Twelve teams of locals and visitors came together at Sombrero Beach last Saturday to raise funds for The Heron and WestCare, organizations that provides services and support for low-income residents who have been diagnosed with mental illness.
The 40-foot-long racing “dragons” are propelled by a team of 20 along a 400-meter racecourse parallel to the beach. Four of the teams were semi-professional groups from the mainland — Wun Fun Puff won first place overall. And about eight local teams also competed with The Conch Republic Navy, headed by veterinarian Dr. Gerry Diethelm, taking top honors.
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