Kylie Wilson (11), of Alexandra, makes her way down the
Manuherikia River in her biodegradable vessel, Platypus,
during the 2009 Thyme Festival's Cardboard Boat Race last
night. Photo by Peter McIntosh.
About 50 people of all ages were involved in the
inaugural 2009 Thyme Festival's Cardboard Boat Race, which was
entered by 13 teams in Alexandra.
• Thyme Festival's Cardboard Boat Race
In keeping with the festival's theme of cherishing the
environment, boats had to be made entirely of cardboard,
paint, and tape.
The race started under the rail bridge on Little Valley Rd,
and finished at the Shaky Bridge, 500m downstream.
After the 5.30pm race briefing, participants were sent down
the course at intervals before gathering for a prizegiving
about 6.45pm.
All wore life jackets despite the shallow water, and kayakers
were on hand to help in case entrants struck difficulties.
Each boat's $20 entry fee went to Central Otago's whitewater
club.
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