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Dragon Riders
Island City Dragon Boat Club Nonprofit Purpose: The Island City Dragon Boat Club, Inc. is dedicated to teaching and training adult and youth athletes from the greater Minocqua area and surrounding counties in the sport of dragon boat paddling and dragon boat racing.
The future of dragon boating is bright with this youth team in the Lakeland area. With help from the Island City Dragon Boat Club, this young group of dragons was “hatched” in 2022. This mixed youth program is based in Minocqua, Wisconsin, and is coached by Mike Mondrall. This team is excited to roar with the dragons.
ViewAspirus Water Dragons
The Aspirus Water Dragons includes Aspirus Health employees and their families from across our system. We’re beginners and we plan to showcase how a group of individuals from north central Wisconsin can come together for a terrific cause.
ViewBe The One
We are a team of misfits made up of Aspirus Rhinelander Behavioral Health Associates and their friends and family. We are looking forward to spreading mental health awareness and rowing for a great cause!
ViewBJ's Sportshop Mario Party
BJ’s Sportshop is back and better than ever! For our eighth year of competition, we have expanded our fun loving group of friends & family of BJ’s Sportshop. We can’t wait to get paddlin’!
ViewChicago Sirens
Unlike the Greek god, this team of Siren women causes destruction with their sweet paddling technique. Started in 2016 as part of the Greater Chicago Dragon Boat club, this women’s team is made up of local, national and international paddlers. These ladies show the strength and friendship that can be created from the sport of dragon boating.
ViewAssociated Money Dragons
Associated Money Dragons are bringing together expertise from across our company near and far to paddle together for the first time! At Associated Bank, we’re proud of our long legacy of service to our customers and communities. Proud sponsor of the Minocqua Dragon Boat Festival.
ViewMake A Hole
This is our opportunity to move out of the stresses and rigors of Military life, culture of discipline and have some much needed excitement . When you see us paddling your way "MAKE A HOLE"! Soldiers on Sleds is always looking for an opportunity to help relieve the stressors that contribute to PTSD. Welcome us, some of America's finest! Cheer us on as we glide by. But don't blink an eye or you'll miss us.
ViewTEAMSurvivor Madison
TEAMSurvivor Madison is a non-profit organization that provides free or low cost fitness activities for women with a past or present diagnosis of cancer. Our programs are geared to all levels of fitness and we welcome women of all ages with all types of cancer. TEAMSurvivor Madison’s programs and activities offer opportunities for women to reclaim their fitness, gain a sense of accomplishment, build a social support system and achieve renewed comfort with their bodies and their health.
Our team has been dragon boating since 2003 and we are proud to show the face of cancer survivorship.
Fitness - Friendship - Fun!
Paddles Up!
ViewMushroom Hill Gang
This team is built from generations of friends paddling in honor and memory of Dr. George Anast. A pioneer of modern emergency medicine and world-renowned orthopedic surgeon, Dr. Anast was influential in developing healthcare in the Northwoods and beyond. We are so thankful he shared his talents with us as part of the photography team with Geri Miller.
ViewFlying Ears
The Flying Ears are from DeKalb Illinois. We have reorganized after the covid situation after losing several paddlers.
ViewKC Pink Warriors
KC Pink Warriors is a community of female cancer survivors who inspire, restore and empower through dragon boat competition and team connection. Located directly in the heart of America, KCPW is the first full time dragon boat team in Missouri and Kansas! Since our beginnings in 2019, we have attended numerous festivals and have walked away with many medals and even more memories.
ViewDragon Warriors
We are a group of women who have paddled together for a couple of summers. We have a varied level of experience and pride ourselves in being a "seriously fun" team! Dragon Warriors gives people the opportunity to learn and enjoy the sport of dragon boating in a fun Northwoods environment.
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Off the Edge
Off the Edge is a competitive women’s paddling team based in White Bear Lake, MN. The water is our Happy Place!
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Fire & Smoke
Kindly sponsored by Wisconsin Waterjet, we are a collection of amateur dragon boat enthusiasts. We paddle for fun once a year enjoying the camaraderie and competition for a good cause.
ViewKaleidoscope Crew
This Motley paddling crew was formed early July and this festival will be their debut paddle together. Kaleidoscope Crew is a team made from members from Motley Crew, Flying Ears, Kansas City and Tampa Florida. We come together to paddle as one, celebrating diversity in the paddling community and camaraderie on and off the water.
ViewIsland City Fish and Chicks
Island City Dragon Boat Club Nonprofit Purpose: The Island City Dragon Boat Club, Inc. is dedicated to teaching and training adult and youth athletes from the greater Minocqua area and surrounding counties in the sport of dragon boat paddling and dragon boat racing.
Newly formed in 2023, we have a group of men committed to learn the sport of dragon boat racing and join the Island City ladies. These gentlemen, "Fish", will be paired with Island City Sisters, "Chicks". Looking to make new memories at their 2nd appearance at the Minocqua Festival.
Team formed in 2023. Team located in Minocqua, WI. Coached by Mike Mondrall.
