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Buggy <br /> From: Laura Buggy[mailto:buggylaura@gmail.com] <br /> Sent: Wednesday, February 26, 2020 10:59 PM <br /> To:Adam Edwards<aedwards@ci.orono.mn.us> <br /> Cc: Long Lake Rowing Club<longlakerowing@gmail.com> <br /> Subject: Letter in support of Long Lake Rowing Crew <br /> Dear Orono Parks Commission, <br /> I would like to express my support for the Orono Parks Board to partner with Long Lake Rowing Crew in <br /> establishing a boat house on Summit Park property. <br /> I am a part of the Long Lake Rowing Crew Masters' (adult) program. When I was looking to join a rowing <br /> team (having learned to row my last year of college and interested in learning more), I was thrilled to <br /> find an opportunity in the western metro—Long Lake Rowing Crew (LLRC)! I love that LLRC provides <br /> opportunities for youth and adults.As there are no rowing teams at high schools, having this <br /> opportunity available for youth in the western suburbs is wonderful and saves teens and parents <br /> precious time and resources since they do not have to go as far for the opportunity to row. I am <br /> constantly in awe of how quickly the youth progress and the high skill level they achieve in a few short <br /> years on the team! Having the adult program available is equally important. I think society tends to <br /> focus on athletics for youth as well as friendships during your school years. However,staying active and <br /> Sforming new and lasting relationships as an adult is equally important to the health and well being of the <br /> community but it can be challenging and daunting. Long Lake Rowing Crew has given me an avenue to <br /> stay active and form new relationships, leading to greater physical and mental health! I love that the <br /> masters program includes a wide range of ages and abilities:from just out of college to 70s, brand new <br /> rower to many many years of experience and everywhere in between! Being part of LLRC for several <br /> years, I have greatly enjoyed seeing adults try rowing for the first time and grow in their skills and <br /> passion for the sport! This program allows adults who want to compete at a high level and those who <br /> want to learn the sport on a recreational level to have access to the same excellent coaching and <br /> support. Everyone is welcomed and encouraged!The amount of encouragement and support I feel from <br /> my teammates is incredible! This encouragement is not limited to just rowing but transcends into other <br /> aspects of my life as well which goes to show the depth of impact being a part of this team can have. I <br /> truly feel lucky to be a part of this community and am grateful for the opportunity to use the space at <br /> Birch's on the Lake. Having a permanent home for LLRC at Summit Park would allow Long Lake Rowing <br /> Crew to continue providing these amazing opportunities to youth and adults in the Long Lake &Orono <br /> greater community for years to come. <br /> Thank you for your time and consideration, <br /> Sincerely„ <br /> Laura Buggy <br /> (Golden Valley resident) <br /> • <br />