With current COVID-19 restrictions, and the safety of participants, volunteers, sponsors and spectators being paramount, the organizing committee has decided to cancel the 2020 YMCA Dragon’s on the Lake Festival scheduled for Saturday, September 26th, 2020. It takes many months and a substantial financial commitment to plan an event of this magnitude, and with the uncertainty of the current situation, it makes it very difficult to continue with our preparations. The health and safety of our community is of the utmost importance and for all of these reasons, we feel this is the best and most responsible course of action. Funds raised at the YMCA Dragon’s on the Lake Festival support the Cumberland YMCA’s Annual Support Campaign, which allows children and families to be part of the YMCA, regardless of financial barriers. We anticipate the need for financial assistance to grow, based on the COVID situation and how it has affected our community. Because this event is our signature fundraiser and also a major revenue source to provide these scholarships, there are still some opportunities for you to support the impact the Cumberland Y has in our community.
1. Click the following link to support your favorite team now! https://operations.daxko.com/…/8…/OnlineGiving/Donation.mvc…
2. Enter our “Virtual Dragon Boat” contest in September and vote for your favorites. Prizes will include a Yeti cooler and a canopy tent. Stay tuned to our website and Facebook page for contest entries and details! Virtual competition will be the next best thing to the actual race competition!
3. Or, simply make plans to join us on September 25, 2021 for next year’s event!
On behalf of the Cumberland YMCA and YMCA Dragon’s on the Lake committee, we thank you for your understanding and support. Stay safe, and we hope to see you at the Y and at next year’s festival!
Home / Programs / Annual Events / Dragons On The Lake
|
|
2019 Sponsors!
|
Dragon Boat racing is making a splash in Western Maryland! Don't miss out on the fun! Dragon boat racing is the one of the fastest growing sports in the world and the most fun, unique cultural event featuring adrenaline-pumping action. Dragon boat racing grows in popularity each year, with more than 50 million people in 63 countries participating.
The Cumberland YMCA Dragons on the Lake Festival takes place at Rocky Gap State Park. The Y is partnering with Dynamic Dragon Boat Racing, LLC to provide dragon boats and professional race logistic services. Teams of 20 paddlers, a drummer and steerer race in authentic, 46-foot-long dragon boats. All ages, skill levels and physiques can paddle, making it the ultimate team building sport, requiring synchronicity and finesse, more than power to win. Do you and your team have what it takes to compete for the title of Grand Champion? Our all day festival will allow each team 2-4 races with plenty of spectator and festival action – music and a diverse selection of food and beverages. We encourage you to decorate your tent, show off your team T-shirts, bring food, make it a tailgate party with friends – and enjoy the experience. At practice, your team will get competitive strategies to use. Every dollar raised at this event goes directly to support kids, adults, seniors and families in our community with programs that protect, teach, connect, heal, nourish and encourage. Dragons Are Coming! |
