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2006 Great Lakes Water Sport Expo

For the fourth year in a row, the City of Buffalo will host the 2006 Great Lakes Water Sport Expo, in celebration of the area’s aquatic resources and to benefit WNY Adaptive Water Sports. There is no better way to beat the summer heat than to head into the water, and this is the perfect venue for anyone looking for a splash. Featuring spectator and participation sports, patrons can get in and compete in different areas like sailing, canoeing or kayaking—or just stay put on dry land and enjoy some live entertainment. The highlight of the expo is the Buffalo River Paddlefest, which is a great way to enjoy Buffalo’s historic waterfront. Paddlers of all ages will be able to launch their crafts at the DEC Launch (at Harlem Rd. and Clinton St.) and journey down the river to Seven Seas Sailing School at the Marina. Registration for Paddlefest is from 9 to 11am at the launch. All of the proceeds from the festival go to Adaptive Water Sports, an organization that provides individuals with physical disabilities the means and facilities to participate in these activities—just one more way to improve one’s quality of life.

Saturday, July 29-Sunday, July 30 at 11am. Gallagher Beach Outer Harbor, Fuhrmann Blvd., Buffalo Waterfront (773-0031) www.watersportexpo.org.