The purpose of the Hancock County Historical Society Cardboard Boat Race is to provide a fun-filled community event to highlight Hancock County and to raise funds in support of the Hancock County Historical Society (HCHS).  HCHS, a non-profit 501(c)3 organization located in the Kate Lobrano House at 108 Cue Street, Bay St. Louis, MS, is the primary source of historical information and records for Hancock County, MS. 

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       Boats entirely made of cardboard and human powered will race from the beach to a marker approximately 150 feet from the beach to a water depth of approximately 3 feet and will be timed.  Boats will compete for trophies against those in their category and division.  Prior to the race, boats will be judged on originality and design with trophies awarded for each category and division.

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Divisions (single and team crewed in each category)

 

Junior - Ages 10 and under

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Ages 11 - 15

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16 and older

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Business

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Non-profit (public entities included)

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