ViewIsland City Sisters
Island City Dragon Boat Club Nonprofit Purpose: The Island City Dragon Boat Club, Inc. is dedicated to teaching and training adult and youth athletes from the greater Minocqua area and surrounding counties in the sport of dragon boat paddling and dragon boat racing.
We are a team of multi-generational, fun-loving women who have a passion for the sport of dragon boat racing. We train hard, race hard, and have tons of fun. We have made and will make great memories together.
Formed in 2017. Based in Minocqua, WI. Coached by Mike Mondrall.
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Flying Beers
Born in 2021 in Fort Dodge, IA, the Flying Beers is a dynamic fusion of Racine, Wisconsin’s Motley Crew and DeKalb, Illinois’ Flying Ears. For over a decade, these two teams have battled fiercely on the water, while sharing the strongest of friendships off it. Their union is a testament to the thrilling, competitive, and close-knit spirit of the dragon boat racing community. Let’s raise our paddles and celebrate the Flying Beers!
ViewPukall Studs
The Pukall Studs is a group of Pukall Lumber employees, customers and friends. We are looking forward to a day of competition and camaraderie on the waters of Lake Minocqua, and to raising money for health care for our community. Much as studs support structures, we support our community!
ViewDragon Warriors
We are a group of women who started paddling together last summer. With a varied level of experience, we are giving people an opportunity to learn and enjoy the sport of dragon boating in a fun Northwoods environment. We are excited to participate in the Minocqua festival.
ViewWXPR Radio Waves
The WXPR Radio Waves is excited to be part of the Festival. Our WXPR Public Radio volunteers and friends are on a mission to have fun and support a good cause at the Festival! WXPR’s mission is to inform, entertain, and engage our community; enrich lives with music, information, and interaction; and build positive lasting relationships. Our goals combined with the goals of the Festival help build strong communities! We’re ready to make good waves...and we're celebrating WXPR's 40th birthday!
ViewElectrode Paddlers
Cardio Partners – The world’s largest reseller of automated external defibrillators and other medical products, nestled in the middle of the beautiful North Woods. We are a tight knit work family that works hard, plays hard, thinks global and can paddle electrifyingly fast. If we burn up the competition it’s because we had something spicy for lunch.
ViewIsland City Holy Ship
"Island City Dragon Boat Club Nonprofit Purpose: The Island City Dragon Boat Club, Inc. is dedicated to teaching and training adult and youth athletes from the greater Minocqua area and surrounding counties in the sport of dragon boat paddling and dragon boat racing.
We are a team of multi-generational, fun-loving women who have a passion for the sport of dragon boat racing. We train hard, race hard, and have tons of fun. We have made and will make great memories together.
Formed in 2017. Based in Minocqua, WI. Coached by Mike Mondrall."
ViewDragon Divas of Minnesota
The Dragon Divas of Minnesota founded in 2006 emphasize the benefits of exercise in living longer and thriving following a diagnosis of breast cancer and demonstrate how to live a life without limits following the diagnosis. We promote awareness in the wider community about the importance of early detection and the benefits of an active lifestyle in fighting this disease. We are dedicated to helping survivors attain their personal wellbeing in body and spirit. We support and encourage each other’s journey through mentorship and our unique camaraderie. We honor those who have gone before us for what they have taught us about living with and dying from this disease, and what their journey has taught our physicians and researchers about curing this disease. We empower survivors to thrive as the strongest and most courageous versions of themselves in the boat and in their communities.
ViewCentral Wisconsin Fun and Adventure Club
This is our first year competing in the Dragon Boat Festival and we are very excited. The Central Wisconsin Fun and Adventure Club is a Facebook group focused on getting together as a group and staying active through a variety of fun adventures!
If it's fun and gets you out and moving... we will give it a try!
From hiking to paddling, bingo to biking, snowshoeing to cross country skiing, tubing to dancing, walking to running... or just about anything else that gets you active... while enjoying the company of like-minded folks!
We will create events that will be inclusive to all skill levels and abilities to experience and enjoy all that Central Wisconsin has to offer!
We are sponsored by Society Insurance.
ViewIsland City Fish and Chicks
"Island City Dragon Boat Club Nonprofit Purpose: The Island City Dragon Boat Club, Inc. is dedicated to teaching and training adult and youth athletes from the greater Minocqua area and surrounding counties in the sport of dragon boat paddling and dragon boat racing.
Newly formed in 2023, we have group of men committed to learn the sport of dragon boat racing and join the Island City ladies. These gentlemen , "Fish", will be paired with Island City Sisters and Holy Ship ladies, "Chicks" for the very first time.
Team formed in 2023. Team located in Minocqua, WI. Coached by Mike Mondrall."
ViewIsland City Dragonlings
Island City Dragon Boat Club Nonprofit Purpose: The Island City Dragon Boat Club, Inc. is dedicated to teaching and training adult and youth athletes from the greater Minocqua area and surrounding counties in the sport of dragon boat paddling and dragon boat racing.
The future of dragon boating is bright with this newly formed team in the Lakeland area. With help from the Island City Dragon Boat Club, this young group of dragons was “hatched” in 2022. This mixed youth program is based in Minocqua, Wisconsin, and is coached by Mike Mondrall. This team is excited to roar with the dragons.
