frequently asked questions about the event
How many people do I need to register a team?
To paddle in the Dragon Boat Races, you need 20 people paddling; we will provide the steer’s person, and the drummer. Generally we tell teams to have between 21 and 27 people per team as there are some people that do not like paddling all the races as it can be very tiring for some people.
How can I register a team?
You can get a registration form here, or you can email us and we will be having a registration/ info night coming up that you can attend and ask all of your questions. Contact us at lakeviewbeats@gmail.com.
How many practices before the race?
We provide one practice usually one-two weeks before the event however there are two breast cancer teams that will do practices, they charge $ 100 per hour to use their boat for a practice and the money goes to them for their fundraising needs.
If my team cannot raise the $250 per person, what can I do?
We have many fundraising programs going on and get more and more information everyday from teams that have had success with fundraising. If you register on our team portal you can talk to teams about great fundraising ideas and search info. We have never had a problem with teams not reaching that goal, the most a team has raised is $30,000. We are here to help teams with fundraising efforts.
What does the registration fee cover?
It is the entry fee that goes towards the cost of the boats, race course, paddles, referees and administration.
I have already registered and didn't get the registration package?
This package includes the Captains manual, and fundraising tracking sheets. You can login to our team portal and find all the forms and registration package in pdf format to easily print off.
What equipment is provided for the races?
We provide the boats-paddles-life jackets-timing-steer people.
Are T-shirts provided or are we responsible for our own?
T-shirts are not provided, but teams have been able to get shirts sponsored by organizations in support.
Is there an office I can go to and get more info about the event?
The Dragon Boat Headquarters is located at 975 Lesperance Road in Tecumseh, next to the fire hall.
Where is the event located?
On Riverside Drive at the foot of Manning Road in Tecumseh Ontario.
Where can I drop off my registration fee?
Our office is located at 975 Lesperance Road in Tecumseh, in between the Fire Hall and the Police Station.
How can my company become a sponsor at the event?
There are many different sponsorship and advertising opportunities available.
What is the Dragon View Gardens?
Dragon view gardens is a wonderful memorial garden that will be a place to come and reflect their thoughts of the people who have been affected by cancer and be remembered by their loved ones. The garden will be on the same site as the event and overlook Lake St. Clair. There is currently a 30 foot granite dragon that is a symbol of strength-courage-peacefulness that will be an extension of the gardens. The garden will be the talk of Ontario consisting of Roses-special flowers and trees and a 90 circle of life wall where you can be a sponsor and allow you to be a part of the Tecumseh Waterfront Park for the next 99 years. You will never regret the opportunity of being a part of the Dragon View Gardens.
What is Lakeview Eats n' Beats?
We wanted to provide night entertainment for the community and the paddlers of the event. This year we have a special themed gala event with great food and beverage with some great entertainment on Friday night. On the Saturday night there will be a music concert with some great Canadian Entertainment as well as a variety of food vendors.