Fish Box Derby Race

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Hours:	10:00am til 3-4pm
Ages:	Kids
In/Outdoor:	Outdoor
Cost:	Free see below
Category:	Sporting Events

The Fish Box Derby Race is a family event that is held in early September. This was established by a non-profit organization - Fish Box Derby, Inc. whose purpose it is to provide the local youth with the opportunity to build and strengthen family relations. Boys and Girls from ages eight to fourteen are eligible to enter (there are no fees to enter). The young people work side by side with their parents, grandparents, guardians or neighbors to build their own car and participate in the race. The cars reflect each individual style and mechanical abilities.

The cars are entered into one of two categories: 'Freestyle' or 'Modified'. Prize categories include the traditional First, Second, Third, Fourth, Best Pit Crew and Koolest Car. In the past, First Place winners have won a mountain bike from Harbor Side Cycle, Second Place winners have won a six month family membership to the YMCA, Third Place winners have won a wrist watch from W.E Blanchard-Jeweler and Fourth Place winners have won whale watch tickets from Seven Seas Whale Watch. Many other great prizes donated by local merchants are awarded.

Donations made to the Fish Box Derby Race help to cover all race related expenses. The balance is placed in a scholarship fund for the young participants. Each participant is eligible to apply for scholarship funds as she or he prepares to graduate from High School.

For race details, helping on a committee or general information you can write to us at: Fish Box Derby, Inc. PO Box 162 Gloucester, Ma. 01931-0162 Or call Greg at 978-283-1932 or Beth at 978-281-6057. Email us at fbd@fishboxderby.org

COST

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free

WEBSITE

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www.fishboxderby.org

LOCATION

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Rogers Street, Gloucester, MA, 01930 map
Phone: 978-283-1932

128 north to Gloucester. At the first rotary go half way around take the second exit. The second rotary go half way around take the second exit. Follow until you come to the second set of lights, turn right. The Race is approx 1/2 mile under the Gorton's sign. you cannot miss it