Wishing everyone a happy holiday season! Many of our rowers enjoyed this year’s Jingle Bell Row, dressing as reindeer coxed by Santa Claus on a cloudy day in late November, just before Thanksgiving week began. We are thankful for the fun experiences we share with our community!

GDRA volunteers were pleased to participate in the Outdoor Experience at Eastwood MetroPark in early October, introducing visitors to the sport of rowing. This has become a regular event for us, and we’re glad of the opportunity to let people in the Dayton area know what rowing is all about.

Rowers from GDRA traveled to compete in several fall season regattas this year, winning medals in some, and—most importantly—having a good time in all of them.

• Chicago River Marathon
• Head of the Ohio
• Secret City Head Race
• Head of the Charles
• Head of the Hooch
• Head of the South

Many thanks to Ben Boehm, our enthusiastic Racing Captain, who always brings good cheer and encouragement to our team! If you haven’t yet competed in a regatta but are thinking about it, Ben will be happy to answer any questions you may have.

Also, for those on the GDRA email list, check your mail for Ben’s message about scheduling winter erg sessions. If you haven’t already responded, please let Ben know if you would be interested in participating.