anti Alien brain scanning devices on (http://i17.photobucket.com/albums/b79/Lethal_Weapon/Whistler/KV7D0275Large.jpg) hmmmm. maybe too well fueled. (http://i17.photobucket.com/albums/b79/Lethal_Weapon/Whistler/KV7D03405Large.jpg) You weren't even safe getting your award at this festival Title: Re: Whistler Post by: Lethal Weapon on June 30, 2008, 02:09:11 PM (http://i17.photobucket.com/albums/b79/Lethal_Weapon/Whistler/KV7D0171Large.jpg)
Give'r (http://i17.photobucket.com/albums/b79/Lethal_Weapon/WhistlerBS/KV7D0620Large.jpg) What it feels like to sort playing cards during a water fight... (http://i17.photobucket.com/albums/b79/Lethal_Weapon/WhistlerBS/KV7D0605Large.jpg) Bionic Woman.... (http://i17.photobucket.com/albums/b79/Lethal_Weapon/WhistlerBS/IMG_1716LargeLarge.jpg) Yep, they lost that water fight (http://i17.photobucket.com/albums/b79/Lethal_Weapon/Whistler/KV7D0667Large.jpg) Mana Wahine pulling a wakeboarder (http://i17.photobucket.com/albums/b79/Lethal_Weapon/Whistler/KV7D0201Large.jpg) Finish call? I have lots more but lets see some other shots! Title: Re: Whistler Post by: DiggerPig on June 30, 2008, 04:47:28 PM Hey Lethal Weapon ... who ever filled in for you during that last race did a great job of taking pictures ... I hope :shock:
Overall it was a great weekend - Water's Edge is the best! The location was great, the venue was great, but the scenery was fantastic ... an the Mountain was nice too ... :twisted: Any time you can go to an event and toss Kerry into the water is awesome. I hope you bring a change of cloths for Harrison Kerry. SI Black, SI Blue, and hopefully SI Liquid Silver will be out in full force. Thanks to Ben, Bonnie, Swordfish, and E&C Booze Cruise for the fun weekend. I know Mike wanted to break me and it came close but now it's back to work for Harrison, Vernon, Victoria, and Kelowna. Final thoughts ... never have Mike (E&C) steer for a 1000 m race unless your only planning to do half a race :P Title: Re: Whistler Post by: Lethal Weapon on June 30, 2008, 05:19:00 PM Quote Final thoughts ... never have Mike (E&C) steer for a 1000 m race unless your only planning to do half a race I think Mike is more "Guts" than Glory..... :lol:Quote who ever filled in for you during that last race did a great job of taking pictures Lets just say I am still processing them and suggesting that they stay off caffeinnated beverages and Red bull next time! :lol: We'll give that guy another try in Harrison! Title: Re: Whistler Post by: CCW on June 30, 2008, 11:34:15 PM Canadian Construction Women would like to thank Water's Edge and all volunteers who gave up their time to put on an absolutely wonderful festival! You know when a festival is being run by Water's Edge, it will run smoothly, rest assured! Thanks to Jackie for putting together a great obstacle course. That was our first, and hopefully not our last. What a way to break up the events and especially with the heat, it was a great way to cool down all paddlers. Thanks again to Kerry, for ensuring everything ran smoothly, and keeping us all smiling. I won't repeat everything that's already been said, but a great weekend had by all! Like Kim said... First Annual Whistler Dragonboat Festival. We will be back! :dance: :dance: Thanks for posting all the pictures! They're great!
Title: Re: Whistler Post by: superduper on July 02, 2008, 12:54:33 PM Well organized, on schedule, and great location for racing. Here are some photos I took over the weekend.
(http://i279.photobucket.com/albums/kk121/moturismo/2008%20Whistler/IMG_1623_small.jpg) (http://i279.photobucket.com/albums/kk121/moturismo/2008%20Whistler/IMG_1626_small.jpg) (http://i279.photobucket.com/albums/kk121/moturismo/2008%20Whistler/IMG_1636_small.jpg) (http://i279.photobucket.com/albums/kk121/moturismo/2008%20Whistler/IMG_1637_small.jpg) (http://i279.photobucket.com/albums/kk121/moturismo/2008%20Whistler/IMG_1645_small.jpg) (http://i279.photobucket.com/albums/kk121/moturismo/2008%20Whistler/IMG_1655_small.jpg) (http://i279.photobucket.com/albums/kk121/moturismo/2008%20Whistler/IMG_1672_small.jpg) Title: Re: Whistler Post by: superduper on July 02, 2008, 10:16:21 PM Last few photos.
(http://i279.photobucket.com/albums/kk121/moturismo/2008%20Whistler/IMG_1640_small.jpg) (http://i279.photobucket.com/albums/kk121/moturismo/2008%20Whistler/IMG_1662_small.jpg) (http://i279.photobucket.com/albums/kk121/moturismo/2008%20Whistler/IMG_1682_small.jpg) (http://i279.photobucket.com/albums/kk121/moturismo/2008%20Whistler/IMG_1715_small.jpg) (http://i279.photobucket.com/albums/kk121/moturismo/2008%20Whistler/IMG_1717_small.jpg) Title: Re: Whistler Post by: DCPC on July 02, 2008, 10:22:18 PM All the Deep Cove gals, Perfect Catch, Insink and Catch 22 all say " Great regatta, boatloads of fun and how soon can we register for next year!!! Loved the varied distances and thanks for the chance to get a taste of (and for) Guts and Glory.
Title: More Whistler Pics Post by: mo on July 03, 2008, 12:09:56 AM (http://photos-515.ll.facebook.com/photos-ll-snc1/v272/211/100/333200515/n333200515_374185_2923.jpg)
A poor puppy pleading for mercy from diggerpig's deathly chokehold. (http://photos-g.ak.facebook.com/photos-ak-snc1/v271/242/7/585541182/n585541182_1432998_8445.jpg) The twinkle in the eye adds a nice touch. (http://photos-h.ak.facebook.com/photos-ak-snc1/v271/242/7/585541182/n585541182_1432999_8786.jpg) (http://photos-a.ak.facebook.com/photos-ak-snc1/v271/242/7/585541182/n585541182_1433000_9071.jpg) The boys threw him in like a rag doll. (http://photos-b.ak.facebook.com/photos-ak-snc1/v271/242/7/585541182/n585541182_1433001_9379.jpg) Puppy, you were such a good sport! :clap: Thanks, E&C for inviting us Fishies for a weekend of (sorry the links didn't work this morning so it's fixed now, hopefully) Title: Re: Whistler Post by: krazykid on July 03, 2008, 04:28:27 PM Hey i want to thank Every one for my chance to race at whistler, it was so much fun to go to that event and meet new people, as well as just going to have fun, you dont get too many of those! thanks to waters edge, as well as every one i raced with on team B.S. I really enjoyed all the photos taken, i should go and buy a camera for the next events
Title: Re: Whistler Post by: paddleBOT on July 04, 2008, 11:59:40 PM Official results
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