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RVR E-News
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January 2010

 

 

In this issue:

  • Benefit Breakfast: Just three weeks left to get your ticket
  • From the Coach's Launch: Photos from the start of spring!
  • Thanks for your support: Recognizing those people who have helped us start the year off strong
 

You're Invited! 

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You've probably heard by now about the Rainier Valley Rowing Benefit Breakfast on Friday, February 26. If you haven't yet RSVPed to your table captain, please make sure to do so soon!

Don't have a table captain? Don't worry! There is a seat waiting for you at the event - just e-mail carla@rainiervalleyrowing.org or buy your ticket on our website today!

The program lineup includes:

Dr. Jim Antony, University of Washington Associate Professor of Educational Leadership & Policy Studies. Dr. Antony will be speaking about youth development through sports and the importance of sports in teaching lessons and values that transfer to all areas of life.

Dr. Jabali Stewart, Lakeside School LEEP Coordinator. Dr. Stewart will be talking about the essential part rowing plays in teaching teamwork at LEEP as well as his own experiences in the sport.

Karla Landis, RVR Program Director. Karla will reflect on the significance of RVR in our community.

RVR athletes speaking about why they love rowing and the difference it makes in their lives!

Don't miss this great event - get your tickets now! 

Interested in being more involved in the event? We are still looking for a few volunteers to help with set-up, registration, and other jobs. E-mail carla@rainiervalleyrowing.org if you can help!

 

 

 

  

  From the Coach's Launch... 

 

  Spring Rowing!

 

An unseasonably warm January and a little sun peering out made for a promising start to the 2010 Spring Rowing Season at Mt. Baker Rowing and Sailing Center. The team was on land the first day but everyone is ready to get back on the water!

 

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Athletes wrapping up a set of push-ups - winter conditioning paid off!

 

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Coach Karla Landis leading a review of the parts of the rowing stroke.

 

Almost all of the RVR athletes are back for spring rowing and we've added an additional new RVR face since then! More information on regattas and other spring events coming soon.... 
 
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 Thank you!
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Thanks to members of the Pocock Rowing Center, Green Lake Crew, and Mt Baker Crew who donated clothing to help keep RVR rowers warm and dry as they brave the season. We appreciate it!

 

 

 

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Rainier Valley Rowing is a partnership program of the Mt. Baker Boating Advisory Council, the George Pocock Rowing Foundation, and the Seattle Department of Parks and Recreation.

Rainier Valley Rowing, 3320 Fuhrman Ave East, Seattle, WA 98102 

Questions? Call (206)434-9971

Or visit us NOW at: www.RainierValleyRowing.org



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