Paddle with Breast Cancer Survivors

Aug 3, 2024, 9:30 AM to 12:01 PM

Hello Neighbors! Are you a cancer survior recovering from treatment or presently undergoing treatments, Or may be it's been years since your diagnonsis and treatment and you are looking for an activity that will help you on your wellness journey. The come paddle with our team of breast cancer survivors in Dragonheart Vermont.

Experience the thrill of dragon boat paddling, the 2nd fastest growing water sport in the world (and it's going to be demo'ed in the Olympics this summer). Feel the physical benefits, enjoy the camraderie, and learn how this ancient sport became a recommended path for breast cancer patients. All abilities are welcome but you must register in advance by July 27 aty https://forms.office.com/r/HYcAzyrk6m. All paddling and safety equipment provided. Where clothes and shoes that can get wet. Bring water.

I hope to see you there. Look for the "Roving Reporter" — that's me.

An if you can, please come back on Aug 4 for the Lake Champlain Dragon Boat Festival and Flower Ceremony remembering those that have passed from breast cancer. Proceeds from the Festival benefit the Osher Integrative Therapies Center at UVMMC and the breast cancer survivor activities of DHVT. And it's a wonderful day of joy.

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