Cardboard Boat Race
The Annual Cardboard Boat Race has become a favorite tradition for families
of the JCC. Members race their boats in various categories across the
JCC pool, competing for prizes such as “Best Representation of Boat
Race Theme” and “Best Sinking." With over thirty
boats entered in recent years, this event gives members a chance to show
their creativity and craftsmanship using only cardboard and duct tape.
8th Annual JCC Cardboard Boat Race
Theme: "The Spirit of New Orleans"
Sunday, June 24
4:00 - 6:00 PM
Uptown JCC
Poolside Party | Great Music | Kosher BBQ for Sale | Free Admission
Rules
- Open to JCC Members only.
- Cardboard and duct tape are the only materials allowed!
- No paint allowed.
- Duct tape can be bought in different colors. (Hint: Plan on using a lot of duct tape, depending on boat size. Tape at least up to water line. The more tape the better)!
- At least 50% of the boat MUST be covered with duct tape.
- All boats must have 4 sides and participants must sit inside boat.
- Oars/Paddles may be used but have to be made of cardboard and duct tape.
(Hint: Hand paddles work better than paddles with long necks). - Boats should be no wider than 4 feet. No stipulation in length.
- Boats must carry at least one person across 1 length of the pool.
- Name of the boat must be written in large letters on the boat in either indelible ink or duct tape.
