Robusters Celebrate Christina Lake Homecoming

Robusters Celebrate Christina Lake Homecoming

On Saturday, July 13, the Kootenay Robusters Dragon Boat team invited everyone attending the Christina Lake Homecoming event to go for a paddle in their 20 person boat.  Most of the guests had never been in a dragon boat before, but quickly caught on and joined in the...
Dragons Den Grand Opening

Dragons Den Grand Opening

On Saturday, June 23, the Robusters invited family, friends, former team mates, supporters and donors to the grand opening of their new boathouse.  After years of dealing with various government ministries, considering building designs, applying for grants from local...

It Didn’t Rain on Our Parade

The morning of June 1, 2024 looked threatening but the rain held off until the Castlegar Sunfest Parade was finished.  It seemed like half the town was in the parade and the other half lined the streets to watch and collect handfuls of candy. A great time was had by...
The Kootenay Robusters are Back

The Kootenay Robusters are Back

Paddles Up! The Kootenay Robusters Dragon Boat team launched the boat for the first time this paddling season on May 26 into the still chilly waters of Christina Lake. The team, which includes members from the Boundary, Trail, Castlegar and Rossland areas, is still...
Generous Support from Steller Vista

Generous Support from Steller Vista

Members of the Kootenay Robusters were thrilled to receive a grant from the Steller Vista Credit Union recently.  The money will be used to complete the siding on the new dragon boat shed at the south end of Christina Lake.  The structure is almost complete and will...