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Pink Phoenix, the United States’ first dragon boat team comprised of only breast cancer survivors, invites survivors to its annual Start o’ the Season Kickoff & Open House for Prospective Members on Saturday, January 25, 2014 from 9:00 am to 11:00 am.

This welcoming group promotes fitness through dragon boating and participates in regional breast cancer awareness and outreach activities. Newcomers will learn about the fastest growing team water sport in the world and meet team members who range in age from 29 – 94. Pink Phoenix practices from the downtown RiverPlace Marina, but members come from as far away as Banks, Canby, Scappoose and Ridgefield to paddle and enjoy their recreational sport.

The Pinks, as they are known in the paddling community because of their distinctive pink life vests, compete in three Portland races annually. Travel is not required, but the team often sends crews to west coast dragon boat festivals. No experience is required and rookies are welcome as Pink Phoenix balances their competitive spirit with the growth and development of new paddlers.

Registration for the Open House begins at 9:00 am in the Lorenzen Conference Center on the Legacy Emanuel Medical Center campus, 2801 N Gantenbein Ave., Portland, OR 97227. Free parking is available in Structures 3 and 2 on Graham Street.

For more information, contact membership@pinkphoenix.org.