Laserfiche WebLink
From: SANDRA McCarthy <sandraMN@msn.com> • <br /> Sent: Thursday, February 27, 2020 2:32 PM <br /> To: Adam Edwards <br /> Cc: Ionglakerowing@gmail.com <br /> Subject: Attention: Orono Parks Commission. Support for Long Lake Rowing Crew <br /> Dear Orono Parks Commission, <br /> I am writing in support of Long Lake Rowing Crew (LLRC) and their desire to have a <br /> permanent home with access to Long Lake. Rowing is a sport that can be learned <br /> and enjoyed by people of almost any age and creates a beneficial social component <br /> that connects people to their local community. <br /> As a ron-profit, LLRC strives to be an inclusive club that promotes wellness, self <br /> esteem, camaraderie, and community involvement. Long Lake Rowing Crew has <br /> had an impressive competitive history in it's short time, yet it welcomes rowers of <br /> every caliber--those who simply want to soak up the beautiful environment, all the • <br /> way to those who have represented the United States on the national rowing team. <br /> For the junior rowers, LLRC has created the opportunity for local athletes to <br /> participate and learn from being part of a team. For many, it has been the pathway <br /> for them to attend universities they otherwise may not have been able to <br /> attend. For those already in a college program, rowing on Long Lake has been <br /> essential during the off-season to allow them to continue to excel and maintain <br /> their scholarships. For adults, LLRC presents the wonderful opportunity for <br /> experienced rowers to continue their love of the sport through competition or just <br /> for fun and fitness. For adults new to the sport of rowing, LLRC offers the chance to <br /> learn something new and according to most adults in the program, "Something <br /> they always wanted to try but didn't have access to." <br /> The current situation of storing equipment outdoors, is not secure and drastically <br /> shortens the lifespan of expensive equipment. This also deters private boat owners, <br /> who would be valuable members to LLRC, from wanting to join and contribute to <br /> the community. The lack of a boathouse also doesn't support the social component • <br /> that so many people desire about team sports. A permanent home for LLRC will <br />