The Cardboard Canoe Race is an annual event put on by K4L and ASCE (American Society of Civil Engineers) every fall. In the weeks preceding the event, competitors construct canoes out of three simple materials: cardboard, trash bags, and duct tape. On race day, they brave the turbulent waters of the infamous Seminary Pond. The judges award prizes for the fastest time, the largest number of people in a vessel, and the most stylish design. Spectators are welcome. Anchors away!
Date, Time, and Location
Friday, October 19
Seminary Pond
4:00PM Boat Check In
4:30PM Sail on!
Prizes
Most Number of People in Boat
Best Looking Boat
Fastest Boat
Materials
Cardboard
Duct Tape
Plastic Bags (grocery/trash bags)
Registration
Anyone can register. Just send an email to Calvin ASCE with your team name and the all of the members of your team. Otherwise feel free to brave the cardboard canoe race solo and register yourself.
Calvin ASCE’s email is: calvin.asce@gmail.com or call 440-728-1082 for more info.
For pictures from the 2012 Cardboard Canoe Race, check out the Calvin Annual Fund's Photo Album on Facebook.
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