St. John boat races sign up 37 teams

St. John is expected to have another record-breaking year for boat participants during this season's kick-off event at Webb's Slough in St. John Saturday.

This year 37 teams, including 11 new teams, have entered, according to Amanda Webb.

Drivers and teams will travel from Australia, British Columbia, Oregon, Montana, Nevada, Idaho and Washington to compete this weekend, she said.

Gates open at 9 a.m. for the boat races Saturday and racing starts at 10 a.m. Tickets for Saturday are $25 for adults, $15 for kids ages six to 17 and free for kids under five.

Parking for Saturday is $1 per car.

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