ViewIsland City Sisters
"Island City Dragon Boat Club Nonprofit Purpose: The Island City Dragon Boat Club, Inc. is dedicated to teaching and training adult and youth athletes from the greater Minocqua area and surrounding counties in the sport of dragon boat paddling and dragon boat racing.
We are a team of multi-generational, fun-loving women who have a passion for the sport of dragon boat racing. We train hard, race hard, and have tons of fun. We have made and will make great memories together.
Formed in 2017. Based in Minocqua, WI. Coached by Mike Mondrall."
ViewBe the One
We are a team of misfits made up of Aspirus Rhinelander Behavioral Health Associates and their friends and family. We are looking forward to spreading mental health awareness and rowing for a great cause!
ViewMake a Hole
This is our opportunity to move out of the stresses and rigors of Military life, culture of discipline and have some much needed excitement . When you see us paddling your way "MAKE A HOLE"! Soldiers on Sleds is always looking for an opportunity to help relieve the stressors that contribute to PTSD. Welcome us, some of America's finest! Cheer us on as we glide by. But don't blink an eye or you'll miss us.
ViewLa Crosse Mississippi Sisters
The LaCrosse Mississippi Sisters is a composite team from LaCrosse and Madison. We have each heard the words "you have cancer" and journeyed down different paths. We have come together through dragon boat, where we survive and thrive and support one another.
ViewSea Merchants
This is our 5th year participating in the Dragon Boat Festival. This is a returning group made up of co-workers, family, and friends of Trigs. Specifically Trigs in our Northwoods territory including Minocqua, Eagle River, Rhinelander and Manitowish Waters. We look forward to seeing everyone in Minocqua for this great event. Check out our sister team, Fiery Fresh!
ViewDragons of Steel
The Women of Steel 460 from Tomahawk. Working to bind our factory with fun, water, food, drink and best of all dragons! The WOS are women who work to make a difference in the community and our workplace by helping and advocating Womens rights.
ViewThe Dragon Flys
We are a team of friends who know very little about dragon boating however we do know a lot about having fun!
ViewMushroom Hill Gang
This team is built from generations of friends paddling in honor and memory of Dr. George Anast. A pioneer of modern emergency medicine and world-renowned orthopedic surgeon, Dr. Anast was influential in developing healthcare in the Northwoods and beyond. We are so thankful he shared his talents with us as part of the photography team with Geri Miller.
ViewRacine Dragon Belles
A wild group of ladies that when knocked down will get back up spitting fire.
ViewChicago Sirens
Unlike the Greek god, this team of Siren women causes destruction with their sweet paddling technique. Started in 2016 as part of the Greater Chicago Dragon Boat club, this women’s team is made up of local, national and international paddlers. Led by coach Melissa, these ladies show the strength and friendship that can be created from the sport of dragon boating.
ViewFire & Smoke
We are a collection of amateur dragon boat enthusiasts. We paddle for fun once a year enjoying the camaraderie and competition for a good cause.
ViewAspirus Water Dragons
The Aspirus Water Dragons includes Aspirus Health employees and their families from across our system. We’re beginners and we plan to showcase how a group of individuals from north central Wisconsin can come together for a terrific cause.
ViewMotley Crew
We are the Motleyest group of paddlers you would ever want to meet on or off the water.
ViewOff the Edge
Off the Edge is a competative all women dragon boat team paddling together since 2012. We claim White Bear Lake as our home, but paddlers come from all over the Twin Cities metro area in Minnesota. We channel our White Bear energy into all our competitions!
ViewThe Flying Ears
The Flying Ears is a club team from DeKalb County, Illinois. We have been racing since 2013 and 2023 will be our 5th year racing in Minocqua. We race in honor of our team founder, Mary Beth McGill, who started our team back in 2009. The team changed the name from The Flying Ears to Paddlin’ for MB when Mary Beth was diagnosed with lung cancer in 2011. She lost her battle to this terrible disease in December of 2012, but not until she saw her namesake team win its first championship in St Charles, IL in June 2012. By 2013 the club had grown in membership to the point where a second team was created, and the team name The Flying Ears was resurrected. By 2019 The Flying Ears won 4 Gold and 2 Silver. We race today in honor and memory of Mary Beth. We wear our team motto, “No One Fights Alone’ on our shirts honoring those who may be fighting a disease or other personal issues and saying, You Are Not Alone in your struggle.
ViewBJ's Sportshop Mario Party
BJ’s Sportshop is back and better than ever! For our seventh year of competition, we have expanded our fun loving group of friends & family of BJ’s Sportshop. We can’t wait to get paddlin’!
ViewPink Paddling Power
Pink Paddling Power is a breast cancer survivor team from Racine that was started in 2006. We have raced in the US, Canada, Hong Kong and Italy. We are part of the Racine Dragon Boat Club and are involved in many community events and promote survivorship through dragon boating.
ViewFiery Fresh
This is our 4th year participating in the Dragon Boat Festival. Our team is made up of co-workers, family, and friends of Trigs. We look forward to seeing everyone in Minocqua for this great event and we can’t wait to go head to head with our co-workers. Paddles up!
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