Great Dock Canoe Race To Return, New Leadership Announced

Annual Tradition to Continue with Help from the Naples Junior Chamber (Jaycees)
By: The Dock at Crayton Cove
 
 
Great Dock Canoe Race Transition Team
Great Dock Canoe Race Transition Team
NAPLES, Fla. - Aug. 15, 2016 - PRLog -- In May 2016 The Dock restaurant hosted its 40th Annual Great Dock Canoe Race, an event that has become a Naples tradition. It was billed as the final event, but the beloved canoe race will continue after all thanks to the Naples Junior Chamber (Jaycees) stepping forward to run the event.

The Naples Jaycees have committed to operating the event through a careful arrangement with Vin DePasquale, event founder and owner of The Dock at Crayton Cove and Riverwalk at Tin City, two renowned local restaurants.

What started in the Spring of 1977 as an end-of-season celebration of The Dock at Crayton Cove's inaugural year, the Great Dock Canoe Race now draws thousands of spectators by land and bay to watch competitors participate in canoe races in various categories such as ambitious amateurs, truly tenacious, and practically professionals. Each year, the event has a theme, which serves as the inspiration for the decorated canoes that compete for the best-dressed prize.

Additionally, the Great Dock Canoe Race provides a grant to a worthy children's charity each year - a charitable tradition the Jaycees intend to keep. Crayton Cove will still serve as the host location for the event. The leadership of the Naples Jaycees will oversee event organization, promotion and operation.

"The Great Dock Canoe Race was designed to celebrate the heart of Naples, our community and its residents," said DePasquale. "It's been my pleasure and honor to work with so many individuals and businesses over the years to produce this event and support local non-profits along the way. I am pleased that the Naples Junior Chamber has decided to continue this tradition and that more good work be done as a result."

"The Naples Jaycees are excited to continue Naples' oldest and best tradition: The Great Dock Canoe Race. We look forward to working with Vin DePasquale and his team to ensure that the Great Dock Canoe Race not only continues its forty-year tradition, but also grows with the expanding Naples community for years to come," commented Matthew P. Flores, Esq., President of the Naples Junior Chamber.  "As local young professionals, we are energized for the task of making sure the Great Dock Canoe Race retains its status as the best event in Naples."

The Naples Jaycees, the local chapter of Junior Chamber International, have served the Naples community for over fifty years. Historically known for their haunted houses, involvement with the Fourth of July fireworks, and influence in moving the county seat from Everglades City to Naples, the Naples Jaycees reorganized under new leadership in 2014. Today, the Naples Jaycees are a thriving young professional organization known for providing young, active citizens with opportunities for networking, community service, and professional and personal development.  Jaycees members are known for their community involvement, both through the Naples Jaycees and in their individual capacities.

The Great Dock Canoe Race was created as a celebration for friends and locals that signified that season was over and summer was coming. It was designed to support the community and create a fun experience for participants and onlookers alike. Thanks to another like-minded group in the Jaycees, the tradition will continue in perpetuity.

ABOUT THE DOCK AT CRAYTON COVE

Located on 12th Avenue South at the City Dock, The Dock at Crayon Cove is a little piece of Naples' history. As The Real Taste of Naples®, The Dock offers guests what Naples is all about – Bay views, great food and a laid-back attitude. A trip to Naples just isn't complete without a visit to the Dock. Opening at 11 a.m. for lunch and dinner daily. The Dock also offers a Naples-style Sunday Brunch with a Make-Your-Own Bloody Mary Bar at 10:30 a.m. For more information visit dockcraytoncove.com (http://www.dockcraytoncove.com/) or call 239-263-9940.

ABOUT RIVERWALK AT TIN CITY

Located at 1200 5th Avenue South and overlooking the Gordon River, Riverwalk is part of Naples' past.  Tin City, the quaint shopping area in which we're located, was built in the 1940s as a working dock and the site of Doxsee's Clam Factory. Today, planked floors, maritime artifacts and handrails carved by artist Clint Beatty echo this rich history. Riverwalk truly is "The Flavor of the Gulf Coast® and a getaway from the everyday. Opening at 11 a.m. for lunch and dinner daily and at 10:30 a.m. on Sundays for Brunch with a Make-Your-Own Bloody Mary Bar.  For more information please visit riverwalktincity.com (http://www.riverwalktincity.com/) or call 239-263-2734.

2017 GREAT DOCK CANOE RACE COMMITTEE

The 2017 Great Dock Canoe Race Committee consists of Matthew Flores, Esq., Woodward, Pires & Lombardo, P.A., William Diaz-Garcia, Esq., DG Law, PLLC, Jenna Main, NewsBank, Maureen Camacho, DeAngelis Diamond Construction, Bryan Flores, KOVA Commercial, Eric Edwards, KOVA Commercial, Kenny Main, Lutgert Insurance, Jennifer DeVries, Esq., Woodward, Pires & Lombardo, P.A., Ronald Kezeske, Ruffgers Dog University, Taylor Svoboda, Ritz-Carlton Golf Resort, Naples, Alyson Vogt, Medical Bill Advocate, Liz Brown, Pure Design of Naples, Oliver Gendron, Morgan Stanley Wealth Management, Meredith Chase, Youth Haven.

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