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Register to win a crisp new $100 bill! Three winners will be drawn from each of these Platinum Sponsors:

Taylor Made Homes
Brighthouse
American Pro Diving
Love Chevy

Register to win His and Her Watches and a $3,500 Dive Pack From American Pro Diving at any of these Gold Sponsor Locations:

Restoration Specialists
Smiles At Citrus and 5th
Serenity Day Spa
Xtreme Fun
Gulf Coast Ford
Citrus Motorsports
Harley Davidson of Crystal River
Macdonald Topline
EML Pool and Spa

26th Annual River Raft Race Rules

Citrus 95.3 & Classic Hits The Fox 96.3
The 26th ANNUAL RAFT RACE

Raft Race Rules

Raft Regulations: 2 Categories
• Mechanical
• Non Mechanical

Specifications:
1. Rafts can be propelled ONLY by wind or manpower, or a combination of the two (i.e. poles, paddles, sails, bicycles gear) or a combination of all mentioned. (No internal combustion engine powered craft will be allowed to enter the race.)

2. Any raft floatation device must be completely and independently buoyant no matter how it is placed in the water. (Any Styrofoam must be encased and secured so as to prevent abrasion.)

3. Crew must be able to carry raft, unassisted to and from the water. (All raft material must be removed from the water!)

4. All rafts must have registration number.

Crew Regulations:
1. Each member of the crew must wear at all times:
A. A U.S. Coast Guard Approved life vest. Cushions are not allowed.
B. One whistle per raft.

2. Crewmembers under 15 years old must be accompanied aboard raft by parent or legal guardian or present written, notarized permission form parent or legal guardian.

3. All crewmembers must conduct themselves according to the principles of good sportsmanship.

4. All crewmembers must refrain from horseplay during the race.

5. All local laws and ordinances regarding the use of alcohol must be obeyed by each crewmember.

6. No crewmember may bring aboard glass containers of any size or description.


Captain:
• Each raft must have an appointed Captain who is responsible for the following:

1. That both the Captain and Crew adhere to all Crew Regulations above.

2. That the raft is seaworthy.

3. The raft has not been overloaded with either passenger or cargo.

4. That there are sufficient lines for docking and towing.

5. That the raft is equipped with a litterbag easily accessible to the crew.

General Regulations:
1. Arrival time and sign-in for registered rafts will be at 9:30am at Riverhaven Marina.

2. All rafts are to be pre-registered prior to race day.

3. Anchoring, tampering with buoys, waterway markers, navigational aids, or private property along the racecourse is strictly prohibited.

4. Decision of the race committee is final.

Cash Awards For Both Mechanical & Non Mechanical

Raft Race Prizes from Taylor Made Homes and Citrus 95.3

1st Place Raft Race Award: $1000 Team Award
2nd Place Raft Race Award: $300 Team Award

September 13th, 2008

The 26th Annual River Raft Race. We have a date, so get your rafts ready. The River Raft Race enters it’s 26th year as a shining example of the best of the Nature Coast.

Throughout the years, the Raft Race was quite the party, it still is. It has become an event that truly reflects the values of the majority of people here in Citrus County. Last years race, which featured great rafts in two separate categories, mechanical and non-mechanical, was well attended.

The tree lined streets between MacRaes and Homosassa Riverside Resort were lined with vendors. Kids played all day at the Kid Zone. Those wanting quiet dining filled the restaurants of the Homosassa Riverside Resort. Revelers and the hardcore party animals enjoyed the fun, sun and live music at MacRaes. There was something for everyone.

The proudest moment of the day came when we crowned the first ever Raft Race King and Queen. Each contestant “ran” for the honor by collecting donations for local charity organizations. By the time winners were given their crown and sash, over $139,000 had been raised for local charities. That staggering amount spoke volumes to the generosity of our community and the hard work of each contestant.

The transition of The Raft Race was complete. No arrests for the entire day, families had fun and local charity benefited. The race itself will always be the centerpiece of Raft Race Day. Each winner of each category won $500, with $250 and $100 going to second and third place. Those prizes were awarded, along with a plaque, in both the mechanical and non-mechanically enhanced raft categories. Not a bad pay-off for a day on the river.

This year, we will do it again…the Kid Zone, vendor village and The Raft Race. Cash will be awarded, fun will be had. Those who want to party, will do so. Those who want to bring their families or church groups will have more than ample place to enjoy the event. The River Raft Race has become the one event in the county that holds something fun for every segment of our community.

The 26th Annual River Raft Race will be held Saturday September 13th on the river in Old Homosassa.

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