On March 5th, Leigh and Clare rendezvoused at Windmill Point in Hull, MA for the Hull Lifesaving Museum’s 41st Annual Snow Row. There was a strong Belfast contingent at the Snow Row with Come Boating sending two gigs down to the race. Mild weather and calm seas made for a great day filled with friendly competition.
It was Clare’s first time competing and Leigh’s first time competing in NORPPA. Despite a rocky start and an unfortunate de-seating (Clare is still perfecting her rowing form) it was a successful day and NORPPA finished first in her class and third overall. While a 3 3/4 mile race isn’t quite comparable to the 750 miles from Port Townsend to Ketchikan it was an awesome start to Leigh and Clare’s competitive racing career!
More info about the race can be found here.