32nd world championship cardboard boat races

While visiting the great state of Arkansas, we had the opportunity to check out this event, which had been elusive for several years.  The endurance of some of these hand manufactured boats was quite surprising, and amusing at times.
Apparently, the theme of the year was Star Wars, and there were quite a variety of flotation constructions about the landscape of Sandy Beach.
All of the contraptions endured the warm waters quite well, and really did not take on any water.  It was quite surprising, considering the construction materials permitted.
A few, while water tight, contained a few minor design flaws that caused disintegration under pressure. One almost fell apart at the starting line, and eventually did, prior to the finish line.


It was quite a lot of fun though, and a full house on the beach in spite of threatening rain.  We look forward to getting back to it again.

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  1. I am glad that you made it this year.

    We would love to have you back next year. Send a note if you can make it and I will get you a VIP pass

    Thanks for sharing and posting all of this media.

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    1. Looks like we are headed back again! Look forward to the contest this year.

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  2. Thanks so much! Definitely looking forward to visiting again!

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