Cardboard Boat Race Registration 🛶

Event Schedule * Boat Building Time: 12:00 PM – 2:30 PM * Mandatory Inspection: 2:30 PM * Race Begins: 3:00 PM

Boat Construction Rules

1. Materials * Boats must be made primarily from cardboard.* 

Allowed materials:

cardboard, duct tape, masking tape, packing tape, paint, and decorations.

Not Allowed:

Wood, metal, fiberglass, plastic hulls, foam flotation devices, plastic barrels, metal framing, wood supports, and inflatable devices are not allowed. 

* Boats must be human-powered only. * Motors and other mechanical propulsion systems are not allowed. *

Paddles may be made from cardboard, plastic, or other lightweight materials.
 
*Teams must be able to carry their own boat to the water.*

Team Rules

1. Teams may have 1–4 participants per boat.

2. All racers must wear a life jacket while on the water and follow directions from race officials.

3. Children must have parent or guardian permission and adult supervision if under 16.

Race Rules

1. Boats must remain intact at the start of the race.

2. Racers must stay with their boat during the event.

3. Intentional ramming or interference with other teams is not allowed.

4. If a boat sinks, team members must safely swim or walk their boat to shore, and safety staff may assist if needed.

5. Unsportsmanlike conduct may result in disqualification.

 

Judging Categories Awards may include:

Fastest Boat 

Best Design 

Best Team Spirit

Titanic Award (Most Spectacular Sinking)

Safety Rules

* Life jackets are required for all participants. * Alcohol and unsafe behavior are not allowed during races. *

Event staff reserve the right to remove unsafe boats or participants.

Cleanup Policy

* Teams are responsible for removing all boat debris from the lake and shoreline. *

Please help keep the lake clean and family-friendly. Final Notes This event is meant to be fun, creative, and family-friendly. Get creative, cheer loudly, and prepare to make a splash! 🚣‍♂️🎉

Liability Waiver & Release

I understand that participation in the Cardboard Boat Race involves physical activity and water-related risks, including but not limited to slipping, falling, collision, drowning, equipment failure, weather conditions, and other unforeseen hazards.

By signing below, I acknowledge and agree to the following:

1. I voluntarily choose to participate in this event at my own risk.

2. I understand that participation may involve risk of injury, illness, property damage, or death.

3. I release and hold harmless the event organizers, volunteers, sponsors, property owners, affiliated organizations, and staff from any and all liability, claims, demands, damages, causes of action, or expenses arising from participation in the event.

4. I agree to follow all event rules, safety instructions, and directions from event staff.

5. I understand that all participants are required to wear a properly fitted life jacket while on the water.

6. I certify that I am physically able to participate in this event.

7. I grant permission for photographs and videos taken during the event to be used for promotional, advertising, and social media purposes without compensation.
8. I understand that event organizers reserve the right to remove any participant acting in an unsafe or inappropriate manner. ⸻

Parent/Guardian Consent (For Participants Under 18) I am the parent/legal guardian of the minor listed above and give permission for them to participate in the Cardboard Boat Race. I acknowledge and agree to all terms listed in this waiver on behalf of the minor participant.