by Robusters Team | Sep 13, 2023 | Uncategorized
The Kootenay Robusters Dragon Boat team have had a challenging summer of paddling. Despite efforts to recruit new team members, the practices never had the full complement of 20 paddlers and sometimes as few as ten women headed out on the water to train. However no...
by Robusters | Jul 6, 2023 | Uncategorized
On a perfect July afternoon, people of all ages lined up to try out the sport of Dragon Boating at Christina Lake’s Homecoming Summerfest. The Kootenay Robusters provided paddles, PFD’s and some power so that members of the public could see what it takes...
by Robusters | May 11, 2023 | Uncategorized
Get ready to hit the water! Our dragon boat rowing season is back and the weather is perfect for it! With warm temperatures and sunny skies ahead, there’s never been a better time to get out and paddle your way to victory. Join us for an incredible season of...
by Robusters | May 21, 2022 | Uncategorized
On Saturday, May 21, the Kootenay Robusters woke up their dragon boat and lifted it out of its winter nest of tires onto a new dolly, designed and constructed by longtime supporter John Tourcotte. Rolling it to the water’s edge wasn’t difficult, since the lake had...
by Robusters | Apr 11, 2022 | Uncategorized
Despite snow on the mountains around Christina Lake, work on the dragon boat den is proceeding with the site preparation and footings completed. Next step will be to pour the stem walls – as soon as the weather gods allow. After that, we’ll wait for...
